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English Rev. 1.2 Stand: August 2012
Please read the manual before you y your new U-Turn BLACKLIGHT
Copyright ©
2012 by U-Turn GmbH, all right preserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced or developed
further on in any way without written approval of the U-Turn GmbH
Text: Stefan Preuss and Daniela Martin
Text and Graphics: Ernst Strobl
All technical details in this manual have been carefully checked by U-Turn. However we like to mention
that we don`t take any liability for possible mistakes, neither in legal responsibility, nor in liability cases that
derive from mistakable details. We preserve the right to change this manual in any way to achieve technical
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- Page 1 Please read the manual before you y your new U-Turn BLACKLIGHT Copyright © 2012 by U-Turn GmbH, all right preserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced or developed further on in any way without written approval of the U-Turn GmbH...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents U-Turn your airline Page 1 ank you Page 2 e U-Turn BLACKLIGHT Page 3-4 - Usage Page 4 - Motorised Paragliding Page 4 - Winching Page 4 Safety Precautions Page 5 Baseline and brakeline adjustment Page 6 General despription... - Page 3 Material List U-Turn BLACKLIGHT Page 22 Leinencode-Info Page 23 Lineplan Page 24 Certi cation U-Turn BLACKLIGHT S Page 25 - 27 Page 28 -30 Certi cation U-Turn BLACKLIGHT S/M Certi cation U-Turn BLACKLIGHT M Page 31 - 33 Certi cation U-Turn BLACKLIGHT L...
- Page 4 - Occassional check of trim and adjustment Page 45 - Description of the materials and technical data Page 45 - Miscellaneous Page 45 - Completed check very important Page 46...
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Page 5: U-Turn Your Airline
We aspire to achieve to possible within the framework of its laws. We admit this is ambitious but you will always nd U-Turn at the cutting edge of technology. As Oscar Wilde once said in this very British understatement: “His taste is very basics;... -
Page 6: Ank You
U-Turn team would like to congratulate you on the purchase of your new U-Turn para- glider. You have made an excellent choice. We wish you long and enjoyable ights and many happy landings with your U-Turn BLACKLIGHT. -
Page 7: U-Turn Blacklight
Please keep in mind is that during motorized use NO ACRO MANEUVERS are allowed. e extreme high wing loading due to the additional weight of the engine will push the U-Turn BLACKLIGHT to the brink of its load limits. No U-Turn BLACKLIGHT has a motorized endorsement. -
Page 8: Winching
Winching Because of its excellent starting characteristics, the U-Turn BLACKLIGHT is well suitable for winching operations. Take the following points into account: • maximum linetension for winching is 100kp. • if not operating at you usual winch, get acquainted with the local procedures and get a good brie ng by a local pilot. -
Page 9: Safety Precautions
Usethe U-Turn BLACKLIGHT only in wind strengths, in which you are able to control the wing for 100%. Do not use the U-Turn BLACKLIGHT, in wind with a great gust factor. Never use the glider with approaching thunderstorms or if probability of those of the development of thunder- storms is high. -
Page 10: Baseline And Brakeline Adjustment
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Page 11: Risers
A- and B-risers have a di$ erent colour to ensure positive identi cation at take o and during a B-stall descent. e webbing in the risers of the U-Turn BLACKLIGHT consist of sturdy stretch resistant 12mm kevlar polyester webbing, in order to warrant a long-term stable trim. -
Page 12: Speed System
U-Turn BLACKLIGHT. It is not meant to substitue a basic ying edu- cation in an approved ying school! If a lying education and the appropriate experience is missing, paragliding is dangerous to life. -
Page 13: Flight
, be le alone. With an even pull but overall light input only, the glider is to be in ated. Unlike other gliders, it is not necessary to in ate the U-Turn BLACKLIGHT with aggressive pulling or even fast running. -
Page 14: Active Flying
Active Flying e U-Turn BLACKLIGHT should be own with light braking on both sides when there is turbulent air. An increase in angle of attack provides better stability. When entering hea- vy thermals or strong turbulences be mindful of that the canopy does not get behind the pilot. -
Page 15: Rapid Descent
Rapid Descent In any situation where you have to get down ASAP for di erent reasons (weather, extreme updra , or other dangers,) there are a couple of techniques that are described in this chapter. Caution: e described manoeuvres stress you paraglider more than normal and should only be performed for practise or in a real emergency! „Big Ears“... -
