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1. DA FUS MAN UK 1 1 1 10 08 Copyright Paramania Written by Mike Campbell Jones Copyright Paramania Reflex wings Itd 6 SUMMARY We would like to stress again the points made in Section 1 of this Manual The Fusion Powerglider Manual is subject to continuous updating To assist us in our guest for perfection we would appreciate any input that you the customer may contribute towards future versions Please don t hesitate to contact us to let us know your views The team wish you many hours of fun underneath your Fusion Powerglider Paramania Team PAR i AN rs POVVERGLIDERS www flyparamania com info flyparamania com DA2. 2 4 Setting up the controls Hang check The following is best carried out by an instructor or at the very least an experienced motor pilot Before flying your Fusion with a motor unit we recommend that you do a static hang test This is done by hanging your motor unit from an appropriate structure from the wing attachment points by using a strong rope or strap then by sitting in the harness get an assistant to measure up the risers from the hang points up The aim is to make sure that you the pilot are able to reach the brakes whilst in flight Allowances should also be made for the wind blowing the toggles out of reach Your Fusion s risers are shorter than most conventional paragliders which reduces the potential problem Brake line lengths Fusion BL01 Diagram showing factory brake setting amp adjustments The Fusion brake lines are clearly factory marked in two places The risers have a secondary lower pulley system to allow for high hang point power units These brake positions should need no adjustments see diagram FUSION BLO1 for details Higher hang points require longer brake lines lower hang point s shorter ones A useful tip for double checking brake line lengths It is better to seek the advice and assistance of a local instructor or experienced pilot Choose a steady breeze of about 10Kph Ground handle the wing above your head with an ordinary harness or your motor unit on your back When the wing is nicely
3. 1 10 08 Copyright Paramania Written by Mike Campbell Jones Copyright Paramania Reflex wings Itd 3 3 a Power off Landings Cut all power at about 50m and glide in like a paraglider This minimises the risk of propeller damage but you only get one go at it you have to get it right With or without power the Fusion rides out turbulence better on a fast trim setting so if it is rough come in fast on neutral trim allow yourself plenty of room to bleed off speed the speed just above the ground before touching down The Fusion stores energy well and it may be necessary to round out and float level with the ground converting your excess speed into lift while you slow down before flaring to touchdown If you aim at a restricted or tight landing area in nil wind conditions it is advisable to use take off or even full trim maximum lift configuration This will hardly alter your glide angle but decreases your sink rate and forward speed these type of decisions become more critical at higher wing loadings Practice makes perfect 3 3 6 Power on Landings At a steady tick over lose height at a shallow angle then as you near the ground level out and bleed off speed before flaring to touch down Kill the motor as your feet touch the ground The advantage of this method of course is that at any time if you get it wrong you can power up and go round again The disadvantages are the increased risk of expensive prop damage if you stuff it up
4. the more brake the glider will need to get off the ground Speed systems may cause problems when clipping in Don t get your lines crossed 3 2 c The Climb Out Once off the ground and flying safely continue into wind using the brakes to achieve the desired climb rate Don t attempt to climb at too steep an angle Attempting to use too much brake to force a higher climb rate will only degrade the climb by creating extra induced drag and with the addition of lots of thrust could result in a stall or a spin Under power the Fusion behaves more like a powered fixed wing airplane than a paraglider and it helps to think of it as such Provided there are no obstacles in your path it is often safer and quite spectacular to fly level with the ground after take off gaining more speed before converting it into considerable height using the brakes and then easing off into the climb out The other reasons for not climbing out too steeply are the risks involved when having engine failure i e a stall and diving recovery Although the Fusion will not sit back behind you the way that some gliders may a slow forward speed and high angle of attack is still likely to put you into a near stalled attitude if your power source suddenly goes on strike In this situation you should always be able to set up a reasonable approach so don t make things hard for yourself fly with sufficient airspeed at all times and keep your angle of attack under control at low al
5. Itd 3 2 e Using the Trimmers and Speed Bar The Fusion s reflex wing section is unigue it basically has a huge range of trims and speed bar waiting for you to explore We only ask that you explore the full flight envelop at a safe height and with adeguate training and experience For correct trimmer usage first study the FUSION R diagrams 01 amp 02 showing trim and speed bar movement as well as speed bar hook ups The diagrams also show you the effect on the wing shape relative to the different settings as well as the Center of Pressure changes CP showing differing levels of stability See FUSION R 2 for details Itis the same for all current sizes Remarkably the Fusion has a huge and relatively safe speed range 3 5 times greater than its stall speed as compared with most air craft that only have between 1 2 5 times With the trimmers fully off the wing s speed and stability increases and hence its ability to cut through turbulence and go places improves On faster trim or speed bar settings brake pressures generally increase and weight shift or a wing tip steering WTS become more effective On the slower settings sink rate improves dramatically and handling on the brakes becomes much lighter enabling you to make best use of thermal cores Whilst giving you improved climb rate and shorter slower take offs and landings See diagram RTR below describing differences in turning radii At all speed setting s the differential app
6. be deflated with confidence using a strong pull on the rear or D risers or off to one side with a brake in which case it is a good habit to watch the wing tip go down It will save propellers etc 3 2 Flying under Power NOTE Thorough pre flight checks for glider harness and engine are essential prior to any launch For powered flight many of the characteristics are the same as in the previous section 3 1 However there is a certain amount of additional information particularly where the addition of the thrust of the power unit and correct matching of the wing to the motor unit is concerned Paramania cannot be held responsible for the multitude of combinations that may get used however if you wish to contact us we can offer some advice 3 2 a Forward Launching the Fusion in Nil Wind While there may appear to be no wind this is rarely the case and it is essential for aircraft of this type to take off and make the initial climb out to a safe height depending on the surrounding terrain into wind This makes maximum use of the wind and avoids the danger of losing airspeed when climbing out steeply through wind gradient Particular attention must be paid to trees power lines and other large obstacles and any rotor that they may generate FUS MAN UK 1 1 1 10 08 Copyright Paramania Written by Mike Campbell Jones Copyright Paramania Reflex wings Itd Preparing the wing Lay the glider out downwind of the motor so that the lines are
