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Summarization of Contents
Sport 2 and Sport 3 Reassembly After Shipping and Breakdown
Special instructions for Sport 2 175
Specific reassembly instructions for the Sport 2 175 model, detailing differences in leading edge breakdown.
Reassembling the Sport 2 or Sport 3 after breakdown for shipping
Step-by-step guide for reassembling the glider after it has been disassembled for transport.
Preflight Procedure
Along the left leading edge
Inspection of the left leading edge for proper Mylar insert alignment and integrity.
At the left wingtip
Checking the left wingtip for secure tip wand lever closure.
Along the trailing edge, left wing
Inspecting the left wing's trailing edge for tears and batten security.
From the rear keel
Verifying the secure engagement of keyhole tangs and the keel collar.
Along the trailing edge, right wing
Inspecting the right wing's trailing edge for tears and batten security.
At the right tip
Checking the right wingtip for secure tip wand lever closure.
Along the right leading edge
Inspection of the right leading edge for proper Mylar insert alignment and integrity.
Under the glider at the control bar
Checking the straightness of downtubes and security of ball lock pins.
Inside the sail, at the crossbar center and VG system
Inspecting internal sail components like the crossbar center and VG system for wear.
At the nose
Verifying the nose keyhole tang engagement and collar security.
Launching and Flying the Sport 2 and Sport 3
Minimum controllable airspeed and minimum sink airspeed
Understanding and identifying critical airspeeds for safe and efficient flight.
Using wing tufts to find the minimum sink speed of your glider
Utilizing sail tufts to determine the glider's minimum sink speed.
Landing the Sport 2 or Sport 3
Standard Aircraft Approach Pattern
Description of the recommended 45-degree entry leg, downwind, base, final leg approach pattern.
Sport 2 and Sport 3 Sprog and Bridle Adjustment and Flight Testing
General Information Regarding the Adjustment of Sprogs and Bridles, and the Effects of These Adjustments on Flight Characteristics.
Explains how sprog and bridle adjustments affect glider stability and trim.
Measurements of the Sprog and Bridle Adjustments
Provides specific measurements for checking sprog and bridle settings.
Method of adjustment
Details the procedure for adjusting sprog height and bridle length.
Test flight
Guidance on performing flight tests after sprog/bridle adjustments.
Maintenance
Parts Ordering and Parts Replacement
Policy and procedures for ordering and replacing glider parts for safety.
A note about cables and cable maintenance
Critical information on glider cable inspection and replacement to ensure airworthiness.
Removing the Sail from the Airframe and Re-Installing
Sail removal
Step-by-step instructions for safely removing the glider sail from the frame.
Reinstalling the Sail on the Frame
Detailed guide for correctly reattaching the glider sail to the airframe.
Glider Tuning
CG adjustment
Adjusting the center of gravity for optimal glider balance and handling.
Turn trim
Troubleshooting and correcting glider turns by ensuring symmetry.
Airframe
Inspecting the glider's structural components for bends or damage.
Battens
Checking battens for symmetrical shape and proper fit.
Tip Wand Receptacles - rotational alignment
Adjusting tip wand receptacle alignment for symmetrical wing performance.
Sail tension
Adjusting sail tension for optimal leading edge fit and handling.
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