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- Page 2 FALCON User manual and servicing v1.0, 26.02.2016...
- Page 3 © Gin Gliders Inc WARNING Gin Gliders reserves the right to alter or add to the contents of this manual at any time. News and the most up to date information will be posted on the Gin Gliders website: Read manual before first flight! www.gingliders.com...
- Page 4 Thank you… ...for choosing Gin Gliders. We are confident you’ll enjoy many rewarding experiences in the air with your GIN Falcon. This manual contains important safety, performance and maintenance information. Read it before your first flight, keep it for reference, and please pass it on to the new owner if you ever re- sell your paramotor glider.
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Certified Harnesses ........................16 Reserve ............................17 Weight Range ..........................17 First flight ............................ 17 3. Flying the Falcon ....................18 Preparation for launch ......................18 Launch check ......................... 19 Launch ........................... 19 ... - Page 6 Light or nil wind launch ......................... 19 Strong wind launch ........................20 Line knots or tangles ........................21 Climbing ..........................21 Counter-torque oscillation ....................22 Countering the torque effect ......................22 Level flight and best glide ..................... 22 ...
- Page 7 Further tips on paramotoring ....................38 Types of use .......................... 39 Free flying ............................. 39 Towing ............................39 Aerobatics ............................. 39 4. Dangerous situations and extreme flying ............40 Dangerous situations ......................40 Safety training ........................
- Page 8 Repairs ..........................54 Gin Gliders workshops ........................54 Small repairs to the glider ......................54 Gin Gliders lifetime guarantee ....................54 Register your Falcon ........................54 6. Dimensions, illustrations, technical and DGAC data ............... 55 ...
- Page 9 DGAC Template ........................75 Size 20 ............................75 Size 22 ............................75 Size 24 ............................75 Size 26 ............................75 Appendix ............................ 76 Addresses ..........................76 Glider details ........................77 Pilot details / Proof of ownership ....................77 ...
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Page 10: Introduction
1. Introduction About Gin Gliders Dream In forming Gin Gliders, designer and competition pilot Gin Seok Song had one simple dream: to make the best possible paragliding equipment that pilots all over the world would love to fly— whatever their ambitions. -
Page 11: Manual
‘Fiche d’identification’ and ‘Test en vol’ 4. Glider details Pilot details, proof of ownership and inspections and repairs overview This Manual was current at the time of going to print and can be downloaded from GIN’s website prior to print. Gin Gliders Homepage Gin Gliders has a comprehensive website, which provides additional information about the Falcon, any updates to the Manual and many other issues related to paragliding. -
Page 12: Gin Gliders And The Environment
These websites and their content are provided for your use. The content of Gin Gliders websites has been made available for your use on an “as is” and “as available” basis. Gin Gliders reserves the right to alter the websites at any time or to block access to them. -
Page 13: Safety
Gin Gliders publishes on its website any technical safety notices and airworthiness instructions which are issued in respect of GIN products. The paramotor glider owner is responsible for carrying out the action required by the safety notice. -
Page 14: Liability, Warranty Exclusion And Operating Limitations
The manufacturer cannot be held liable for any personal injury or material damage which arises in connection with GIN paramotor gliders. The certification and warranty shall be rendered invalid if there are changes of any kind (incl. paramotor glider design or changes to the brake lines beyond the permissible tolerance levels) or incorrect repairs to the glider, or if any inspections are missed (annual and 2-yearly check). -
Page 15: Operating Limitations
Manual are all based on DAGC certification experiences from the test flights, which were The Falcon is registered with the DGAC as ULM Class 1. carried out under standardised conditions. Description of flight characteristics The classification is merely a description of the reactions to these standard tests. -
Page 16: Description Of Pilot Skills Required
