Wingsuit User Manual
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1. Page 27 when performance matters g GA gi a www Phoenix Fly com A ese sissies Vampire 3 Wingsuit User Manual PHOENIX FLY Appendix B Notes for wingsuit BASE jumpers We strongly recommend you read the document Advice for starting Wingsuit BASE jumping The document is available on http www phoenix fly com http www blincmagazine com http www blincmagazine com cms article 427 shtml http www dropzone com http www dropzone com cgi bin safety detail page cgi ID 506 Page 28 when performance LE a www Phoenix Fly com Vampire 3 Wingsuit User Manual fi 8m Appendix C Using the leg pouch deployment system Please refer to the separate manual for the leg pouch pilot chute system available in the articles section of the Phoenix Fly website Page 29 when performance LE a gi em www Phoenix Fly com BM Las oh coin Vampire 3 Wingsuit User Manual PHOENIX FLY Appendix D Recommended Readinq Available on the Phoenix Fly website article section Wingsuit flying and Basic Aerodynamics 1 Wingsuit flying and Basic Aerodynamics 2 Advice for Starting Wingsuit BASE Leg Pouch Pilot Chute System Books for pilots who want to have more in depth understand of aerodynamics e Introduction to Flight John D Anderson Jr www mhhe com ISBN 0 07 116034 5 e www desktopaero com llan Kroo Applied Aerodynamics A Digital Textbook The following Internet sites e www dropzone com gt gt Win2. better flight control and steering The angle of the handle is designed to provide the optimum flight position Mesh lining on the inside of the torso area to improve comfort High grade materials and robust double stitching seam construction ensure a strong and long lasting product as used for canopy manufacture Main suit material 1 9 Oz Balloon ZP and parapack reinforced in the critical areas when performance h ti gi em www Phoenix Fly com BM Las oh coin Vampire 3 Wingsuit User Manual PHOENIX FLY mire oe Section 4 Recommended Experience Level amp Preparation for the V 3 The Vampire 3 is a high performance wingsuit it is NOT suitable for novice wingsuit pilots Phoenix Fly strongly recommends that pilots have a minimum of 50 wingsuit flights before trying the V 3 Phoenix Fly expects its customers to exercise common sense and seek advice from other experienced wingsuit pilots when selecting their wingsuit Make sure you are proficient with your current suit before upgrading Can you perform wingsuit exits flight and deployment without any problems Can you fly the suit near its maximum glide ratio with corresponding delays Can you perform basic aerobatics and back flying without problems Are you able to flock in a controlled manner and take grips lf you have any questions regarding the experience level required for the V 3 please contact us we will be happy to answer your questions in
3. 40mph your AAD will probably not fire your reserve if you are passing through the hard deck the Expert Cypress is set up for 36 m s about 125 km h although it should work in the case of unconsciousness Also some audible altimeters may not function properly at slow vertical airspeeds For these reasons it is very important to wear a visual altimeter and open at a proper altitude Wear your visual altimeter as far away from your body as possible We recommend wrist mounted altimeters for the most accurate reading Phoenix Fly Inc strongly recommends using AADs and audible altimeters Additional equipment Helmet goggles wrist altimeter and hook knife Electronic Altimeters like the Neptune from Alti 2 which can serve as both a visual audible altimeter and freefall computer can also be very useful for measuring your flight performance speed and freefall delay www alti2 com Page 23 when performance EE a gi em www Phoenix Fly com BM ash dicen Vampire 3 Wingsuit User Manual PHOENIX FLY Section 11 4 Exits For the first flights we strongly suggest that you exit from inside the aircraft head high and with your chest to the relative wind similar to an AFF level 1 exit To perform a good poised exit the most important thing is to have your wings closed arms tight to your body legs together for the first second that you are exposed to the relative wind Look up at the aircraft as you exit and arch slightly for stability Af
