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Related Manuals for Dudek V-KING 18
Summarization of Contents
introduction
Welcome and manual overview
Welcomes the pilot and outlines the manual's purpose.
on the wing
Target audience and key benefits
Describes who the V-King paraglider is intended for and its key advantages.
design
Design features and production quality
Details the paraglider's design features and manufacturing quality.
riser scheme
Riser system components
Illustrates the paraglider's riser system and its components.
before first use
Operation and weight range
Pilot responsibility for selection and weight limits for safe flying.
Harness selection and speed system
Guidance on choosing a harness and setting up the speed system.
before first use
Speed system adjustment guide
Instructions on how to properly adjust the speed system.
Other systems overview
States that no other adjustable systems are present.
pre-flight check
Pre-flight inspection steps
Essential checks before launching the paraglider.
Paramotor and forward launch checks
Specific checks for paramotor use and classic forward launch.
free flying - launch
Reverse launch procedure
Detailed steps for performing a reverse paraglider launch.
free flying - flight
Turning techniques
Explains how to perform dynamic and stable turns.
Thermalling and soaring
Guidance on thermalling and soaring techniques.
free flying - landing
Speed system flight and landing
Using the speed system during flight and its impact on landing.
Landing approach procedure
Proper procedures for a safe and soft paraglider landing.
D-brake system
D-Brake system function
Details the dedicated D-Brake system for optimized landing.
winching
Winching procedures and safety
Guidelines and safety precautions for winch launching.
Tandem flying certification
Clarifies that the V-King is not certified for tandem flying.
powered flights - launch
Powered launch preparation
Steps to prepare the paraglider for powered flight launch.
Classic powered launch
How to perform a classic launch with a powered unit.
powered flights - launch
Reverse powered launch
Techniques for reverse launching with a paramotor.
powered flights - climbing
Climbing after powered launch
Advice on climbing safely after a powered takeoff.
powered flights - flight
Level flight and fuel economy
Optimizing level flight for speed and fuel efficiency.
Power unit induced oscillations
Understanding and avoiding oscillations caused by the power unit.
powered flights - landing
Power off landing
Procedure for landing without engine power.
Powered landing
Techniques for landing with the engine idling.
speed modes
Neutral position
Describes the paraglider's neutral speed and sink characteristics.
Full speed
Explains the increased speed and sink in full speed mode.
quick descent methods
Big Ears descent
How to use the 'Big Ears' technique for rapid descent.
B-stall descent
How to perform a B-stall for a controlled descent.
Spiral dive technique
Method for entering a spiral dive for quick descent.
quick descent methods
Aerobatics limitations
States the paraglider is not designed for aerobatics.
extreme manoeuvres
One sided collapse handling
How to manage a one-sided paraglider collapse.
Frontal collapse recovery
Steps to recover from a frontal paraglider collapse.
Stall and spin avoidance
Preventing full stalls and negative spins.
extreme manoeuvres
Deep stall and emergency steering
Handling deep stalls and alternative steering methods.
Line over and cravatte handling
How to deal with line tangles during flight.
cleaning and storage
Paraglider folding and packing
Proper techniques for folding and packing the paraglider.
Cleaning and deterioration
Methods for cleaning and preventing deterioration.
deterioration - a few tips
Damage and wear prevention
Tips on preventing deterioration from environmental factors.
Repairs and inspections
Information on paraglider repairs and scheduled inspections.
warranty
Warranty coverage and duration
Details the warranty periods for different uses.
Warranty exclusions and validity
Lists items not covered and conditions for warranty validity.
environmental care
Environmental responsibility
Guidelines for responsible paragliding to protect the environment.
Used gear recycling
Information on proper disposal and recycling of used paragliders.
what have you bought
Included items
Lists the items included with the paraglider purchase.
technical data
Technical specifications
Provides detailed specifications and measurements for the V-King paraglider.
rigging scheme
Rigging scheme details
Explains how to measure lines and provides notes on rigging.
summary
Final safety advice
Final thoughts on safe flying and pilot responsibility.
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