7. enjoys your engine noise Care must be taken when flying near livestock especially horses and pig farms and sensitive areas Big respect to landowners and farmers look after them we need them CARE AND MAINTENANCE of your wing The safety and life span of any aircraft however well designed built and flown depends in the end upon how well it is cared for Confidence in your equipment and the quality of its maintenance is essential to good flying Even a product as well engineered and carefully constructed as the Fusion can quickly deteriorate if neglected or abused The better you look after your wing the better it will look after you 4 1 Basic Care As with any paraglider the basic rules for looking after your Paramania wing are e Keep it Cool Prolonged exposure to excessive heat in places like the car the loft or the airing cupboard as well as contact with hot engine parts can damage and significantly shorten the life of both cloth and lines e Keep it Dry Packing or storing a wet wing may make it moldy damage the coating of the fabric corrode the metal fittings and in extreme cases rot both the cloth and the lines Salt water is particularly harmful as salt crystals form an abrasive coating You should avoid immersing your wing in salt water if at all possible If it does happen rinse it thoroughly in fresh water and dry it out completely preferably in the shade before packing it away e Keep it dark U V light degra
8. full service is carried out Lines are numbered from the centre towards the tip A number of spare primary lines come with your repair kit just in case you catch one in a propeller These are the strongest lines and may be temporarily used to replace a thinner primary like a C or D primary or even a brake line 2A MCJ 16 12 08 line plan ALL Fusion ee YY seja sess W Vu VA v 4 JIN YY NPN VAINOA A FUS MAN UK 1 1 1 10 08 Copyright Paramania 1 Written by Mike Campbell Jones Copyright Paramania Reflex wings Itd Fusion line plan all sizes A Stabilis ax Lines D V L Yz yv N AE Ti pe r7 8 v Pam E brake lines D9 FUS MAN UK 1 1 1 10 08 Copyright Paramania Written by Mike Campbell Jones Copyright Paramania Reflex wings Itd 5 3 Technical data for the Fusion Fusion technical details pist ee cn aa a by MC J 19 03 09 Flat area Flat wing span Flat aspect ratio Projected area Projected span Projected aspect area Leading edge length Trailing edge length Number of cells Center chord length Tip chord Wing distance above pilot Riser length Test harness width load tested EN Weight of glider Kg Rec weight range without motor Rec weight range paramotor speed bar range Cm trimmer range Cm Glide angle Sink rate Min speed Trim speed Cruise speed detrimed Max speed ac
9. fully extended and as if attracted to the motor or central focal point then lay the risers down ready to clip in Set the trimmers to the take off position Faster settings may be desirable in stronger conditions see diagram FUSIONRO2 Make sure that when warming up the engine you do so upwind of the wing and then stop it whilst clipping in After carrying out the following checks Pilot prepared clothing safe Helmet on and fastened Malions securely connected to risers no twists Trim set Nothing likely to foul the prop Speed bar system running freely and out of harm s way Steering toggles secure brake lines free and not twisted Wing tip Steering WTS if fitted secure and adjusted correctly Engine delivering full power Airspace is clear for take off Attach the glider proceed with the launch as in section 3 11 Launching From now on you should try to control the glider whilst facing forwards If the wing is low behind you and you turn around the lines will trail over the propeller However falling backwards onto the motor is both dangerous and expensive and must be avoided at all costs even that of a few damaged lines During the launch If the pressure on each of your hands feels even open the throttle to full take off power leaning backwards against the thrust so that the engine is pushing you along the ground rather than into it It is best to try and leave the brakes alone and just let the canopy come up If i
10. motor remains outside our control and responsibility Paramania its Directors Employees and Agents can accept no liability for any conseguences arising from the use of their products howsoever caused Reference number FUS MAN UK 1 1 1 10 2008 Copyright Paramania FUS MAN UK 1 1 1 10 08 Copyright Paramania Written by Mike Campbell Jones Copyright Paramania Reflex wings Itd 1 3 YOUR FUSION POWERGLIDER some FAQs Within our sport there are limits For instance there is a limit of how fast you can fly and still be able to foot launch Whilst Paramania and team are renowned for extending the flight envelop of paramotoring Recently we have focused on making wings easier to launch and handle as well as safe performance The Fusion is a direct result of this research About the Fusion s new aerofoil section The Fusion has the very latest in MCJ pitch positive Reflex wing sections the added performance characteristics are waiting for you to discover e Like most of our wings when flown above the neutral trim position The pilot can fly inactively fast and with hands off toggles most of the time However the Fusion s unigue aerofoil is carefully shape controlled by an innovative fabric gathering system e So when trimmed below the neutral position slower the Fusion moves much closer to a paraglider with similar performance of sink rate and glide ratio as any top model also the handling becomes light and responsive whilst s
11. the dangers involved in falling over with the engine running and getting your lines in the propeller if you are late to switch off before the wing deflates Points to note e If possible know all about your landing area before you take off Check the wind direction before you set up your approach Power off landings probably need less space If in doubt practise your approach until you are sure you can land safely Practice and be ready for engine out or emergency landings so practice spot landings regularly 3 4 Advanced manoeuvres The Fusion has achieved an EN rating for the manoeuvres prescribed by the test authorities However it is essential that pilots take proper training before attempting certain aerobatics We also suggest that you seek advice from instructors or experienced pilots before conducting ANY of these manoeuvres or before going flying in extreme conditions and that you carry a reserve parachute if this type of flying is for you Big ears This method is a good safe way of descending However care should be taken when pulling down the outer A lines not to pull them too far the Fusion has a lot of load on the A s especially on the faster trim settings A spiral may be a more efficient way to get down Note we do not recommend using big ears with a lot of power There is a risk of stable stall and it defeats the object B Lining The Fusion B Lines well however we recommend that you undertake proper training a
12. 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 Aja e cl al ala aA B ajia e c alia Alaa Al Alc alo DA FUS MAN UK 1 1 1 10 08 Copyright Paramania Written by Mike Campbell Jones Copyright Paramania Reflex wings Itd para test com Alr Turquoise SA at XJ Re du r a Lomte CH E14 Vilereuva AW x hel 411 2 9656565 moale fl 79202 Se 30 paragiding by air harquoice info ipara hest com 154 SNOT HIE ALL VETILAS fewt twit POVVERGLIDERS Class C In accordance with EN standards 926 2 2005 amp 926 1 200 PG 0196 2008 Date of issue DMY 29 04 2009 Manufacture Paramania Team Model Fusion 29 Serial number Configuration during flight tests Paraglider Accessories Maodmum weight m flight kg 105 Range of speed system cm 15 Minimum weight in Right kg 80 Speed range using brakes km h 12 Gliders weight kg 8 75 Range of trimmers cm 0 Number of risers Total speed range with accessones km 19 Projected area m2 24 117 Harness used for testing max weight inspections whichever happens first Hamess type ABS every 12 months or every 100 fying hours Hamess brand Sup Air Warning Before use refer to user s manual Hamess model Altiplume L Person or company having presented the glider for testing None Harness to risers distance cm 45 Distance between risers cm 48 11 12 13 14 16 17 18 19 20 2 22 23 24 Aj alalic aja AJ alle AJ aja alc AJ alia A ajie jia aio