4. Malfunction Procedure KNOW the placement of your emergency handles and KNOW the emergency procedures for the gear that you are jumping The suit was designed to allow you freedom to reach and pull both emergency handles without restriction This means that you DO NOT need to cut away your wings first before using your emergency handles and therefore waste valuable time and altitude However to reach the toggles and risers of your reserve parachute you must either open the Zippers on your arms or cut away your wings If you are going to cutaway your main parachute and your arm wings are already undone either unzipped or cut away close your leg wing by putting your legs together before operating any of your handles Having your leg wing inflated may cause instability and turbulence which could interfere with your reserve deployment Page 16 when performance EE a gi em www Phoenix Fly com BP Lus in vibes Vampire 3 Wingsuit User Manual PHOENIX FLY Section 8 4 Water Landinqs We recommend you never fly over or near to large bodies of water In the case of an unavoidable water landing we recommend the following actions Deploy your canopy as high as possible to increase your preparation time lf time allows unzip both leg wing zips and stow the wing on the hip snappers Ensure that your arm wings are completely unzipped Disconnect your RSL Perform a normal straight into wind landing flare as usual as if the water surfa
5. Patrick de Gayardon Robert began working on a new wingsuit design His first design was revolutionary primarily in the field of safety The quick wing release system provided the wingsuit flyer with the option to quickly and safely detach the wings in case of an emergency thus enabling the jumper to continue his jump like a regular skydive by allowing complete movement of the arms Robert has since designed a number of improved wingsuit designs that have reached performance levels that until now were never thought to be possible Today Robert is reaching new heights with his new company Phoenix Fly The company has already launched the revolutionary PF tracking suit and the Prodigy Phantom Acro Ghost and Stealth wingsuits Phoenix Fly already has other new products in development that will continue to push the performance envelope for skydivers and BASE jumpers of all experience levels For information on the complete range of products and the latest news from Phoenix Fly please visit our website http www phoenix fly com The Phoenix has risen Page 5 When performance matters a f 2 www Phoenix Fly com L DA on esse ese Vampire 3 Wingsuit User Manual PHOENIX FLY Section 3 Features of your Vampire 3 wingsuit PHOENIX FLY proudly presents the VAMPIRE 3 wingsuit The Vampire 3 is the result of 9 years of continuous wing suit development W ou T j d ee E c es yo s d E m a Ke L sr T F n
6. 3 wingsuit retains the following proven features from the V 1 amp 2 e Semi rigid plastic ribs inside the leg wings e Integrated arm wing sleeve design Rigid wingtip grippers e Adjustable arm tension swoop cords e Low drag materials e Loop wing release handles with cover flap e Deep cut booties made from automotive grade leather e Leg Pilot Chute Pouch e Foam lining on arm sleeves and knee area e Sturdy 1 9 Oz Balloon ZP construction reinforced in the critical areas The Vampire 3 was designed with both BASE jumpers and skydivers in mind Whilst the focus of the Vampire 3 has been to improve glide performance the new arm wing design also improves the slow speed flying characteristics of the suit compared to its predecessors which will appeal to skydivers The V 3 offers the best performance available permitting longer flights both in terms distance and freefall time With the V 3 you will be able to fly longer distances from the plane or the mountain carving round cliff faces and clouds with speed and precision whether alone or racing with your friends Page 7 When performance matters a gi Em www Phoenix Fly com MP as iiu viii Vampire 3 Wingsuit User Manual PHOENIX FLY km birri riri Section 3 1 Main features of the PF Vampire 3 wingsuit are The Vampire 3 wingsuit builds on the highly successful Vampire 1 amp 2 wingsuits and has the following new features Larger a
7. be able to do it as 2 nature without any instability Page 15 when performance EE a gi em www Phoenix Fly com BM Las ih dip ik Vampire 3 Wingsuit User Manual PHOENIX FLY mire oe Section 8 Emergency Procedures Section 8 1 Wing Cutaway system The Phoenix Fly wing cutaway system was designed for use as a backup device Three reasons you may want to cut your wings away could be e You are unstable or not comfortable with your flight You can cut the wings away in freefall and bring your arms up into a box position e You need to get to your risers fast and do not have time to undo the zippers e You are unable to undo a zipper because it is jammed or broken To cut away the wings simply grab the cutaway handles peel the Velcro and pull them outwards and upwards towards your head Section 8 2 Uncontrollable Spins in Flight With a high performance suit like the V 3 it is possible to end up in a flat spin A collision or bad exit can in rare cases cause this to occur The corrective action is simple Pull your knees up to your chest and collapse your arm wings Once you see the ground open your arm wings to regain stability Once you are belly to earth and stable re open the leg wing Once you re flying re orient yourself to the DZ and continue the skydive lf the unlikely situation that this process does not work try cutting away your arm wings and assuming the box position to regain control Section 8 3