Page 16: Advanced Handling
Advanced Handling Even with its high stability and good ight characteristics it is possible that the BLACK- LIGHT gets into an extreme ight condition due to pilot mistakes or turbulent air. To be prepared for such situations and able to handle them in a calm and superior manner it is best to take part in a ight safety course. -
Page 17: Collapses
To avoid them, or how to handle the situation when it happened, some tips and tricks from U-Turn test- and competition pilot Ernst Strobl: e best way to avoid collapses upfront is the right choice of the paraglider. A lot of pilots y a glider that is a little too hot to handle for them. -
Page 18: Deep Stall
Deep Stall e U-Turn BLACKLIGHT is not stall sensitive. If in a stall, caused by overpulling on the brakes, the rear risers or a delayed B-stall exit, the release of the brakes or the rear risers, recovers the stall. Should the stall be caused by an extreme ight condition or con gurati- on (i.e. -
Page 19: Negativ Turn
Emergency Piloting In any situation where normal steering with the brakelines is not possible, the U-Turn BLACKLIGHT can be steered with the back risers easily. Turns can be own with weightshi , however be mindful that the glider doesn`t lock into a spiral. -
Page 20: Maintenance And Care
U-Turn glider is build must be depolluted appropriately. Please send your U-Turn glider at the end of its life- cycle back to U-Turn. We will take care for recycling and removal. -
Page 21: Flight Accessories
If you have any questions about the usage of your harness with the BLACKLIGHT, ask your U-Turn dealer or directly contact U-Turn. We assist you in any possible way. -
Page 22: Assumption Of Risk
U-Turn GmbH and all other contracting parties express no verbal or written representation and denial expres- sively that this was done, with exception of what is speci% ed in and in the manual the U-Turn BLACKLIGHT. Safety Advices and Liability is glider complies with EAPR, AFNOR (SHV and ACPUL) regulations, for the tested type, at time of delivery (see appendix). -
Page 23: Release Of Liability / Renouncment Of Entitlement
U-Turn BLACKLIGHT - through transferring ownership temporary or perma- nently, for this other user to have read and unterstood the U-Turn BLACKLIGHT user manual in its entirety, including directions and warnings, which are included in this user manual. -
Page 24: Technical Data U-Turn Blacklight
Technical Data U-Turn BLACKLIGHT Page 20... -
Page 25: Table Of Area Loading And Color-Info
Color 2 Color 3 Color 4 U-Turn o ers special colors too. If you have questions about your BLACKLIGHT in special colors don‘t hesi- tate to contact your competence center or directly us. We are pleased to help. Page 21... -
Page 26: Material List U-Turn Blacklight
Material List U-Turn BLACKLIGHT Page 22... -
Page 27: Leinencode-Info
Linecode-Info Page 23... -
Page 28: Lineplan
Lineplan In progress Page 24... -
Page 29: Certi Cation U-Turn Blacklight S
Certi cation U-Turn BLACKLIGHT S Page 25... - Page 30 Certi cation U-Turn BLACKLIGHT S Page 26...
- Page 31 Certi carion U-Turn BLACKLIGHT S Page 27...
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Page 32: Certi Cation U-Turn Blacklight S/M
Certi cation U-Turn BLACKLIGHT S/M Manufacturer Type testing No. EAPR-GS-7574/12 Location Schruns + Achensee Model Blacklight SM Bad Grönenbach: 16.04.12 EAPR e.V - Marktstr. 11 - D-87730 Bad Grönenbach - Germany Minimum take off weight Maximum take off weight Date of testing 28.03.12... - Page 33 Certi cation U-Turn BLACKLIGHT S/M Deep stall achieved Recovery Spontaneous in less than 3 sec Spontaneous in less than 3 sec Dive forward angle on exit 0° - 30° 30° - 60° Change of course Changing course less than 45°...
- Page 34 Certi cation U-Turn BLACKLIGHT S/M Tendency to return to straight flight Spontaneous exit Spontaneous exit Turn angle to recover normal flight Less than 720° , spontaneous recovery Less than 720° , spontaneous recovery 23. Alternative means of directional control - 4.1.23 180°...
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Page 35: Certi Cation U-Turn Blacklight M
Certi cation U-Turn BLACKLIGHT M Manufacturer Type testing No. EAPR-GS-7547/12 Location Achensee + Schruns Model Blacklight M Bad Grönenbach: 16.04.12 EAPR e.V - Marktstr. 11 - D-87730 Bad Grönenbach - Germany Minimum take off weight Maximum take off weight Date of testing 09.03.12... - Page 36 Certi cation U-Turn BLACKLIGHT M Deep stall achieved Recovery Spontaneous in less than 3 sec Spontaneous in less than 3 sec Dive forward angle on exit 0° - 30° 30° - 60° Change of course Changing course less than 45°...