13. FUS MAN UK 1 1 1 10 08 Copyright Paramania Written by Mike Campbell Jones Copyright Paramania Reflex wings Itd ION Paramania Fusion Powerglider Owner s Manual Contents 1 Introduction 1 2 About this manual 1 3 About the Fusion FAQ s 1 4 Pilot level requirements About the Fusion 21 Designers definition 2 2 Construction 2 3 Whatyour new Fusion powerglider comes with 2 4 Setting up the controls Flight Operations 3 1 Flying with and without a motor 3 2 Flying Under Power 3 2 a Forward Launching the Fusion in Nil Wind 3 2 b Reverse Launching in Stronger Winds 3 2 c The Climb Out 3 2 d In Flight controls 3 2 0 Using the Trimmers and Speed Bar 3 3 Landing 3 3 a Power off Landings 3 3 b Power on Landings 3 4 Advanced manoeuvres 3 5 Golden Rules Care amp Maintenance 4 1 Basic Care 4 2 Periodic Maintenance 4 3 Repairs 4 4 Care and maintenance of your power unit Technical Data 5 1 Riser diagrams FUSIOND1 amp FUSIOND2 5 2 Lining tables amp diagrams 5 3 Technical Specifications table FUSIONSP01 5 4 CEN Data Labels Summary FUS MAN UK 1 1 1 10 08 Copyright Paramania Written by Mike Campbell Jones Copyright Paramania Reflex wings Itd 1 1 Introduction Paramania feels privileged that through its products the Reflex MK1 amp 2 the Action Action GT Revolution and Go Fly to have progressively improved levels of safety soeed performance handling and use abi
14. ce to tucking both on launch and in flight its greater speed range and stability means that generally it can be flown in stronger conditions safely Basically the glider becomes more stable the faster you fly First Flights We recommend that to give yourself the chance to get used to it your first flights should be made on the take off position and slower basically below the neutral trim position If you are used to more conventional wings the Fusion will feel more familiar Try flying with a small amount of brake In practice at the point where they just begin to feel a little heavier this point will be encountered at about the one guarter brake position When you have become fully confident in your wing try experimenting with faster trim settings weight shift and speed bar and enjoy the extra speed and security the Fusion gives you See FUSIONR 02 for details 3 11 Launching The hardest thing for any pilot with or without a Paramotor is forward launching in nil wind Paramania have paid special attention to this area the fusion has been designed to be exceptionally easy it virtually comes up on its own rarely over shoots and has excellent directional stability Forward launch We recommend that when the wing is laid out that all the lines are at full length with little or no slack between wing and pilot Then pull the brake lines in to ensure that the middle inflates first The Fusion is easily inflated by using A riser s
15. celerated 23 D2 FUS MAN UK 1 1 1 10 08 Copyright Paramania Written by Mike Campbell Jones Copyright Paramania Reflex wings Itd 5 4 EN certification label When the Fusion was tested under the EN system with the heaviest pilot weight possible to help simulate Paramotor weights it was awarded a C rating See below for the test flight data para test com Alr Turquoise SA Re du r a Lomie E CH E14 Vilereuve x heli dl 2 9656565 moble 4179202 Se 50 paragiding by sir hmuoise info ipara hest com 150 sm HUE AL VENILAS PRILUPIIT POVVERGLIDERS Class C In accordance with EN standards 926 2 2005 amp 926 1 2006 PG _ 0195 2008 Date of issue DMY 29 04 2009 Manufacture Paramania Team Model Fusion 26 Serial number Configuration during flight tests Paraglider Accessories Maoamum weight m flight kg 95 Range of speed system cm 15 Minimum weight in flight kg 70 Speed range using brakes km h 12 G der s weight kg 8 Range of trimmers cm a Number of risers 4 Total speed range with accessones kwh 19 Projected area m2 21 622 Harness used for testing max weight inspections whichever happens first Hamess type ABS every 12 months or every 100 fying hours Hamess brand Sup Air Warning Before use refer to user s manual Hamess model Evo XCM Pearson or Company having presented the glider for testing None Hamess to risers Astanos cm 49 Distance between risers cm 45 1 2 3
16. des coatings and drastically weakens fabrics Never leave your wing laid out for long periods beneath holes in the ozone layer Fold or pack it away when it s not in the air e Keep it clean Some dirt can be highly corrosive Clean off any such contamination as soon as possible using clean fresh water Don t use detergents they can cause as much damage as the 17 FUS MAN UK 1 1 1 10 08 Copyright Paramania Written by Mike Campbell Jones Copyright Paramania Reflex wings Itd stains if not more Only use neutral soft soaps PH7 In particular store and transport your wing away from the motor never in the same bag to avoid any contact with oil or petrol e Keep it Clear Sharp hard or abrasive items such as helmets flight instruments harness buckles and the like can accelerate fabric wear and even hole the wing The drawstring stuff bag provided with your canopy affords a measure of protection but you should still try to ensure that you store and transport it clear of contact with anything likely to damage it e Keep it Lonely Insects such as grass hoppers and ants will simply eat their way out if rolled up with the wing Grazing cattle can literally lick the coatings off the fabric and mice love to make homes in it We suggest hanging up your wing in its bag during long term storage Above all never forget that for all its compact portability your powerglider is an aeroplane and deserves to be treated as such 4 2 Period
17. eck that no lines have gone over the leading edge Extend the risers upwind as usual separating left from right We suggest that you pre twist the risers over each other half a turn in the direction in which you wish to turn during launch and lay them out in this position with the rear risers uppermost This is because once clipped in the propeller cage on your back makes it virtually impossible to turn without assistance when the wing is on the ground Carry out your standard pre flight checks now Having started and warmed up your motor upwind of the canopy attach yourself to the power unit face the canopy approach the risers and clip them on to the appropriate malions Build a wall first using front and rear A amp D risers simultaneously On uneven ground the leading edge of the canopy should be level with the horizon We recommend that you momentarily raise the glider off the ground to check for tangles and line snags Holding risers brakes and throttle control as outlined above gently pull the front risers up to lift the glider over your head It is unlikely to over fly you especially if it is trimmed to fly fast This may be contrary to what your paragliding intuition tells you but on the faster settings trim neutral the Fusion s reflex wing section stabilizes the wing and prevents it from pitching forward It may even sit back a little but applying a small amount of brake makes it pop forward When the glider is
18. ed and perf n okt oS ete Pendular stability Pendular stability FUS MAN UK 1 1 1 10 08 Copyright Paramania Written by Mike Campbell Jones Copyright Paramania Reflex wings Itd 1 4 Pilot skill level recommendations As a pilot we feel that you are likely to continue growing into this wing for several years The Fusion can adapt to suit the conditions and type of flying its pilots wish for Basically you the pilot in control may need to adapt to fully understanding and appreciate exactly what this wing is capable of For this reason Although the Fusion may be suitable for some exceptionally natural new pilots Paramania recommends a minimum level of pilot experience of at least 40hrs and or one full year s season of flying 2 1 Design The Fusion has been designed by Mike Campbell Jones His history in the development of powergliders that exclusively use Reflex wing sections coupled with his experience in Microlight aircraft and glider design means that your Fusion wing benefits from a wealth of knowledge that spans over 30 years back to the early days of hang aliding Microlights where initially developed as powered hang gliders that later favoured more powerful engines and smaller more stable wings It soon became clear that the faster your wing the more often you could use it Naturally it follows that the concept of a utility Paramotor flying machine requires the same philosophy So the pilot can spend less time and effo