The Falcon is not suitable as a wing for beginner paramotor pilots. On the contrary, pilots should already have experience with paramotor wings and be familiar with the performance and safety of gliders with reflex profiles. -
Page 17: Reserve
The Falcon reacts to weight changes only by slightly increasing or reducing trim speed, with little noticeable effect on glide performance. You can therefore choose the size completely according to your own flying style. -
Page 18: Flying The Falcon
3. Flying the Falcon Gin Gliders cannot guarantee that the behaviour described below always applies one hundred per cent to all conceivable combinations of motor and glider. Compatibility of a new combination must therefore be confirmed by a test flight by an accredited compatibility test pilot. -
Page 19: Launch Check
Launch The key to a successful launch technique is to practice ground handling on flat ground whenever you can. The Falcon has good launch characteristics for its class, and no special launch techniques are required. Light or nil wind launch The Falcon inflates steadily in nil-wind conditions. -
Page 20: Strong Wind Launch
After carrying out the visual inspection, use full throttle. Leaning back slightly helps launch, as the full engine power is used. Release the risers and accelerate until the Falcon takes off. Take note of the following points during a forwards launch: •... -
Page 21: Line Knots Or Tangles
Focus on a fixed point in the distance and maintain your direction by counter-steering. After launch, first fly into the wind and let the Falcon pick up speed. The Falcon increased speed range means that you must be particularly careful especially during your first flights. -
Page 22: Counter-Torque Oscillation
In addition the trimmer can be closed or open to counter the torque effect of the motor. Level flight and best glide When the brakes are open, the Falcon flight is stable and level. The brake lines can be used to adjust the speed according to the flight situation, to ensure the optimum level of performance... -
Page 23: Trim And Accelerated Flight (Using The Trimmers And Speed Bar)
Trim Speed accelerator in turbulence. The Falcon has a high basic trim speed even with neutral trimmer position, and this can be If you do encounter a collapse while using the increased considerably by using the additional speed system and the trimmers. This gives the accelerator, immediately step off the bar pilot a wide speed range, with which to make the ideal adjustment to cruise speed. -
Page 24: Standard Brake System With Wing Tip Brake
With the Falcon, Gin Gliders has developed a glider that reacts immediately to steering input turns and a bigger swing effect when exiting and is extremely responsive. The Falcon climbs best in turns when it is flown with sufficient speed manoeuvres. Weight shift is usually less and with weight-shifting. - Page 25 As your skill improves at all speed settings the differential application of both brakes while banking will allow you to make very effective turns by increasing the lift to assist the turn when the lift axis is angled towards the bank. Likewise engine thrust and speed bar can be applied at certain times to increase turn rate etc.
- Page 26 The following figures show the basic modes of steering with the 2D system. The demonstrated examples are far from comprehensive – there are a lot of transitional configurations. The most appropriate configuration for any given situation must be chosen by the pilot.
- Page 27 Fig.2: Basic modes of steering with 2D system...
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Page 28: Different Speed Configurations And Steerings
Full speed (trimmers open and speed system activated) Steering the Falcon with main brake handles at full speed configuration is not recommended! Attempts to use the main brakes will have no effect other than evoking collapses. As such, this is not dangerous. -
Page 29: Flying With Pa (Power Attack) System
However, before flying with this system, we strongly recommend getting fully acquainted with the Falcon over several hours of flight. Various steering methodes with SR disabled and enabled Steering with main brake handles only (slow or accelerated) The main brake handle has different effects when pulled down vs. -
Page 30: Main Brake Handles And Outer Line (Accelerated)
Main brake handles and outer line (accelerated) Variable steering progression depending on degree of operation. Steering with outer 2D steering line only (accelerated) Main brake handles can be fixed on the magnets or let free. The following 4 pictures shows different ways to activate the outer 2D steering line (green line) with open trimmer and pushed speed system. - Page 31 Fig. 4a, b, c, d: Steering with outer 2D steering line only (Trim speed and accelerated)
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Page 32: Steering With Wing Tip Brake (Recommended Accelerated Mode, Required For Full Speed)