- Page 37 Certi cation U-Turn BLACKLIGHT M Tendency to return to straight flight Spontaneous exit Spontaneous exit Turn angle to recover normal flight Less than 720° , spontaneous recovery Less than 720° , spontaneous recovery 23. Alternative means of directional control - 4.1.23 180°...
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Page 38: Certi Cation U-Turn Blacklight L
Certi cation U-Turn BLACKLIGHT L Manufacturer Type testing No. EAPR-GS-7564/12 Location Schruns Model Blacklight L Bad Grönenbach: 28.05.12 EAPR e.V - Marktstr. 11 - D-87730 Bad Grönenbach - Germany Minimum take off weight Maximum take off weight Date of testing 17.05.12... - Page 39 Certi cation U-Turn BLACKLIGHT L Deep stall achieved Recovery Spontaneous in less than 3 sec Spontaneous in less than 3 sec Dive forward angle on exit 0° - 30° 30° - 60° Change of course Changing course less than 45°...
- Page 40 Certi cation U-Turn BLACKLIGHT L Tendency to return to straight flight Spontaneous exit Spontaneous exit Turn angle to recover normal flight Less than 720°, spontaneous recovery Less than 720°, spontaneous recovery 23. Alternative means of directional control - 4.1.23 180° turn achievable in 20 sec Stall or spin occurs 24.
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Page 41: Instruction Lea Et Of Repairs And 2 Annual Check
Instruction lea et for repairs and 2 annual Check U-Turn GmbH Im Neuneck 1 Tel: +49 (0)7464/9891280 78609 Tuningen Fax: +49 (0)7464/989128-28 Germany Instruction leaflet for repairs and 2 annual Check Name: Adress: Land: Telephone Number: E-Mail: Paraglider type and Color:... -
Page 42: Line Order Sheet
Line Order sheet U-Turn GmbH Tel: +49 (0)7464/9891280 Im Neuneck 1 Fax: +49 (0)7464/989128-28 78609 Tuningen Germany LINE ORDER SHEET / BESTELLFORMULAR FÜR LEINEN Name Adress / Adresse E-mail Telephone Number / Telefon Nummer Paragliding name / Gleitschirm Name Size / Größe... -
Page 43: Business Replay Card
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Page 44: Maintanence Log
Englisch Rev. 2.0 Stand: 12.2011 Copyright © 2011 by U-Turn GmbH, all right preserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced or developed further on in any way without written approval of the U-Turn GmbH Text: Stefan Preuss Text and Graphics: Ernst Strobl All technical details in this manual have been carefully checked by U-Turn. -
Page 45: Topic Of The Inspec
Topic of the inspection and reinspection intervals Regular inspection according to aircra inspection ordinance for standardized evaluated gliders. For school gliders afer 1 year, aircra for recreational use a er 2 years. Tandem gliders for commer- cial purposes annually, non commercial use every 2 years to be inspected. e inspection shall take place in the aforementioned intervals, or no later than 150 hours. -
Page 46: During The Inspection The Following Steps Are To Be Taken In
During the inspection the following steps are to be taken in: Positive identi cation of the device: Positive identi cation of the aircra (Type, size, etc.) on the basis certi cation seal or placard.. • Are the pertinent manufacturer documents available? •... -
Page 47: Check Of The Tear Resistance
Check of the tear resistance To be conducted with the Bettsometer at the following points (B.M.A.A. approved patent number GB2270768 Clive of bed Sails) e test sequence is to be inferred from the operating instruction the Bettosometer. • In both the top and undersail where the A-lines connect, push a needle-thick hole and check •... -
Page 48: Lines
Lines Test of the line tensile strength: Line selection: select a middle, lower cascade of the A, B and a C- lines as well as if available a middle A and B upper cascade, and stress test for tensile strength testing device on their tensile strength. Tension velocity of the tension cylinder: v=30cm/min Tear/tensile strength values: the determined values/modi cations are to be noted in the inspection! - Page 49 Occassional check of trim and adjustment Before a test ight a visual inspection of the canopy and lines is to be conducted with the glider laid out as well as pulled up in ated. In particular attention should be paid to the length of the brake lines with the canopy in ated. Only if all doubts are cleared concerning faulty adjustment of the brake lines, a check ight may be con- ducted.
- Page 50 • For paragliders, harnesses and reserve parachutes, which are checked, controlled, repaired, packed or repacked, test- own and/or other maintenance work, by none U-turn authorized personnel forgot any guarantee and or warranty! •...
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