19. efore reaching the next thermal With more speed brake pressures increase as does the range of movement prior to the stall point Turns and rate of roll are linked in a linear fashion However at full soeed WTS system or simply weight shift becomes more effective than the bakes As a conventional paragliding pilot it may take time to gain the confidence in the wing to let go of the brakes but once you do it s a whole other world FUS MAN UK 1 1 1 10 08 Copyright Paramania Written by Mike Campbell Jones Copyright Paramania Reflex wings Itd Use of the speed bar The bar increases the speed by approximately 30 Unlike most wings there is little or no loss of stability in fact the wing seems to cut through turbulence even better than before application However if any instability is encountered due to excessive conditions it is recommended to release the bar for recovery and to return to normal flying mode Speed bar is more for use during straight and level flight As you become more experienced careful release of the bar whilst entering turns gives an effect similar to pulling the stick back in a conventional aircraft You can use it to surf the thermals l e progressively apply the speed bar in lift and turn it into forward speed then you can ease off on the bar as you exit the thermal whilst entering sinking air and convert that speed into lift Although the speed bar can be used with confidence throughout the whole ran
20. en by Mike Campbell Jones Copyright Paramania Reflex wings Itd Points to note If your propeller protection cage is flimsy enough the pressure of the lines on it during launch may distort it to the point where it fouls the prop If this is the case make sure the lines have cleared the cage before you open the throttle All control inputs should be smooth and progressive gt Don t attempt to take off if the canopy isn t roughly level overhead Dangerous oscillations may result if you apply full power with it too far off to one side gt Keep your undercarriage down until you are definitely flying gt The faster the trim setting the more brake the glider will need to get off the ground 3 2 6 Reverse Launching in Stronger Winds Because the Fusion launches so easily it is possible to perform a reverse launch with both front risers and one brake in one hand and the throttle and opposite brake in the other If the wind is appreciable this is the easiest method of launching but if the wind is light and variable the difficulty of running backwards safely with a motor on makes a forward launch preferable It is wise not to open your Fusion out to the point where it is liable to be caught by the wind until you are ready to launch especially if it is already connected to your motor Lay the folded glider on its back with the trailing edge pointing into the wind Unfold it sufficiently only to locate and untwist the risers and ch
21. es with bottom surface lateral tape The ribs are heavily reinforced with Mylar wherever the loads are substantial i e around the A and B line attachments RRIB Showing Inclined oval hole load distributio amp standard Paramania rib reinforcements The Fusions special line configuration YZ The Fusion has a lot of extra lines j f towards the tips these lines act as net dramatically reducing the 11 oe possibility of cravats sometimes i 1 f ff caused by fabric passing between W lines in extreme circumstances Wei Also all the angles of the lines are individually calculated to act as a fabric gathering system for the complex changes of our latest Reflex aerofoil so the Fusion can actually change its shape much like a bird trims its feathers The line configuration and diagonal rib structure are sharing the same angles throughout the wing enhancing the load distribution whilst ensuring that the lines are evenly loaded This we have found gives much quicker inflations All lines are made of Gin Arimid Technora the latest in line technology and incorporates the best qualities of its predecessors Kevlar and Dynema It is both strong and flexible whilst remaining temperature stable and less prone to shrinkages when lightly loaded The lines are split into 4 categories Quadries Thirtaries secondary and primaries Line diameters are 1 1 1 3 1 6 amp 2 3 mm respectively The la
22. et Always carry out full pre flight checks before launching Check check and re check the fuel system for leaks Make sure you have enough fuel to get you there Better too much than too little Check for any loose articles that could trail or fall into the propeller while flying and fasten them securely Never place your engine downwind of your wing Always put on and fasten your helmet before clipping in to the harness Never rely on the engine it may cut out at any moment Always fly as if it will so fly the wing NOT the motor Scan the sky all times know where the others are all of the time Don t fly into danger over water trees rough terrain Where an engine failure will leave you in trouble water in particular If you see pylons or poles between there will be power lines Know where they are especially when low They are our biggest killer Avoid downwind low flying it drastically reduces your options Try not to fly into the turbulence of your own wake or that of others especially at low altitude It is unwise to fly hands off below about 100m AGL Especially as an engine failure will reguire you to make immediate control inputs to set up a landing approach Be sensitive to mechanical problems early A noticeable change in engine tone or a new vibration may spell trouble Land and check it out Make sure your navigation and awareness of air law is up to the job study your local air charts Remember not everyone
23. ge of the trim settings it is obviously most effective and recommended to be used with the trims off l e on the fast setting Use of the speed bar with full trim on slow is not recommended and serves little of NO purpose anyway See diagram FUSIONRO3 Speed bar diagram for more details on this subject Landing The Fusion has a good glide angle so forward planning is required on approaches During the Flare the brakes light at first become progressively heavier over a healthy amount of travel giving plenty of warning of a stall With trims on slow the wing lands easily much like any other paraglider plenty of air speed on approach progressive flare converting speed into lift till the moment of touchdown When landing with the fast trim on the process of bleeding off the extra speed to land can take longer and reguire more space In this mode there is a lot of stored energy so you may find yourself climbing out again if you aren t that smooth on the controls However the brakes are very powerful so the last bit of brake travel really shuts the wing down and slows you up It does not take long to develop the confidence to fly in stronger winds than normal but great care must be taken when flying down wind near the ground The Fusion stores energy well so whilst it is possible to bleed off your speed without losing height before touch down respect must be shown for the higher speeds possible On landing in high winds the glider may
24. ic Maintenance Although your Fusion powerglider is designed and engineered to give you at least 400 hrs of air time regular maintenance is essential to pinpoint any problems that may arise as a result of routine wear and tear and is especially important after any incident which may have resulted in fabric or line damage that may not show up in the course of pre flight checks Paramania or its accredited agents will for a small charge carry out a specified programme of maintenance checks designed to keep your wing in tip top shape and certify its condition in a written report that will become a valuable part of its service history Paramania takes great pride in the quality of both its product and the service that supports it Feedback from periodic maintenance checks performs a vital role in its quality assurance procedures They are therefore just as important to us as they are to you and you can be confident that all such checks carried out by the manufacturer are comprehensive and thorough We recommend that these inspections are carried out annually or after every 100 flying hours whichever is the sooner They are of course an essential addition to rather than a substitute for the canopy and line inspections that form part of your own pre flight checks 4 3 Repairs A repair kit is provided with your Fusion powerglider that allows you to carry out small scale emergency repairs It consists of about 1 metre of each nylon fabric used in its constr
