Landing; Manoeuvres For Fast Descent; Big Ears; B-Stall - Nova susi Manual

Landing

Landing the SuSi is very easy. In turbulent conditions we recommend applying
brakes (approximately 20% of the available brake travel) during the whole
approach. This will increase the stability of the glider and the feeling of the
wing.
Just before touch down you should apply more brake. Many times it makes
sense to induce a stall.
Attention:
A deep stall in just 2 meters height can cause a quite violent touch down.
Make sure to not fully apply the brakes until you are close enough to the
ground.

Manoeuvres for fast descent

Big ears

Big ears are very effective and easy to perform with the SuSi. For initiation,
pull the outer A risers symmetrically. Keep the brake handles (without extra
wraps) in your hands.
As long as you keep both outer A-risers pulled, the wingtips will be folded and
the sink speed will increase. We recommend to additionally push the speed bar
to increase the sink speed further and to also increase forward speed. The drag
of the folded wingtips increases the angle of attack. By pushing the speed bar,
this effect is compensated.
To end the manoeuvre, release the A-risers. If the wingtips don't open
automatically, you can inflate them by applying the brakes with a short impulse
movement.
If the ears don't properly deflate, you should try to pull the outer A-Line
quicker. It also helps to grab the line above the shackle.

B-Stall

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