8. ce was the ground Cut away your main canopy Start swimming towards land If you are unable to unzip your leg wing we recommend you use your hook knife to cut your leg wing in two Swimming with the leg wing in place is nearly impossible even for strong swimmers Landing your parachute in water whilst wearing a wingsuit is extremely dangerous avoid this situation Page 17 when performance LE a gi em www Phoenix Fly com BM Las oh coin Vampire 3 Wingsuit User Manual PHOENIX FLY mire oe Section 9 Making A Flight Plan Section 9 1 Weather Conditions Because you can fly long distances with the suit make sure that the weather conditions allow you to have visual contact with the ground opening point at all times during your flight Remember that the same physical laws apply to you as to any non powered flyer You travel longer and faster in relation to the ground when you fly with the wind and the reverse happens when flying against the wind Section 9 2 Briefing your fellow jumpers pilots etc Before entering the aircraft you need to brief your fellow jumpers and the pilot about your wing suit flight Because your freefall time can be twice as long as conventional jumpers it is safest to exit last even after tandems and AFF groups Make sure the jump pilot is informed about your wing suit flight Section 9 3 Flight Path A motto that applies to all skydives Plan the dive dive the plan Refer to diagra
9. e front of the body Place your rig on the floor with the back pad facing up Lay the suit up on top of the rig as if you were actually wearing the suit and the rig Thread the leg straps in through the slots on the hips of the suit in between the arm wing and the body of the suit as shown in the photo ensure the leg straps are not twisted 5 Place the arm wings under the main lift webs of your rig and close the over the shoulder Zips ensuring the emergency handles are accessible and on the outside of the suit pp ae Thread the leg straps inside the suit When attaching your wingsuit the most important thing is to ensure that your emergency handles are NOT covered or obstructed in any way If you have any doubts DO NOT jump the suit and seek the advice of an experienced wingsuit pilot or rigger Ensure that your chest strap is tightened FULLY to ensure your emergency handles remain in the correct position Section 5 1 Separating the wingsuit from you rig To release your container from the suit simply undue both of the over shoulder zips and unthread the leg straps Page 12 when performance MEE e fa gi ER www Phoenix Fly com Vampire 3 Wingsuit User Manual PHOENIX FLY Section 5 2 Setting up the arm cut away system The assembly of the arm sleeve cut away system is simple and straight forward Attach each of the cut away handles on to the Velcro panel on the hips of the suit 1 inserting the end of the yello
10. es P i JN NM Our design objectives for the Phoenix Fly Vampire 3 wing suit were e to create a suit that enables you to fly as far and fast as possible glide ratio over 3 1 is expected for the best wing suit pilots e to increase lift and reduce drag to achieve the most efficient flight possible e to make the Vampire easier to fly with tailoring that encourages an efficient natural body position The Vampire 3 is a high performance suit optimized for glide distance High forward speed and precise control have helped make the Vampire the weapon of choice amongst experienced BASE wingsuit pilots The Vampire 3 wingsuit builds on the highly successful Vampire 1 amp 2 and has the following new features e Larger arm wing planform extending the chord line close to the body to increase lift e New arm inlet technology that offers fast solid pressurization at all angles of flight e Semi rigid arm wing leading edge Over the shoulder zip attachment makes assembly faster and simpler e New arm sleeve cut away system e Wider leg wing to provide stable high lift flight e Larger back deflector e Improved arm leg sleeve tailoring makes finding correct flying position more natural e Additional parapack panels to improve suit durability e Optional openings for belly cam attachment Page 6 When performance matters ya gi em www Phoenix Fly com BM Las oh coin Vampire 3 Wingsuit User Manual PHOENIX FLY The Vampire