25. level check that when All new wings are Brake line set up for LOW D hang point Factory set brake line marks systems for top and bottom pulleys 11 cm see text re brake line checking Top steering toggle pulley for low or mid hangpoints Bowlin Knot prefered h Lower toggle pulley for use with high hang points the brake toggles are up against the brake pulleys that the trailing edge of the wing is not being pulled down Then as you gently pull the brake you should have only a few centimetres of movement before the brakes start to pull down on the trailing edge of the wing Make sure it is the same length on both sides Note it is always safer to have this adjustment too long than too short when free flying the wing should always be set up though the top pulley and with the shorter lines FUS MAN UK 1 1 1 10 08 Copyright Paramania Written by Mike Campbell Jones Copyright Paramania Reflex wings Itd All new gliders leave the factory rigged for low hang points 3 FLIGHT OPERATIONS 3 1 Flying With and Without a Motor Although the design philosophy of the Fusion is that of a high speed paramotor wing which performs well as a free flying glider and may be flown as such with no adjustment Slower trim settings reduce internal air pressure and conseguently give a lighter feel to the brakes and a better sink rate The main difference in the Fusion compared with other paragliders is the increased resistan
26. lication of both RTR Diagram showing brakes while banking allows you FASTER showing the difference in turn to make very effective turns by Steeper between fast and slow trims increasing the lift to assist the turn when the Iift axis is canted over in the bank Likewise engine SLOWER thrust and speed bar can be Flatter applied at certain times to increase turn rate etc These technigues come with pilot more ss iii experience allowing you to get a HTT the most from your wing achieving fully coordinated smooth turns much like those possible on a three axis aircraft Points to Note e Remember trims and speed bar are controls so are extra items for your pre flight checks e If the trim settings inadvertently become asymmetric the wing just crabs Likewise if lift is dumped by releasing the trimmers accidentally the Fusion s reflex wing section keeps the wing above your head and you just lose some height while accelerating e In general when flown with the higher the hang point motor units the wing has more of a tendency to dive when entering turns this may also result in higher G loadings in tight turns and bigger swing through s when exiting maneuvers Weight shift is usually less effective with high hang points However usually extra pendulum and lateral stability is gained 3 3 Landing There generally seems to be two philosophies about landing a paramotor either with or without power 14 FUS MAN UK 1 1
27. lity for our sport paramotoring Our designer Mike Campbell Jones has worked to develop Reflex technology in soft wings since designing the original Reflex wing in 1994 His experience has given him and the Paramania team an edge the ability and insight to design wings that consistently bring new technology to the foreground The Fusion is no exception It is the first of a new species a hybrid A truly innovative Powerglider 14 rii j Fusion 1 JUS 11 phonetics definition from Cambridge English dictionary When two or more things join or become combined nuclear fusion The Fusion is a pure intermediate powerglider combining all the proven elements of performance technology stability and safety from the Paramania range We love it and know you will to congratulations for choosing the Fusion 1 2 About this manual This manual is to help you understand please read it carefully and regularly The purpose of this manual is to offer guidelines to the pilot in the use of the Paramania Fusion powerglider and is in no way intended to be used as a training manual for this or any other paramotor wing or paraglider You may only fly an aircraft of any description when qualified to do so or when undergoing training from an accredited School or Instructor It must be understood that flying can be a dangerous activity unless undertaken by properly trained people flying in a responsible and disciplined manner As the owner of a Paramania Fu
28. mportant It is most noticeable when flying through turbulent air or thermal activity so when a lifting and descending air masses are encountered Example e AReflexed wing will pitch forward on entering and rearward on exiting a thermal e A normal paraglider wing will pitch rearwards when entering and forwards on exiting These opposing reactions are very clear and apply to any aircraft trimmed positively as opposed to negatively All are trimmed positively otherwise the aircraft s pitch stability would depend totally on pilot input to prevent tumbling In the case of normal paragliders most are negatively trimmed and despite some built pendulum stability their pilots need to learn to fly actively otherwise their wings may easily collapse in rough air It has now become clear that without the introduction of Reflex technology or pitch positive wing sections the necessary pilot skills required to fly normal paragliders with engines at low level in turbulent conditions would certainly have resulted in many more accidents In fact Reflex is possibly the single most important reason why our sport has been able to evolve It has become a vital part of the safe development of paramotoring flight So what does Reflex mean exactly Reflex technology refers to a specific type of wing section which has built in pitch stability It was originally developed for tail less aircraft where no fuselages or elevators were fitted When introduced into a
29. only When launching simply move forward from this position pulling on the A risers whilst keeping the pressure balanced between each side meaning the tension on the A risers The glider shows little or no tendency to dive overhead so frontal collapses which so often lead to failed launches are rare Instead the glider almost waits for you to catch up with it Note Indeed in certain trim positions IE take off to neutral position the Fusion requires almost no pull on the A s at all just accelerating forward movement only See FUSION 02 for ideal Take off trim position details Reverse launch Once again the glider is very easy to launch because it does not over shoot so the pilot has little or no need to hold the wing back before making the turn Reverse launches on this wing can be carried out in as little as 5 Kph In Flight In flight the greater speed range of the Fusion may require some management But once you have mastered how to use the speed to your advantage it becomes pure fun Its tight handling allows you to make the best use of thermal cores and with a little outside brake you can achieve even flatter turns its sink rate on full slow is comparable with most other conventional intermediate gliders With the trim fully released the wing takes on more solid characteristics carving through the air with increased pitch stability its glide at speed is impressive and so means less time spent in sinking air masses b
30. opyright Paramania Written by Mike Campbell Jones Copyright Paramania Reflex wings Itd Power induced Oscillations Certain combinations of weight power and propeller size can cause oscillation where the torgue and gyro effects lift the pilot to one side you then drop back only to swing up again This usually ocures when climbing as opposed to level flight To counter this you can e Make sure you complete your turn so be smoother on the controls And or e Change the throttle setting and reduce the level of power And or e Adjust the torque strap if fitted And or e Shift your weight in the harness And or e Set up the wing tip steering WTS kit or other wing tip device to adjust out the torgue effects Weight shift is the best counter Oscillation usually occurs on high power settings more power and a larger propeller causes more oscillation It could be that your control inputs are amplifying the oscillation In this case throttling back a little and flying hands off this should take care of the problem it is quite common even for inexperienced pilots to be too busy on the controls this is referred to as pilot induced oscillation and the simple answer is stop moving your hands 3 2 d Level Flight On reaching a safe height after take off and if you wish to go cruising turn on to your chosen heading reach up and release the trimmers if on a slow setting and if you like let go of the brakes completely If conditions are ve