Steering with wing tip brake (recommended accelerated mode, required for full speed) When fully accelerated, you should be steering the glider ONLY with the wing tip brake. Such steering does not deform the reflex airfoil, guaranteeing safety and effectiveness. Fig. 5a, b: Steering with wing tip brake... -
Page 33: Influence Of Classic Steering On The Reflex Profile
Influence of classic steering on the reflex profile Pilots used to classic paragliders tend to fly “active” style, with their brakes constantly tensioned. Flying a reflex wing like that is ineffective and is potentially dangerous. A basic rule of reflex paramotoring is, “The more turbulent it is, the more the trims should be released and classic steering should be limited, especially with the speed system engaged.”... -
Page 34: Released Trims With Brakes Applied
Released trims with brakes applied Even slight brakes application (especially in full speed bar) shifts the center of pressure back and due the lack of reflex on trailing edge, pitching moment decreases angle of attack. Additional turbulence behind the wing occurs. In some circumstances this lead to a collapse. Using the brakes can be sometimes necessary for heading corrections, still you should keep your brakes free when flying ahead, otherwise the reflex feature doesn’t work. -
Page 35: Losing Altitude
For recovery let go of both A-risers smoothly. Assist the opening process by pumping the brakes if the ears do not open automatically. B-Stall The design of the Falcon means that the B-Stall is not possible. -
Page 36: Spiral Dive
The Falcon has no tendency to stay in a controlled manner. -
Page 37: Landing
The minimum flying speed and big flaring reserve of the Falcon will help you to make a soft landing in all conditions. Approach the landing with sufficient airspeed and don't leave your last turn too late or too steep. -
Page 38: Landing With Motor Running
Falcon’s angle of attack reduces because there is no thrust from the motor, and the glider picks up speed noticeably. The sink rate also increases so that the landing approach initially begins very quickly and with increased sink. In the lower brake range, the Falcon then begins to convert the energy and flares noticeably. -
Page 39: Types Of Use
Types of use The Falcon was developed and tested for use solely as a paramotor wing. Any use other than as intended is prohibited. Free flying The Falcon was not developed or tested for free flying. Towing The Falcon was not developed or tested for towing. -
Page 40: Dangerous Situations And Extreme Flying
4. Dangerous situations and extreme flying Dangerous situations WARNING Pilot error, extreme wind conditions or turbulence which goes unnoticed by the pilot for too Extreme flight manoeuvres with a motor long may leave the wing in an unusual flying position, requiring special reaction and skills on the under full load are extremely dangerous and part of the pilot. -
Page 41: Material Stress And Damage
Canopy collapses Collapses of the canopy can occur in strong turbulence. The Falcon will recover with pilot input through weightshift in almost all situations. Only if the wing surges very fast in front of you should you stop it with the brakes. -
Page 42: Cravat / Glider Wrapped Around Lines
A cravat occurs after a severe deflation when the wing tip becomes trapped in the glider lines. It can occur on the Falcon, usually after big deflations or in cascading situations. The pilot should be familiar with the procedure for correcting it. On the Falcon, there is a separate stabilizer /winglet main line that goes down to the A2 riser. -
Page 43: Types Of Stall
Deep stall (parachuting, stable stall) However, it is important to learn how to The Falcon has no tendency to get into in a deep stall. Should this nevertheless occur, make recognise the indications that a glider is sure your brakes are fully released, the glider will then normally recover on its own immediately. -
Page 44: Full Stall (Dynamic Stall)
Full stall (dynamic stall) WARNING The full stall happens when the wing partially deflates and loses its arched shape. It is If the canopy has gone back during the full triggered when the maximum possible angle of attack is exceeded. The most common cause is stall, the brakes must be held down, going below the minimum speed or flying near the minimum speed combined with the effects of otherwise the canopy may surge forward and,... -
Page 45: Emergency Steering
Emergency steering IMPORTANT If a brake is not operational for some reason, you can steer the Falcon with the D- risers. Add Attaching adhesives to the glider which are steering input by weight-shifting in your harness. Be careful not to pull the riser too much, to large, heavy, or made of unsuitable material avoid any possibility of a spin. -
Page 46: Sand And Salt Air