11. est strap tightly e Close the arm zippers locking the zipper catch at the very end of the zipper Put the thumb cords in place around your thumb and OVER your altimeter ALWAYS REMEMBER to put on your leg straps Just because you can t see them doesn t mean you don t need them to save your life Failure to wear and fit your parachute harness correctly under the suit can lead to serious bodily injury and or death There have been two cases to date of skydivers forgetting their leg straps Fortunately the sturdy wingsuit construction proved sufficient to withstand the opening shock and support the jumper s weight under canopy hence saving the jumpers life BUT the wingsuit IS NOT DESIGNED FOR THIS PURPOSE and Phoenix Fly does not offer any guarantee that the suit is fit for this purpose Section 10 2 Pre Boarding checks Before getting on the aircraft e Make sure that your wings are correctly assembled and that the cutaway cables are correctly routed Ensure that emergency handles are in position and are not hindered or covered Fasten your chest strap securely Ensure that your leg straps are fastened and snug inside the suit Check that the arm zippers and thumb cords are in good condition Have someone give you a pin check Check that the BOC throw out pilot chute and handle are in the correct position Perform some practice pulls before you enter the aircraft to ensure that you can reach your pilot chute and that it is in the c
12. f Section 12 2 Materials and washing instructions The Vampire 3 is made from high grade materials such ZP Dacron and Mylar These materials were carefully selected to maximise the aerodynamic performance comfort and durability of this product To wash your wingsult Remove the cut away cables Hand wash in cool water 30 C 85 F Hang till dry DO NOT spin dry DO NOT iron Page 25 when performance EE a gi em www Phoenix Fly com P oasis dip Vampire 3 Wingsuit User Manual PHOENIX FLY mare Apini Conclusion The key to becoming a good wingsuit pilot is practice Seek advice from other pilots and keep experimenting Remember to listen to the relative wind and try to feel how the air is flowing over your body A new chapter in the history of wingsuit flying has only just begun The Phoenix Fly Team wishes you many happy amp long flights Page 26 when performance l a r1 e www Phoenix Fly com B as isit Vampire 3 Wingsuit User Manual CHEN YFLY Appendix A Contact details Phoenix Fly Robert Pecnik Ul Platana 2 10434 Strmec Croatia Phone 385 98 326 123 Phone Fax 385 16 346 964 info phoenix fly com http www phoenix fly com We are proud to use the following equipment http www basetroll com 4tti Ch A Son ACE RE D EEEL EES Ti n ll oh he http www baserigs com http www alti2 com
13. fi ES www Phoenix Fly com ths iii ii Vampire 3 Wingsuit User Manual PHOENIX FLY rManual Version 1 Oct 2008 Page 1 When performance matters aa gi em www Phoenix Fly com BM ash dicen Vampire 3 Wingsuit User Manual PHOENIX FLY Disclaimer The following information must be read and understood before any use of this equipment The user knows the risks of skydiving and accepts that Skydiving causes deaths and serious injuries Many of these deaths and injuries can be attributed to equipment malfunctions Skydiving equipment can fail even if the user takes all possible precautions Failure to open the main or reserve parachute or to follow emergency procedures at a safe altitude and or equipment failures can result in severe injury or death It is the user s responsibility to Receive proper training before any use of all skydiving equipment Be extremely careful and cautious Read and understand all owner s and operations manuals for all skydiving equipment Check all skydiving equipment and replace any defective or worn component prior to use Review emergency procedures before each use of this and all skydiving equipment Check equipment warnings do not exceed equipment limitations Never violate the training and experience requirements for the specific equipment in use Because of the unavoidable dangers involved in the use of this and all parachute equipment Phoenix Fly including but not limi
14. fo phoenix fly com Section 4 1 Recommended experience level for starting wingsuit flying Phoenix Fly recommends that skydivers who wish to start wingsuit flying are e An experienced current and licensed skydiver e With 500 or more freefall skydives if intending to learn to fly a wingsuit on his her own e Ora minimum of 200 jumps within 18 months if a jumper is to receive one on one training from an experienced wingsuit pilot e More important than jump numbers are the individual skills and approach of the skydiver Jumpers who have excellent tracking skills and the ability to judge their position and altitude over the ground at all times will make good wingsuit pilots It is critical the jumper feels comfortable in the suit not restricted by the suit material in anyway and feels confident they can safely perform the drills required for the wingsuit flight e Start off with a low performance wingsuit such as the Prodigy and gradually upsize your wings with experience Page 11 when performance EE a eS www Phoenix Fly com tl EE Vampire 3 Wingsuit User Manual PHOENIX FLY Section 5 Setting Up Your Vampire 3 The process required to attach the Vampire 3 is different to that from previous Phoenix Fly suits The traditional side of body tab cable has been moved to the arm sleeves and the rig attaches to the suit via two zips on the shoulders of the suit To start off Open the two over the shoulder zips and also the two zips on th