31. paraglider type wing it gives desirable pitching characteristics As a result more than 50 of wings used for paramotoring are now Reflex wings The reason is simple A reflex wing is pitching positive where as most standard paraglider designs are not It is a wing section is that has an elevator built into its shaping so is auto stable and pitch positive See diagrams below A Reflex wing section Why a parafoil wing with reflex is more stable in pitch A standard aircraft configuration Why a parafoil wing with reflex is faster MOTI yIV Fuselage A standard paraglider Angle of attack a AIR FLOW A paraglider with a Reflex wing section S Note As well as a built in elevator a reflex wing section naturally has the centre of aerodynamic forces centre of pressure closer to the LE further contributing to stability Less area is devoted to lift so the wing flies faster with the same angle of attack Whilst sink rate is reduced not a problem with power the glide and efficiency at speed is improved because the area flown on has an effective higher aspect ratio which gives a flatter polar curve Eg Reflex wing sections more stability and efficiency at higher speeds Pilot mass Note Some of the latest developments in reflex technology are in the control of the elevator area using intricate systems that improve slow speed flight characteristics so giving the best of both worlds ith id f spe
32. r self s at all times Are you in good health Are you tired Have you enough blood sugar energy Are you showing off to family friends or camera Is your knowledge up to scratch Are the conditions appropriate for your pilot level Are you current enough 1R FUS MAN UK 1 1 1 10 08 Copyright Paramania Written by Mike Campbell Jones Copyright Paramania Reflex wings Itd Are you being over confident Are you choosing to fly in dangerous areas Are you alert enough Are you well eguipped Have you taken adeguate training Etc the list goes on Do you ask yourself these things Another interesting fact is that most pilots choose to fly outside the cone of safety for instance We are relatively safe at 2 3m above the ground and after that above 300m the min height to throw an emergency parachute or allow time to simply find a landing sandwiched in between these altitudes is our most dangerous height as a Paramotorist how high do you and your friends fly most of the time This is not a manual for a pilot but we hope it has some useful common sense in it 5 Technical diagrams Paramania Standard Risers for Fusion wing Diagram showing trim in position neutral Reference FUS R 1 10 08 A B C D Level or neutral 1 0 f Top steering toggle pulley Magnetic clip Toggle keeper Wing tip steering Lower toggle pulley W 4 for use with high hang points prevents toggle from being o
33. rger diameters being the primary lines The malions to which the lines are attached to the risers are made of polished stainless steel which avoids corrosion and gives excellent strength and durability The riser material is 1 2K 25mm polyester webbing The main attachment points are reinforced with Cordura to protect against wear from the karabinas The Fusion has been built with paramotoring in mind and when new has a safety factor of some 50 over and above its tested loading It has been engineered to perform to its specifications for about 400 hours WARNING Humidity and or UV exposure will drastically reduce the lifespan of your wing always stock your wing in dry and dark area See section 4 1 Basic Care FUS MAN UK 1 1 1 10 08 Copyright Paramania Written by Mike Campbell Jones Copyright Paramania Reflex wings Itd 2 3 What your new Fusion wing comes with The Glider User manual CD or paper Paramania Ruck sack reversible normal or field Stuff sack amp compression strap Speed bar Basic repair kit including spare primary A lines Paramania accessories T Shirt or cap Helmet Prop stickers amp mini wind socks x2 The Fusion is a high end guality product As such it has been fully inspected firstly by the factory and secondly by your local Paramania dealer Should you not be entirely satisfied with your Paramania Powerglider Please contact your dealer directly And if you re happy contact them anyway
34. roduce our wings with Gin gliders based in Korea Gin s renowned precision and quality is clearly visible in all of our wings and like all Gin s products our wings carry a lifetime guarantee Your Fusion s strength and durability has been achieved through careful choice of modern materials and innovative design All materials from which it is constructed are batched and every stage in its manufacture can be traced to a named operator and checker The top and bottom surfaces are made from the hardwearing Porsha Marine NCV 44 and 37gm respectively The wing tips leading and trailing edges are reinforced using a mix of load tape and Mylar The semi closed leading edge improves the air dynamics whilst stabilizing lateral movement between surfaces giving it a more solid rigid feel once in the air FUS MAN UK 1 1 1 10 08 Copyright Paramania Written by Mike Campbell Jones Copyright Paramania Reflex wings Itd The structural ribs Have been designed with inclined oval ports that allow air to flow to the areas within the wing where internal pressure is needed most They open like valves to increase their area during inflations when the ribs are off loaded and minimize distortions normally created by conventional holes and distribute the loads efficiently from the line attachment points into the top surface Suspension line attachments are reinforced in 3 dimensions vertically with the main rib then at an angle with diagonal ribs and 90 degre
35. rt flying actively in response to every lump and bump and more time navigating whilst getting comfortably from A to B or performing other tasks such as photography observation or general flying Although your Fusion wing has been designed to fly like a conventional paraglider the reflex wing section means that it has an elevator built into its shape The wing no longer completely dependents on payload as its only source of stability It maintains its own attitude in pitch rising and falling through thermals and turbulence whilst remaining stable above the pilot s head requiring minimal control input The trimmer system allows you to raise the rear of the airfoil effectively reducing the chord and surface area by some 30 giving the wing a higher wing loading and increased speed without changing the angle of attack The centre of pressure also moves forward adding further to the pitch stability This redistribution of loading gives the wing exceptional tuck resistance and increases the working aspect ratio the result is a faster more efficient wing under power and at speed much like a traditional powered aircraft When requiring more lift at lower speeds the rear section can be trimmed down to restore a fully flapped Reflex airfoil the Fusion changes its characteristics becoming closer to a conventional paraglider with smooth sporty handling short slow take offs and steep climb outs So like having two wings in one 2 2 Construction We p
