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SORA2 PLUS SUPAIR SAS PARC ALTAÏS 34 RUE ADRASTÉE 74650 ANNECY CHAVANOD User manual FRANCE RCS 387956790 Revision index : V1 03/12/2020...
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: www.supair.com. If however you have any further questions, do not hesitate to ask one of our dealers. And of course the entire SUPAIR team re- mains at your disposal on info@supair.com We wish you many safe and enjoyable flying hours, and happy landings.
Installing the reserve parachute and the automatice collapse system on the risers Pre-flight preparation Take-off Flight characteristics Fast descents Flight incidents Towing Line layout Maintenance Measurement table Certificates Maintenance Mandatory checks Warranty Disclaimer Pilot equipment Complementary equipment / Accessories SUPAIR | SORA 2 Plus | page 3...
Your SORA 2 Plus is certified EN / LTF B. It may be used with most models of harnesses available on the market but for better comfort and optimal feeling we recommend that you use a pilot and passenger harness from the SUPAIR range.
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EN : 926-2 : 2013 & 926-1 : 2015, EN : 926-2 : 2013 & 926-1 : 2015, LTF : 2. DV LuftGerPV §1, Nr 7 c LTF : 2. DV LuftGerPV §1, Nr 7 c Acrobatic flying Ocean SUPAIR | SORA 2 Plus | page 5...
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Options included in the SORA 2 Plus "Pack Essen'ciel » Ear blocker Trim bridle with magnet Riser hook-up loop Spreader hook-up loop Pilot hook-up loop Passenger attachement loop Reserve riser cover TREK 160 L Carry bag SUPAIR | SORA 2 Plus | page 6...
NEVER connect the glider to any other point. The pilot then connects his harness to the rear loops on the spreaders and connects his passen- ger’s harness to the forward loops. For the connection between the glider and spreaders, we recommend SUPAIR 45mm steel kara- biners. passenger...
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(if the trailing edge is pulled tight). The bow in the brake lines must be checked with trimmers fully released. The trailing edge must not be affected in this position. SUPAIR | SORA 2 Plus | page 8...
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« C » riser using a triangular maillon. Towards C risers Collapsing System. Towards parachute riser Passenger Passenger Pilot Pilot SUPAIR | SORA 2 Plus | page 9...
Note : do not alter the trim position by more than one increment at a time. Caution ! Before take-off, always ensure that airspace is clear and conditions are suitable for your level of skill and experience. SUPAIR | SORA 2 Plus | page 11...
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We advise you to use maximum speed (trimmers fully released) prudently and not to fly close to terrain in turbulent conditions in this configuration. Full speed Neutral position Slow position Magnet SUPAIR | SORA 2 Plus | page 12...
If you land in high winds, as soon as you make contact with the ground you will have to turn around with the passenger to face the glider and move towards it while braking symmetrically. You may also use the C risers to collapse the canopy. SUPAIR | SORA 2 Plus | page 13...
You will need to adjust your flying, as the wing has more inertia when turning in this configura- tion. Make sure you anticipate the reopening by liberating the line early, in particular before landing. SUPAIR | SORA 2 Plus | page 14...
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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 | SORA 2 Plus | page 15...
The traction force must be appropriate to the in-flight weight and the towing action must only start once the glider is fully inflated and stable above the pilot. SUPAIR | SORA 2 Plus | page 16...
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7543 7583 7586 7653 7652 8143 8143 Stabilizers 7468 7473 7511 7512 7574 7572 8152 8143 Wingtip Tolérence +/- 10mm Riser length (mm) risers closed red mark open range Tolérance +/- 5mm SUPAIR | SORA 2 Plus | page 19...
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*the cut value may differ according to the type of stitching/machine and the thread used **the sewn value is the final length of the line, from one loop end to the other SUPAIR | SORA 2 Plus | page 20...
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7920 7962 7957 8034 8026 8581 8580 Stabilizers Wingtip 7845 7851 7889 7889 7953 7947 8598 8593 Tolérence +/- 10mm Riser length (mm) risers closed red mark open range Tolérance +/- 5mm SUPAIR | SORA 2 Plus | page 21...
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*the cut value may differ according to the type of stitching/machine and the thread used **the sewn value is the final length of the line, from one loop end to the other SUPAIR | SORA 2 Plus | page 22...
Even if we have used the best quality materials, your glider may be subject to wear and tear. In this case you must have it checked by a qualified workshop. SUPAIR 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.
Warranty SUPAIR takes the greatest care in the design and production of its product line hence offers a 3 years limited warranty from the pur- chase date against any manufacturing defect or design issues occurring during normal use. Any damage or degradation resulting from incorrect or abusive use abnormal exposure to aggressive factors including but not limited to;...
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Maillons Rapides® inox square 6 or 7 mm (paire) 130g (Unit) Glider–spreader connecting karabiners MAILMOUSAC Automatic steel karabiners 2500 daN resistance All necessary technical information comes with the product and/or is easily accessible via our website at www.supair.com SUPAIR | SORA 2 Plus | page 27...
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