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16. have a flight plan before you enter the aircraft Not having a plan is the first link in the chain of events that could lead to an incident report Open upwind of your landing area This gives you a higher chance of making the LZ regardless of the wind conditions at opening altitude Also in the event of a cutaway your canopy should land closer to the LZ Example Flight Plan Down wind Opening point p Landing area Normal skydivers in freefall under canopy UO E z 7 n O l O Jump run direction Page 19 when performance LEE a gi eB www Phoenix Fly com BM Las oh coin Vampire 3 Wingsuit User Manual PHOENIX FLY mire oe Section 10 Pre Flight Checks Section 10 1 Putting on your Vampire 3 wingsuit e With the rig suit on the ground slide yourself feet first into your leg straps and through the legs of the suit ensuring that the leg straps aren t twisted e Bring the suit and rig over your shoulders You will soon develop a quick and easy technique e Tighten your legs straps as if you were in freefall e Position the booties completely over the toe of your shoe and close the leg zippers be careful not to catch any of your pant trouser material in the zip OR leg hair if you are wearing shorts e Secure the zipper with the snaps e Close the zippers on the chest of the suit Get into the routine that whenever your suit is zipped up your leg straps are tightened e Fasten your ch
17. ine twists Since your canopy will come off your back at a 45 angle you should keep your legs FULLY EXTENDED while you pull While learning to fly the wing suit start your wave off and pull sequence higher than normal We recommend 5000 to start Here is how your wave off and pull sequence should go e ap your feet three times On the third tap keep your legs together and arch slightly e Symmetrically bring both your arms in for the pull Your legs should remain straight and closed the entire time to decrease the burble and to ensure that your feet and leg wing don t interfere with the deploying canopy e Throw your pilot chute vigorously and symmetrically in to clean air e Close your arm wings once you have released your pilot chute to decrease the burble During the pull you should keep your legs extended even when you close them be symmetrical and throw your pilot chute vigorously Section 7 3 After the Pull post deployment Once your canopy has inflated unzip the arm zippers all the way up so that your arms are completely free to reach the risers and toggles Once the you have secured the airspace around you unsnap and unzip your booties Stow the leg wing on the snappers so that the wing will not drag on the ground during landing Section 7 4 Advanced technique An experienced pilot could choose to perform a barrel roll prior to wave off to check their airspace 10096 Obviously any pilot who performs this manoeuvre must
18. ld be your shoulder joints and tail of the leg wing You can adjust the flight angle by using your torso and hips To achieve maximum glide you will have to fly with a steeper head low angle resulting in increased forward speed If you want to slow fall and make a super long delay your angle will be more head high The winglet grippers also allow you fine control over your pitch angle try holding them lightly between forefinger and thumb and experiment with different positions For turns simply look where you want to go and make small movements as large movements may result in a steep dive or instability Turns can be achieved with any part of the wingsuit legs hip shoulders feet etc try experimenting Page 14 when performance EE a gi em www Phoenix Fly com BM Las ih dip ik Vampire 3 Wingsuit User Manual PHOENIX FLY mire oe Section 7 Deployment Procedures Section 7 1 Wave off Since you cannot use your arms to wave off you have to wave off with your legs Click your legs together three times while watching the airspace around you so that anyone near you can see your intention to pull Section 7 2 Pull deployment The most critical portion of your wingsuit flight is the pull The huge burble behind you caused by your large wings and your forward speed could cause a pilot chute hesitation resulting in line twists An asymmetrical body position could cause you to become unstable and can also lead to l