The glider must be inspected earlier than is usually the case if it has been put under more than the usual degree of strain. Sand and salt air In many cases, sand and salt air cause the lines and fabric to age much more rapidly. If you often fly near the sea, the glider should be inspected more frequently than normally required. -
Page 47: Storing, Care, Maintenance / Repairs And Guarantee
It is very important to pack the glider carefully in order to ensure the longevity of the leading Do not drag the paraglider across any rough edge reinforcements. Fold up the Falcon as shown in the diagrams below. The leading edge surfaces such as gravel or asphalt. This may reinforcements (Mylar and Rigid-System) on the front edge are placed on top of each other to damage the seams and surface coating. -
Page 48: Rucksack
Rucksack All GIN gliders are delivered with a durable ripstop Codura® rucksack with 160L capacity. The rucksack should be packed carefully to achieve maximum comfort. First, place the glider inside the harness and then put the top of harness in the bottom of the rucksack with the glider side next to the back of the rucksack. -
Page 49: Storing And Transporting The Glider
The Falcon should not be exposed to extreme heat (e.g. in the boot of the car during summer). The heat may cause any moisture present to be pressed through the fabric, thereby damaging the coating. -
Page 50: Ground Handling
Ground handling The following should be avoided: • Violent shocks to the upper surface (e.g. when the canopy crashes to the ground leading edge first whilst ground handling). • Dragging the glider along the ground. • Stepping on the lines or canopy. The Kevlar line inside the sheath can take lots of pulling force without stretching, but is sensitive to bending with small radius. -
Page 51: Lines
“Packing the paramotor glider”. The plastic rods on the Falcon can all be replaced through small pockets. If you notice that a plastic rod has been damaged or misshapen because of incorrect use, this can be replaced by Gin... -
Page 52: Cleaning
Frequent rinsing accelerates the aging process. Maintenance Type designation GIN gliders have an exact identification on the underside of the wingtip or on the centre rib, which is obligatory for all paramotor gliders. The information required is set out in the airworthiness requirements. -
Page 53: Validity Of Inspection
It is very important that your glider is serviced at the required intervals throughout its entire life. In order to benefit from Gin Gliders warranty: • you must have your paramotor glider inspected by Gin Gliders or an inspection agent authorised by Gin Gliders •... -
Page 54: Repairs
Gin Gliders. Gin Gliders workshops have trained staff, original Gin Gliders parts and the necessary know-how, all of which will ensure top quality. Major repairs at the Falcon, such as replacing panels, should only be carried out by the distributor or manufacturer. -
Page 55: Dimensions, Illustrations, Technical And Dgac Data
However, pilots with more limited experience must always remain aware at high speeds. Agile and fun: Handling was a key consideration in the design and development of the Falcon. Hours of testing, tuning and trimming have resulted in an agile and precise wing. The standard steering system makes control easy and efficient, and the wing can be tip-steered at speed. -
Page 56: Manufacturing
Manufacturing All GIN gliders are produced in the company's own facilities using the most modern techniques. Highly skilled staff take extreme care during the entire manufacturing process. Stringent quality control is made after each step, and all materials that go into each wing can be traced. These measures guarantee that pilots fly with the assurance that their wing meets the most exacting safety standards. -
Page 57: Overall Illustration
Overall illustration Technical data Size... - Page 58 Flat Area [m²] 20.36 22.27 24.16 26.03 27.97 Flat Wingspan [m] 10.60 11.09 11.55 11.99 12.43 Flat AR Projected Area [m²] 17.60 19.25 20.88 22.50 24.18 Projected Wingspan [m] 8.63 9.03 9.40 9.76 10.11 Projected AR Number of cells Glider weight [kg] Take off weight 75-120 85-130...
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Page 59: Riser
Riser The risers were developed specifically for the Falcon. A new type of trimmer system ensures a great increase in speed by effectively altering the angle of attack across all riser levels. In addition, a wing tip brake and torque compensator give the option of steering the glider independently and adjusting it to the motor output. - Page 60 Fig. 10: Falcon riser...
- Page 61 Trimmer The trimmer allows the pilot to increase the cruising speed in motorised flight and to counter the torque effect. We recommend that you always have the trimmers closed when launching or landing. Do not brake the glider symmetrically in accelerated flight. Pulling both brakes down firmly can deform the profile and, in an extreme case, cause a frontal collapse.
