Weight Range; Flying The Susi; Launch - Nova susi Manual

Weight range

Each size of the SuSi is certified for a certain weight range. The weight refers
to the "overall take off weight". This means the weight of the pilot, the glider,
the harness and all other equipment.
We differentiate between the "classical" and the "extended" weight range. The
"extended" weight range are the upper 10kg of the weight range.
We recommend to fly the SuSi within the classical weight range because we
think that the wing is better balanced for the group of beginners and occasional
pilots. The extended weight range is mainly for pilots who like to fly the light
version of the SuSi as a mountain glider with a higher wing loading.
We suggest performing your first flights with a new wing in calm conditions to
get used to the flight behaviour without any stress. We also recommend to do
some take-offs on a training hill or some ground handling to get a good feeling
for your glider from the very beginning.

Launch

Before every take off the pilot has to ensure that the equipment is in a proper
condition, especially the glider, the harness and the reserve system.
Just before launch we recommend a check routine, which should be performed
carefully. (Many accidents at take off could be avoided by a proper check!)
We recommend the following routine:
1. Strapped up (Leg strap and chest strap on the harness and helmet
strap all done up)
2. Clipped in (Risers untwisted and connected to the karabiners,
speed system attached and karabiners properly closed)
3. Lines (A lines on top, all lines sorted, brake line unlooped between
brake handle and pulley)
4. Glider (glider lies arched with opened cell openings at take off.)
5. Wind and airspace (wind suitable for launch and airspace in front
of take off free of other gliders)
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