19. le ask your local rigger about the possibility to extend your existing bridle A longer wingsuit bridle will not have any detrimental effects when used for normal skydives Phoenix Fly strongly recommends that wingsuit pilots DO NOT deploy their canopy from full flight i e with significant forward speed as this can result in serious injury and damage to your wingsuit and parachute equipment as a result of hard opening Page 22 when performance EE a gi em www Phoenix Fly com BM Las oh coin Vampire 3 Wingsuit User Manual PHOENIX FLY lf the user decides to ignore Phoenix Fly s warnings about deploying from full flight the user takes full responsibility for the consequences of such a manoeuvre The following equipment changes may help avoid pilot chute hesitation and bag rotation problems in this scenario BUT hard openings are still a likely result e Along wingsuit bridle 9 270cm e Acontainer with dynamic corners or open corners e Packing the deployment bag with the grommet at the bottom of the tray with dynamic corners e For BASE it is common to use 36 38 PC with standard BASE bridle depending on canopy size Rolling the nose and direct slider control may also be beneficial If in doubt consult an experienced jumper or rigger Section 11 3 Phoenix Fly suit with AADs and audible altimeters Because it is possible to achieve very slow vertical speeds with the Phoenix Fly wingsuit averaging just 70 km h or
20. m below for an example flight path the plan you choose to follow will depend on various factors i e The run in direction The wind direction Relative position of landing area to exit point Air space considerations other air traffic for example gliders or light aircraft DZO preference Ground obstacles NOTE Avoid flying over or near to large bodies of water Of course you can correct your plan in freefall if needs be for example if you see the tail wind is stronger than you expected on your down wind leg you will make more distance then you planned and could choose to turn back towards the LZ earlier The main considerations for any flight plan Upon exit fly 90 off the line of flight perpendicular to it How long you fly perpendicular to the line of flight depends on your spot Keep your eyes on the DZ when the time is right turn 90 towards the DZ and fly parallel to the line of flight Your horizontal speed can exceed 100 mph so know where you are and know where others are at all times Page 18 when performance EE a gi em www Phoenix Fly com ee Vampire 3 Wingsuit User Manual PHOENIX FLY Never fly across or near the line of flight There could be high canopies e g tandems or students that pose a collision risk If a wingsuit flyer choices to deploy close to the flight line and then experiences a canopy malfunction and subsequent reserve ride he may invade the airspace of the other skydivers Always
21. nd cut away handles are located Take some time to study the suit construction on the ground Section 11 1 Practice It is necessary to practice the exit flight pull and emergency procedures on the ground before you do your first flight It is very important you have read and understood this manual completely before the first flight Section 11 2 Equipment Because of the large burble behind your back and the fact that the wings restrict the freedom of your arms there are a few things to consider with regards to your equipment The main canopy should be relatively docile Do not use any kind of canopy that you feel uncomfortable or unfamiliar with Remember that you need time if you want to free your arms before dealing with a malfunction DO NOT use a pull out pilot chute DO NOT use a bungee type collapsible pilot chute DO NOT use a leg strap mounted pilot chute We recommend not to use pilot chutes with hackey handles DO NOT use a ripcord and spring loaded pilot chute Use only a BOC throw out pilot chute with the wing suit exception for leg pouch Use a standard length bridle with the deployment bag packed in the normal orientation Normal freefall pilot chute size depends on canopy size If you intend to perform many wingsuit skydives Phoenix Fly advises that you fit a longer bridle standard bridles are usually 7 210cm in length wingsuit bridles are around 9 270cm It is not always necessary to purchase a new brid
