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- Page 1 Tandem glider user’s manual SORA User’s manual SUP’AIR - VLD 34 rue Adrastée Parc Altaïs 74650 Annecy - Chavanod FRANCE 45°54.024’N / 06°04.725’E SUP’AIR _SORA Page 1...
- Page 2 Tandem glider user’s manual SORA Thank you for choosing to fly our SORA tandem. We are delighted to have you on board and to share our passion for paragliding. SUP’AIR has been designing producing and selling ac- cessories for free flying activities since 1984. By choosing a SUP’AIR product you benefit from almost thirty years of...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Tandem glider user’s manual SORA Contents Introduction Technical specifications Equipment overview Connecting the glider Installing the reserve parachute and the automatic collapse system on the risers Pre-flight preparation Take-off Flight characteristics Fast descents Flight incidents Towing Line layout Materials Measurement table Certificates Maintenance Mandatory checks... -
Page 4: Introduction
Welcome to tandem flying : a world of shared passion in comfort and security. Your SORA tandem is a glider which meets all the requirements of a modern tandem wing. It is designed for intensive professional use and will give both the pilot and his passengers a high level of in-flight comfort over the seasons. -
Page 5: Technical Specifications
Tandem glider user’s manual SORA Technical data Model tandem glider SORA Size (m²) Number of cells Flat surface area (m²) 41,2 Span (m) 14,9 Chord (m) 3,47 Flat Aspect Ratio 5,35 Projected surface area (m²) 35,1 Projected span (m) 11,7 Projected aspect ratio Glider weight (kg) In-flight weight range (kg) -
Page 6: Equipment Overview
A' riser (for big ears) B riser C riser D riser Brake line Brake retaining strap Options included in the « SORA tandem pack » Brake handle Ear blocker Trim bridle with magnet Riser hook-up loop Spreader hook-up loop Pilot hook-up loop... -
Page 7: Connecting The Glider
Tandem glider user’s manual SORA Connecting the glider Connecting to spreaders The bottom loop on the risers must be connected to the attachment points on the spreaders, using karabiners with appropriate resistance for a tandem load. You must ensure that the A risers are on top, without any twists or obstruction. NEVER connect the glider to any other point. - Page 8 Tandem glider user’s manual SORA Connecting the glider fisherman's knot Brake line length Brake line lengths are set in the factory to allow optimal glider control. However, if the setting does not suit you, it is possible to modify brake line length. We advise you to use a fisherman’s knot and to keep your length changes to a minimum (approx 5cm at a time).
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Page 9: Installing The Reserve Parachute And The Automatic Collapse System On The Risers
Tandem glider user’s manual SORA Installing the reserve parachute and the automatic collapse system on the risers Connect the risers on top of each spreader bar (at the main loop), with the On both sides, push the small collapsing bridle through the main rectangular stainless steel maillons and the flexible elastic rings. -
Page 10: Pre-Flight Preparation
Tandem glider user’s manual SORA PRE-FLIGHT PREPARATION Unfold the glider then place it on its upper surface in an arc. Separate A,B,C and D risers and brake line ; make sure that the risers and lines do not have any knots or twists and are not catching anything (stones, twigs, etc). -
Page 11: Take-Off
Tandem glider user’s manual SORA Take-off The design team has strived to produce optimum characteristics for easy inflation in all conditions, whether in light or high winds you will enjoy the progressive behaviour while launching. However before the first flight, practice ground-handling in order to become familiar with your new glider. It is possible to inflate with the front- or reverse-launch methods. - Page 12 The BIPLACE is designed for experienced pilots qualified to fly tandem and fully capable to adapt to various conditions. We recommend that the first flights should take place in gentle conditions in order to get familiar with the glider. The following tips will help you to get optimum performance from your SORA tandem : « Hands up » speed or trim speed Flying «...
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Page 13: Flight Characteristics
Tandem glider user’s manual SORA Flight characteristics Turning To produce a turn, once you have checked that the airspace is clear, lean into the harness inside the turn – you may also ask the passenger to do likewise – and progressively pull down the brake on the side where you wish to turn until you have achieved the desired angle of bank. You can then modulate the speed and radius of the turn by using the external brake. -
Page 14: Fast Descents
Tandem glider user’s manual SORA FAST DESCENTS The following techniques should only be used in emergencies and require prior training. Appropriate analysis and anticipation of the conditions will often prevent the need to use fast descent techniques. We advise you to practice in still air and preferably above water. Big Ears Pulling big ears increases the glider's sink rate. - Page 15 Tandem glider user’s manual SORA Fast descents B-line stall This technique is generally very hard to use on a tandem wing due to the high force needed to pull in the B lines. The design of the SORA does not allow to perform a B-line stall and this technique has not been tested during certification.
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Page 16: Flight Incidents
Towing The SORA tandem may be used for towing. Make sure you only use certified towing equipment and with a qualified tow operator. You must also go through appropriate training. The traction force must be appropriate to the in-flight weight and the towing action must only start once the glider is fully inflated and stable above the pilot. -
Page 17: Line Layout
Tandem glider user’s manual SORA LINE LAYOUT DIAGRAM SUP’AIR _SORA Page 17... -
Page 18: Materials
Tandem glider user’s manual SORA Materials Fabrics Producer Reference Outer surface Porcher Sport Skytex 38 Universal – 9017E25 Inner Surface Porcher Sport Skytex 32 Universal – 70032E3W Supported ribs Porcher Sport Skytex 40 Hard – 9017E29 Compression straps and D ribs Porcher Sport Skytex 32 Hard - 70032E4D Unsupported ribs... -
Page 19: Measurement Table
Tandem glider user’s manual SORA Measurement table SORA tandem size 41 Checked line sheet Brake Centre 8586 8498 8539 8697 8755 9944 8509 8408 8444 8595 8653 9579 8546 8447 8492 8650 8701 9313 8513 8425 8474 8628 8681 9188... -
Page 20: Certificates
Tandem glider user’s manual SORA CERTIFICATES Class: PG_0815.2013 In accordance with EN standards 926-2:2005 & 926-1:2006: 28. 12. 2013 Date of issue (DMY): Sup’Air Manufacturer: Sora 41 Model: Serial number: Configuration during flight tests Paraglider Accessories Maximum weight in flight (kg) Range of speed system (cm) Minimum weight in flight (kg) Speed range using brakes (km/h) -
Page 21: Maintenance
Even if we have used the best quality materials, your glider may be subject to wear and tear. In this case you must have it checked by a qualified workshop. SUP’AIR also offers the possibility for its products to be repaired beyond the end of the warranty period. Please contact us either by telephone or by E-mail sav@supair.com in order to receive a quote. SUP’AIR _SORA... -
Page 22: Mandatory Checks
Tandem glider user’s manual SORA Recycling All our materials are selected for their technical and environmentally friendly characteristics. None of thre components found in our products will harm the environment. Most of them are recyclable. If your SORA has reached the end of its life, you can separate all metallic and plastic parts from the cloth and sort out refuse accor- ding to your country's practices. -
Page 23: Complementary Equipment / Accessories
Square stainless Maillons Rapides® 6 or 7 mm (pair) 42g ou 65g (Unit) Glider – spreader connecting MAILMOUSAC Automatic steel karabiners 2500 daN resistance 130g (Unit) karabiners All necessary technical information comes with the product and/or is easily accessible via our website at www.supair.com SUP’AIR _SORA Page 23... - Page 24 SUPAIR-VLD Parc Altaïs 34 rue Adrastée 74650 Chavanod, Annecy FRANCE info@supair.com +33(0)4 50 45 75 29 45°54.024’N / 06°04.725’E...
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