36. ry rough you may wish to keep hold of them however the Fusion is even more stable at higher speeds so we suggest you let go and enjoy the flight If wing tip steering WTS is fitted use to maintain level flight especially when thermals get under one side of the wing it really helps hold your course Note All Paramotors should have adequate netting to prevent toggles entering propellers whilst in flight check yours If you have one keep an eye on your alti vario in level flight it is easy to creep into a climb without noticing Use the information from your instruments to optimize your forward speed and reduce drag and fuel consumption This will all be specific to your own set up With its hands off flight capability the Fusion is good at letting you do this With a sound understanding of the current wind conditions at different altitudes and intelligent use of any thermal activity wave convergence ridge or frontal lift it is possible to conserve your fuel and greatly extend your operating range The engine of course makes it easy to put you in the right place at the right time to exploit the conditions Don t be afraid to throw the Fusion into a tight thermal to gain height and save fuel you will find it is particularly good at coring thermals Use of slower trim settings will allow you to climb faster in thermals 12 FUS MAN UK 1 1 1 10 08 Copyright Paramania Written by Mike Campbell Jones Copyright Paramania Reflex wings
37. s recovery characteristics change through out the trim range A spiral is a much safer more efficient way to get down Or simply use the speed bar S A Ts and helicopters The Fusion has proven very forgiving in these types of extreme manoeuvres however they most definitely require approved and proper pilot training Adverse flight reactions 15 FUS MAN UK 1 1 1 10 08 Copyright Paramania Written by Mike Campbell Jones Copyright Paramania Reflex wings Itd Cravats Despite the intensive testing that has taken place The Fusion is a modern wing and in the name of performance it has an efficient line configuration This means more gaps in between lines so always a possibility of a cravat this is when part of the canopy fabric makes its way between lines and jams after recovery from a major deflation either through severe turbulence or foolishly induced by the pilot Normally pumping the brakes unravels the wing if not then a sharp pull on the B s or D s usually does the job Stable stall When any wing has many hours or has been over loaded one of the first signs of degradation is a tendency towards stable stalling This may occur whilst exiting a high energy or advanced manoeuvre When a power unit is added it can even occur during a low airspeed take off usually when an over powerful engine relative to the pilot weight and wing loading is being flown It is also most likely on the slow speed trims Should you find yourself in thi
38. s situation In flight The quickest recovery is achieved by coming off the power if any give a short sharp pull on the brakes in unison followed immediately by a firm but even pull on both A s at once Or just the As if too low During take off ALWAYS ensure that your wing is definitely flying with enough air speed before opening the gas or pulling on any brakes during a launch If it does happen that you have managed to leave the ground but are not fully flying DO NOT add more power or more brakes but smoothly come off them If the wing does not accelerate just land Re assess the conditions as it may well be you are trying to climb out through a wind gradient Stalls and Spins If a glider stalls or spins it is usually because its pilot has applied too much brake to both or one side So is flying too slowly A stall is when both sides of the wing have insufficient airspeed to continue flying so stall A spin is when one side only is stalled So the wing starts to rotate around its centre axis Too much power to weight ratio does not help these situations simply ease the bakes up smoothly and come off the power to exit and regain flight Warning Stalling or spinning is common to all aircraft that take off or fly with insufficient air speed In addition the trust line on a paramotor is well below the wing so adding power adds to the problem Sometimes Pilots panic and apply more power or more brake this is definitely wrong Be a
39. sion Powerglider you have chosen to fly one of the safest aircraft of its type available Nevertheless in the final analysis any aircraft is only as safe as the pilot flying it and it is incumbent upon you to make sure that you have the reguired training and experience to make your own judgements about how where and when you fly Particular attention must be paid to the danger of injury to the pilot and bystanders from a rapidly rotating propeller which can break and inflict injury at some distance and the dangers inherent with flammable fuel and other combustible or fusible materials Paramotoring powered paragliding is a relatively new activity that is still evolving Should you have any doubts about the suitability of the wing for the type of flying you wish to practise or should you wish to extend your flying in other ways We recommend that you seek further guidance from your own instructors or direct from Paramania Under no circumstances should you attempt to copy the type of flying that may have been demonstrated to you or that appears on any video demonstration of the wing without first receiving proper aerobatics training from Instructors experienced in the use of this wing It is essential in order to achieve satisfactory performance that proper consideration is given to the matching this powerglider with a suitable harness motor and propeller While we can make recommendations the choice and suitability of any particular harness or
40. steady above you turn around apply power and take off As with forward launching the trim power brake relationship must be established for the best rate of climb and forward speed Hot Pilot tip Turning around will be much easier if you tilt the wing slightly over into the direction you are about to rotate into If at any time you are not happy with your launch you can simply abort by lowering the glider to the ground by using the rear or D risers Warning Many pilots particularly if they have been trained in Paragliding first get in the habit of using the brakes to abort or control their glider in windy conditions Experience has shown us that sooner or later they WILL put a hand back into a spinning propeller Always use the rear or D risers instead 11 FUS MAN UK 1 1 1 10 08 Copyright Paramania Written by Mike Campbell Jones Copyright Paramania Reflex wings Itd Points to Note gt This is a cross hands reverse launch You must master this technique before attempting it under power No amount of ground handling practice is enough Your local Paramotoring Paragliding School may also assist you here All control inputs should be smooth and progressive gt Don t attempt to take off if the canopy isn t roughly level overhead Dangerous oscillations may result if you apply full power with it off to one side gt Keep your undercarriage down until you are definitely flying gt The faster the trim setting
41. t starts to go off to one side move sideways and centre the wing If possible try maintain the direction of your launch If the wing starts to drop backwards increase to pressure on both A risers to help it up as you increase power try to maintain a constant angle with the motor and smooth power control Any sudden changes will alter your course because of the powerful gyroscopic and torque effects As the canopy comes up the resistance reduces Until this happens it is best to remain moving and looking in the launch direction whilst simply feeling the wing normally it will stabilize over your head without overshooting Only when you feel the resistance reduce is it a good time to check that your wing making sure it is nicely inflated and that there are no tangles or lines fouled however this must be done whilst on the move and without turning Allow your run to accelerate Feel for pressure on the brakes gently come down on them as required to steer or to increase lift for taking off If the canopy is so far off to the side or behind that it cannot be recovered kill the engine and abort the take off and reassess the launch conditions Note So many pilots try to look at the wing as its coming up in doing so they usually upset the launch this is because when looking they turn their body at the same time both changing the thrust line and asymmetrically twisting the risers 11 FUS MAN UK 1 1 1 10 08 Copyright Paramania Writt