22. orrect position To do so touch your pilot chute handle with your right hand while bringing your left arm in symmetrically and closing your leg wing Page 20 When performance LE A gi em www Phoenix Fly com BB Las io cite Vampire 3 Wingsuit User Manual PHOENIX FLY After your practice pulls rehearse getting out of your wings One at a time open both of your arm zippers with a controlled rapid movement Unzip to the top of your shoulders for full range of motion Simulate reaching the risers Repeat this until you feel comfortable with the procedure Section 10 3 Prepare for flight Depending on your jump aircraft you may choose to fit your leg wing after boarding We recommend you do so as soon as you are on board arm wings can be left undone until you receive the 2 minute call prior to exit REMEMBER TO CHECK THE THREE 3 s 3 straps both leg straps and chest strap 3 handles reserve cut away and PC handle 3 rings check the correct assembly of your 3 ring circus Page 21 when performance LE a gi em www Phoenix Fly com BM Las oh coin Vampire 3 Wingsuit User Manual PHOENIX FLY mire oe Section 11 Maiden Flight Before you jump you V 3 for the first time make sure that you are current performing some normal skydives and wingsuit flights with your present lower performance wingsuit Wear the suit on the ground to get used to new arm and leg stance Pay particular attention to learn where the zippers a
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24. rating the wingsuit from the rig 5 2 Setting up the armwing cut away system Body Position for the Vampire 3 14 Deployment Procedures 15 7 1 Wave off 7 2 Pull deployment 7 3 After the Pull post deployment 7 4 Advanced technique 8 Emergency Procedures 16 17 8 1 Wing Cutaway system 8 2 Uncontrollable Spins in Flight 8 3 Malfunction Procedure 8 4 Water Landings 9 Making A Flight Plan 18 19 9 1 Weather Conditions 9 2 Briefing your fellow jumpers pilots etc 9 3 Flight Path 10 Pre Flight Checks 20 21 10 1 Putting on your Vampire 3 wingsuit 10 2 Pre Boarding checks 10 3 Prepare for flight 11 Maiden Flight 22 24 11 1 Practice 11 2 Equipment 11 3 Phoenix Fly suit with AADs and audible altimeters 11 4 Exits 11 5 Exercises for first flight 12 Taking Care of your Vampire 3 25 12 1 Storing you Vampire 3 12 2 Materials and washing instructions Conclusion 26 Appendix A Contact Information 8 Partners 27 Appendix B Notes for wingsuit BASE Jumpers 28 Appendix C Using the leg pouch deployment system 29 Appendix D Recommended reading 30 Appendix E A brief history of wingsuit flying 31 Page 3 when performance matters a gi em www Phoenix Fly com BP Las in vibes Vampire 3 Wingsuit User Manual PHOENIX FLY Section 1 How to use this manual We know you are excited to receive your new Vampire 3 wingsuit and will most likely be wearing it now as you read this manual after alread
25. rm wing planform extending the chord line close to the body to increase lift New arm inlet technology that offers fast solid pressurization at all angles of flight Over the shoulder zip attachment makes assembly faster and simpler New arm sleeve cut away system Page 8 when performance matters ya gi ER www Phoenix Fly com aie iii dinasti Vampire 3 Wingsuit User Manual PHOENIX FLY km birri riri Improved leg sleeve tailoring improves the fit and comfort The Vampire 3 retains the following proven features of the original Vampire Wider leg wing to provide stable high lift flight Larger back deflector improves airflow over the back of the suit Optional openings for belly cam attachment Additional parapack panels to improve suit durability Rus When performance matters 42 a www Phoenix Fly com indio disi isit Vampire 3 Wingsuit User Manual PHOENIX FLY km birri riri Semi rigid arm wing leading edge inserts improve aerodynamic properties of the arm wing Semi rigid plastic reinforcing ribs inside leg wing help maintain the proper airfoil shape in order to provide better flight efficiency The ribs are stitched directly to the rib through entire length of the wings Rigid wingtip grippers The main purpose of the grippers is to further increase the span and width of arm wings and to allow
26. ted to all owners officers staff and employees makes no warranties of any kind expressed or implied It is sold with all faults and without any warranty of fitness for any purpose By using this equipment or allowing it to be used by others owner buyer waives any liability of Phoenix Fly for personal injuries death or damages from such use Any promises or representations inconsistent with or in addition to this statement of warranty are not authorized by Phoenix Fly and shall be not binding If any customer of Phoenix Fly suit declines to waive liability on the part of the manufacturer or authorized Phoenix Fly dealer the customer may have a full refund of the purchase price by returning the wing suit before it is used Return the suit to the manufacturer or authorized dealer within 21 days from the original date of purchase Skydiving and wingsuit flying are high risk activities which may cause or result in serious injury or death DO NOT attempt to land a wing suit without a fully inflated parachute Page 2 When performance matters a gi em www Phoenix Fly com EP Vampire 3 Wingsuit User Manual pene Sections Pages How to use this manual 4 Introducing Phoenix Fly 5 6 Features of your Vampire 3 wingsuit 3 1 Main features of the PF Vampire 3 wingsuit are 4 Recommended Experience Level amp Preparation 11 4 1 Recommended experience level for starting wingsuit flying 5 Setting Up Your Vampire 3 12 13 5 1 Sepa
