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SUP'AIR - VLD
34 rue Adrastée
Parc Altaïs
74650 Annecy - Chavanod
FRANCE
45°54.024'N / 06°04.725'E
SUPAIR
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  • Page 1 | WILD User's manual SUP’AIR - VLD 34 rue Adrastée Parc Altaïs 74650 Annecy - Chavanod FRANCE 45°54.024’N / 06°04.725’E SUPAIR | WILD | Page 1...
  • Page 2 We advise you to read it carefully. You will find the latest information and updates on this product on our website : www.supair.com. If however you have any further questions, do not hesitate to ask one of our dealers.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Technical specifications Materials Equipment overview Measurement table Connecting the glider Certificates Pre-flight preparation Maintenance Take-off Recycling Flight characteristics Mandatory checks End of the flight Warranty Specific practices Disclaimer Fast descents Pilot equipment Flight incidents SUPAIR | WILD | Page 3...
  • Page 4: Introduction

    The pilot must be fully aware of the risks taken involved when using a wing of this category. It can be use with most harness found on today's market, but for added inflight comfort, we advise you to use the SUPAIR « Cross » and « Back-Country »...
  • Page 5: Technical Specifications

    Projected aspect ratio Glider weight (kg) 3,15 In-flight weight range (kg) 72 - 86 80 - 95 TOTAL hooking weight Certification EN / LTF - D Riser number. 3 +1 "baby B" Trimmer Acrobatic flying Ocean SUPAIR | WILD | Page 5...
  • Page 6: Equipment Overview

    Equipment overview Leading edge Trailing edge Stabilizer Intrados Extrados A riser B riser B riser C riser Brake line Brake holder Brake handle Riser hook-up loop Accelerator/Speedbar Split-hook. Accelerator/Speedbar bar. Pocket with repair kit. SUPAIR | WILD | Page 6...
  • Page 7: Connecting The Glider

    Carabiners the accelerator/speedbar is connected, adjust its length according to your measurements. For correct use, there must not be any tension at the split-hook level when the accelerator/speedbar Harness : line is relaxed. Flight direction SUPAIR | WILD | Page 7...
  • Page 8 Be certain to adjust and leave a small amount of line slack to keep steering toggle play, prevent wing profile deformation and hinder the accelerator func- tionality. During acceleration, the glider's trailing edge must not be deformed. SUPAIR | WILD | Page 8...
  • Page 9: Pre-Flight Preparation

    The wing is properly connected to the harness without any riser twist. You are securely connected to the harness with the leg and chest strap buckles closed, self-locking carabiners locked. Your are wearing your helmet and it is properly fastened. SUPAIR | WILD | Page 9...
  • Page 10: Take-Off

    Note: it is not necessary to use the "A" risers to inflate the wing. Caution ! Before take-off, ensure for the airspace to be clear in front, around and above you with weather conditions matching your flying skill level.. SUPAIR | WILD | Page 10...
  • Page 11: Flight Characteristics

    The WILD turns very well with toggle input, and does not require big weigh-shifting in the harness. If flying at low speed, begin your turn by raising your hand on the upper and external side of the turn to prevent a possible flat-turn or twisted turn on the vertical axis. SUPAIR | WILD | Page 11...
  • Page 12: End Of The Flight

    Fold each side of your wing in an accordion-like shape. Stack-up the leading edge reinforcements on top of one another. Stack the panels back and up over each other to obtain the final folding. We advise you to use the SUPAIR folding bag « Rolling Bag » for better wing care. Specific usage Towing The WILD wing can be towed up.
  • Page 13: Fast Descents

    To reopen the "Ears", bring the accelerator/speedbar back to its neutral default setting, then let go the risers symmetrically. You can pump the brake/toggles on either side of the wing to facilitate its reopening sequence. SUPAIR | WILD | Page 13...
  • Page 14 Repeated practice of said exercise exceeding 4xG (or 2xG if they are asymmetrical) will cause premature aging of your glider and is to be avoided. “SAT” maneuvers are the most damaging to your equipment. SUPAIR | WILD | Page 14...
  • Page 15: Flight Incidents

    A spin will only occur because of a piloting error. If so, release the brake fully on the stalled side and be certain to keep the glider in check during the ensuing dive and reopening sequence. SUPAIR | WILD | Page 15...
  • Page 16: Line Layout

    | WILD LINE LAYOUT DIAGRAM SUPAIR | WILD | Page 16...
  • Page 17: Materials

    8000U-050 / DSL 70 Brake lines Producer Reference Top cascade Edelrid Cousin 12100 Upper middle cascade Edelrid Cousin 12100 Lower middle cascade Edelrid Cousin 16140 Lower cascade Edelrid 8000U-190 / A7850X-240-041 Mailons Ozone Linklite SUPAIR | WILD | Page 17...
  • Page 18 Tolerance: 10 mm. Measurement made under a tension of 50N Tolerance: 10 mm. Measurement made under a tension of 50N Risers length WITH the Maillons Rapides : Risers Speed OFF Speed ON baby B Tolerence +/- 5mm SUPAIR | WILD | Page 18...
  • Page 19: Measurement Table

    Tolerance: 10 mm. Measurement made under a tension of 50N Tolerance: 10 mm. Measurement made under a tension of 50N Risers length WITH the Maillons Rapides : Risers Speed OFF Speed ON baby B Tolérance +/- 5mm SUPAIR | WILD | Page 19...
  • Page 20: Certificates

    | WILD CERTIFICATES WILD 21 EN & LTF 1189.2017 Class D SUPAIR | WILD | Page 20...
  • Page 21 | WILD CERTIFICATES WILD 23 EN & LTF 1190.2017 Class D SUPAIR | WILD | Page 21...
  • Page 22: Maintenance

    SUP'AIR also offers the possibility for its products to be repaired beyond the end of the warranty period. Please contact us either by telephone or by E-mail sav@supair.com in order to receive a quote. SUPAIR...
  • Page 23: Recycling

    The entire Sup'Air harness, accessory and reserve parachute selection (except for tandem gear), is compatible with the WILD glider. For additional information, please access our internet site : www.supair.com SUPAIR...
  • Page 24 SUPAIR-VLD Parc Altaïs 34 rue Adrastée 74650 Chavanod, Annecy 45°54.024’N / 06°04.725’E FRANCE info@supair.com +33(0)4 50 45 75 29...

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