Bion 2 Target Group; General Information; Recommendations; Operating Limits - Nova Bion 2 Manual

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BION 2 target group

The BION 2 is aimed at a wide range of pilots. On the one hand, it is sui-
table for commercial tandem pilots, whose priority is simple handling
and a durable wing. On the other hand is the recreational tandem pilot,
who is looking for a wing on which s/he can undertake relaxed and ex-
tended thermic flights. This type of pilot will especially appreciate the
BION 2's balanced handling, high speed and glide performance.

General information

As an aircraft, paragliders must conform to applicable air law.
Depending on your country of origin, instruction may be compulsory.
Additionally, there are statutory requirements (for example air law)
which must be adhered to.
The BION 2 in size L is designed and certified for tandem use. Size M
may also be used for solo flying.
Paraglider pilots must be able to prove that they have the valid licen-
ces and must have insurance as is required by their country of origin.
Pilots must be capable of judging meteorological conditions correctly.
Depending on a country's applicable regulations, the use of a helmet
and back protector, as well as carrying a parachute, is mandatory and
highly advisable.
Pilots must accept responsibility for the risk inherent in participating
in the sport. Paragliding is an adventure sport and can lead to severe
injuries and death.

Recommendations

Furthermore we recommend regular flying, ground handling, as well as
further theoretical training. We advise that you continuously study flight
theory and practice and that you also study the particulars of your cho-
sen flying equipment. As the owner of your equipment it is your respon-
sibility to comply with checking and maintenance requirements. More
information on this in the »Care and maintenance« section.

Operating limits

The following flying conditions and situations are outside the permit-
ted operating limits of the wing:
• Flying with precipitation (rain, snow, hail) must be avoided at all costs.
Precipitation has a negative impact on the flying characteristics of
the wing. Amongst other things, the stall point and parachutal stall
behaviour changes.
• Low temperatures combined with high humidity can lead to icing,
which also has a negative impact on the wing's flying characteristics
(parachutal/deep stall, shortening of the brake travel).
• Operating the paraglider is only permissible within the recommended
weight range. The weight range can be found in the technical data.
• Sand, dirt and snow (especially in large quantities) have a very nega-
tive effect on the flying behaviour of the wing. Before each launch,
check your glider for foreign matter and execute a proper pre-flight
checking sequence.
• This paraglider was not designed for aerobatics.
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