27. ter you have safely cleared the aircraft spread your wings both arms and legs all at the same time symmetrically and start your flight It is important to clear the aircraft before spreading your wings If you fail to clear the aircraft you risk having an unstable exit as well as hitting the aircraft body or tail resulting in severe injuries to you and damage to the aircraft Section 11 5 Exercises for first flight The focus of your first few flights on the V 3 must be on safety and not performance Perform a solo wingsuit flight Make a nice stable exit Slowly extend the wings Turn 90 degrees to the jump run Perform 3 practice pulls Fly a normal pattern and pull higher than usual Once you are feeling comfortable with the suit you can start to work on finding the sweet spot and maxing the suit out for time and glide Page 24 when performance EE a gi em www Phoenix Fly com BM Las oh coin Vampire 3 Wingsuit User Manual PHOENIX FLY Section 12 Taking care of your Vampire 3 Section 12 1 Storing you Vampire 3 REMEMBER the V 3 contains semi rigid components Always fold and store the suit carefully so as not to damage the wing stiffeners or wingtip grippers Don t leave your suit in direct sunlight for prolonged periods The UV rays in sunlight will fade the colors and reduce the lifespan of your suit As applies to all parachuting equipment Do not make repairs or modifications to this wingsuit by yoursel
28. w cable into the channel above the Velcro 2 Thread the yellow cables upwards until the end comes out of the small hole next to first wing tab closest to body 3 Thread the cable through all the wing and body tabs alternately and stow the end of the cable in the channel on the palm chord It is prudent to clean and lubricate your cables periodically as dirt and contaminants can significantly increase the pull force required to operate the cut away system Attaching the arm sleeve cut away system Page 13 when performance E fa gi em www Phoenix Fly com BM Las oh coin Vampire 3 Wingsuit User Manual PHOENIX FLY Section 6 Body position required for the Vampire 3 The body position required to fly the V 3 is similar to that required for the other designs by Robert Pecnik e g the V 1 and Skyflyer Every person finds their own individual flying position A position that works great for one person may not work for somebody else due to the variables of weight size and height Some general guidelines are Open your wings fully and fly with your arms and legs extended while still feeling relaxed Your spine should be straight neither arched nor de arched Open your arm wings as wide as possible and push your shoulders forwards slightly Trying pushing your hips butt up slightly For the best performance keep your head and neck in line with you spine look with your eyes e n flight the lowest points of your body shou
29. y doing a few test flights around your home and receiving strange looks from your family Please take time to read this manual completely it makes great restroom reading You will learn about How to assemble and safely use your a The great new features of your p d How to get the most out of your Ld LL E at by PHOENIX How to take care of your l WARNING PHOENIX FLY VAMPIRE 3 WINGSUIT USER MANUAL This manual is not a course of instruction on how to make a parachute jump fly a wing suit nor does it contain regulations that govern sport parachuting and related activities Page 4 when performance matters a gi em www Phoenix Fly com BM Las oh coin Vampire 3 Wingsuit User Manual PHOENIX FLY Section 2 Introducing Phoenix Fly Phoenix Fly is a cutting edge new company dedicated to the design development and production of skydiving BASE and sport garments Pants jackets etc Phoenix Fly s main goal is the production of state of the art high performance wingsuits for skydiving and BASE jumping The product line includes tracking pants jackets and other accessories for skydiving and BASE The founder of Phoenix Fly is Robert Pecnik the designer of the first commercial wingsuit and co founder of Bird Man International Inc Robert started his skydiving career in Zagreb Croatia in 1982 Since his early skydiving days he has produced and tailored a number of RW suits In 1997 inspired by the late
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