42. till maintaining some built in Reflex pitch stability Depending on the conditions it can now be flown more actively with the pilots hands spending more time on the control toggles Its roll rate and tight turning circle are most impressive About CLE Composite leading edge system The fusion and the Taxi share our new Leading Edge technology The word composite describes 2 or more elements brought together to create a new material with desirable engineered properties Our latest light weight Leading Edges mix Dacron with Nylon66 which is strategically placed to work in compression The result is a unidirectional stiffness which holds inlets open and smoothes the Leading Edge whilst maintaining the flexibility designed to reduce the risk of cravats Launching is a totally new experience with this system Why the larger center sections fuselage There are 3 principal reasons 1 Structurally In general when paragliders are constructed with increased aspect ratio the centre chord of the wing becomes narrower so less ridged Increasing the volume and depth at the centre of the wing allows us to produce a wing with a higher aspect ratio whilst Keeping the same levels of stiffness as wing with less aspect ratio 2 Aerodynamically The larger centre cells behave as a wing strake or barrier This helps to control the span wise airflow This re aligns the airflow reducing induced drag and giving better directional stabilit
43. titudes Depending on the geometry of the set up of your power unit the propeller s torque effect may make itself felt as you leave the ground Expect it to turn you and if necessary steer against it in order to maintain your direction However when countering the torque effect during a steep climb on slower trim settings under a lot of power care must be taken to avoid the risk of stalling Because of the large vertical distance between the thrust line of the prop and the wing common to all Paramotors the extent of the power management required is critically dependent on your set up and flying ability 3 2 d In Flight handling The Fusion is an intermediate glider which has been designed to be fun and responsive Despite its lively feel the Fusion is remarkably forgiving in all areas of its flight envelope it basically seems to encourage pilots to have fun whilst providing a relatively safe playground It does have an exceptional roll rate the controls are light and responsive particularly on the slower trim settings We have noted that when pilots used to other wings fly it for the first time they often find themselves overcorrecting for at least their first half hour of flight whilst getting used to it As with any thing new we recommend that you get into it gently and don t rush give it time be smooth and concise with the controls and above all make sure when you start a turn finish it properly 19 FUS MAN UK 1 1 1 10 08 C
44. uction in self adhesive rip stop tape and 4 spare suspension lines looped at both ends and of the same length and thickness as your primary lines These may also be used to replace primary brake lines Damage beyond the scope of this kit to deal with and more major repairs that may be necessary to loaded parts of the wing s structure such as seams line attachments ribs risers leading and trailing edges etc should on NO account be carried out by anyone other than a Paramania accredited agent Paramania can accept no responsibility for repairs however minor carried out by anyone other than a Paramania accredited agent neither for any damage to the wing resulting from accident neglect negligence or abuse In all such cases any statutory rights and obligations of guarantee are automatically cancelled 4 4 Care and Maintenance of your Power Unit This manual refers only to your Fusion powerglider and any issues to do with the Power Pack you are using is beyond its remit Refer to the relevant literature for details of care maintenance servicing and repair concerning your motor and harness However we can offer advice if requested 4 5 Care and maintenance of the pilot A pilot has a huge responsibility and a pilot is also the most important part of a Paramotor aircraft It s a fact that most accidents happen purely through pilot error and are usually a result of several different error factors coming together It seems we should check ou
45. ut of reach of the pilot or for use when the toggle is in danger of contact with the propellor Trimmer adjustment cam Trim position markings Speed bar attachments for hook up SN Adjustable trimmer stop amp gathering loop Adjustable retainment trimmer buckle Allows for changing worn trimmer webbing N Neoprene protective sock 4 lt Cordura abrasion protection at riser attachment point 10 FUS MAN UK 1 1 1 10 08 Copyright Paramania Written by Mike Campbell Jones Copyright Paramania Reflex wings Itd Diagram FUS R 2 10 08 showing different trim positions and their effect on the wing section A amp e Slow trim setting Ideal take off and Manoeuvring Neutral trim setting Fully reflexed trim setting Flapped Reflex section trim position Introduction of more reflex Maximum pitch and roll D Thermalling best effect Dynamic handling and stability most efficient sink amp climb rate good cruise cruise speed hands free flight 9 j B A B A B A B C D A C D J g 7 Paraglider mama N N O soveilaasu 5 2 Lining Tables Below are lining diagrams amp tables The lines are configured so that most profile changes take place in the tertiary lines meaning that they are all different lengths This enables the secondary and primary lines to be more standard in lengths These are the lines most often damaged or in need of changing particularly when a
46. ware of the dangers and study your theory of flight All or the previously mentioned manoeuvres and recoveries from them are taught on SIV courses Contact a local instructor or paragliding club for more Information about SIV 3 5 Paramania s GOLDEN RULES Wing Motor Pilot Paramotoring so 3 primary elements linked as one Over last few years we have seen amazing advances in our technology wings and motors have come a long way But what of the pilots and their training is it advancing also Below is a list of sensible rules to help you keep safe By Mike Campbell Jones Always fly with 3 or more options at all times if you find yourself with less search for more right away You are at RISK this rule applies to the entire activity If you spot a problem no matter how small deal with it NOW Never rush anything take you time stay cool after all you are a pilot now Understand the theory of flight take the time to do this 75 of Paramotor accidents happen around propellers on the ground Have respect clear people away Shout CLEAR PROP to remind yourself also before you start your engine why not embarrassed or what e A 4 4 16 FUS MAN UK 1 1 1 10 08 Copyright Paramania Written by Mike Campbell Jones Copyright Paramania Reflex wings Itd 4 4 4 e gt e gt e gt 4 Don t be too shy or too proud to ask advice Understand the weather including micro m
47. y Note All birds and most aircraft have a central fuselage 3 A large center rib also provides a method of linking the lines from both sides giving faster inflation and improved launching characteristics because the pilot weight is transferred to both sides at once like cross bracing on a paragliding harness but installed as an integral part of the wing Why the center keel lines The Fusion has both sides of the wing linked through center keel lines M this allows a more Seen here the fusion has controlled weight shift movement from side to minimum distortion at the side So the pilot is able to transfer weight L without much deformation at the center of the a l wing In addition linking both sides dramatically improves tuck recovery as the pilots weight is always loaded on more than just half of the wing FUS MAN UK 1 1 1 10 08 Copyright Paramania Written by Mike Campbell Jones Copyright Paramania Reflex wings Itd About Reflex technology Paramania s design history and pioneering developments in Reflex technology since 1994 have given us the experience to devise wing sections and trimmer systems that allow a pilot to trim safely from Paraglider to Powerglider changing the shape of wings to match the reguirements of Paramotor flight Many wing manufacturers entering the paramotoring market claim different variations of the Reflex theme However for Paramania only one vital characteristic is i
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