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Page 62: Speed System
Adjusting the speed system and trimmers Problems (such as collapses or tucks) have a Use of a reflex profile means that the Falcon has special features that must be taken into more drastic effect with increased speed than consideration when using the speed system and the trimmers. The Falcon has a high basic trim in unaccelerated flight. - Page 63 When the trimmers are closed, use of the Closed trimmers (Fig. 13a) speed bar is forbidden. This configuration Because of the Falcon’s high trim produces an extremely unstable profile and speed, we recommend selecting the there is the risk of front stall or other setting with closed trimmers for extreme flight manoeuvres.
- Page 64 the same length) the reflex-profile is formed. This setting offers dynamic handling, a high level of stability and a good cruise speed. Open trimmers (Fig. 13c) When the trimmers are fully open (the D-riser is lengthened by 100 mm) the reflex...
- Page 65 profile forms completely. Brake pressure is noticeably heavier, while speed, performance and stability are very high. Open trimmers and use of the speed bar (Fig. 13d) When the trimmers are fully open and the speed bar is used (the D-riser is lengthened by 90 mm and the A-riser is shortened by 175 mm by the speed bar) the profile is fully reflexed.
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Page 66: Torque Compensator
Torque compensator On both sides of the Falcon risers on the upper part of the B-riser, there is a catch, through which an additional line passes. You are able to compensate for the torque using a simple prussic knot. Depending on the strength of the torque, the knot can be pushed upwards (if the torque is strong) or downwards (if the torque is weak). -
Page 67: Power Attack System
Line system, brakes and line plan Line system The Falcon has A, B, C and D line levels, which fork two or three times from the bottom (riser) to the top (canopy) and which are divided into "Main", "Lower-Middle", "Higher-Middle" und "Top"... - Page 68 WARNING begins to brake. Note that the brake cascades already cause drag by their aerodynamic Loose, unsuitable or incorrectly tied brakeline resistance. knots can cause the main brake line to loosen If you do need to make adjustments to suit your harness / motor combination, body and flying and then lead to loss of control of the glider.
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Page 69: Variable Brake Pulley
• the paramotor glider does not launch well and there is a risk of deep stall • the paramotor glider exhibits dangerous behaviour in extreme flying • the trailing edge of the paramotor glider is braked in accelerated flight which, in an extreme case, could cause a frontal collapse •... -
Page 70: Wing Tip Brake Adjustment
the top position. If the brake line pulley is pushed down, the main brake lines should be lengthened by the same distance. Higher hang points require longer brake lines, lower hang points, need shorter settings. Fig. 17: Variable brake pulley Wing tip brake adjustment The wing tip brake is delivered ex factory adjusted to the main brake line setting. - Page 71 Fig. 18: Wing tip brake with elastic rope and slider on D-riser...
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Page 72: Line Plan (Standard Brake)
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Page 73: Line Plan (2D Steering)
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Page 74: Material List
Dominico Dokdo 30D 42g/m water repellent Ribs Dominico Dokdo N30 DFM 42g/m Lines Upper Liros DSL 70 Dyneema / GIN TGL 80 Aramid Middle Liros DSL 70, PPSL 120, 160 Dyneema Lower Liros PPSL 120,160,200 Dyneema / GIN TGL 280 Aramid Riser Güth &... -
Page 75: Dgac Template
DAGC Template Size 20 in progress Size 22 in progress Size 24 in progress Size 26 in progress... -
Page 76: Appendix
Appendix Addresses Gin Gliders Inc. DULV 285-1 GalDam-Ri, Mohyun-Myun Mühlweg 9 Yongin City, Kyunggi-Do 71577 Großerlach-Morbach 449-851 Korea Germany Fon: +82-31-333-1241 Fon +49 (0) 7192 93014 - 0 Fax: +82-31-334-6788 Email: info@dulv.de www. gingliders.com www.dulv.de FAI - Fédération Aéronautique Internationale Miesbacher Str. -
Page 77: Glider Details
Glider details Size: Colour: Serial number Check flight (date): __________________________________ Mark and signature: __________________________________ Pilot details / Proof of ownership 1. Owner Name: Address: Phone: Email: 2. Propriétaire Name: Address: Phone: Email:... -
Page 78: Inspections And Repairs Overview
Inspections and repairs overview General Work carried Completed Stamp and Date condition by (Name) signature on delivery... -
Page 79: Notes
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