SUP’AIR EONA User manual

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EONA glider user’s manual
User’s manual
SUP’AIR - VLD
34 rue Adrastée
Parc Altaïs
74650 Annecy - Chavanod
FRANCE
45°54.024’N / 06°04.725’E
English
Revision index : 24/03/2015
EN-A GLIDER

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Thank you for choosing to fly our EONA to
paraglide with. We are delighted to have
you on-board to share our passion for para-
gliding.
SUP’AIR has been designing producing
and selling accessories for free flying acti-
vities since 1984. By choosing a SUP’AIR pro-
duct you benefit from almost thirty years of
expertise, innovation and customer care.
We pride ourselves for our work ethics and
customer care.
We hope you will find this user’s manual
comprehensive, explicit and hopefully en-
joyable as well. We advise you to read it
carefully.
You will find the latest information and
updates on this product on our website :
www.supair.com. If however you have any
further questions, do not hesitate to ask one
of our dealers.
Naturally the entire SUP'AIR team remains at
your disposal at [e-mail]
We wish you many safe and enjoyable
flying hours and happy landings.
Team SUP’AIR

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Introduction 4
Technical specifications 5
Equipment overview 6
Connecting the glider 7
Pre-flight preparation 9
Take-off 10
Flight characteristics 11
End of the flight 12
Specific practices 12
Fast descents 13
Flight incidents 15
Line layout 16
Materials 17
Measurement table 18
Certificates 22
Maintenance 25
Mandatory checks 26
Warranty 26
Disclaimer 26
Pilot equipment 26
Complementary equipment / Accessories 27
Contents

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Introduction
Advice Caution ! Danger !!
Welcome to the world of free flying : a shared world of passion.
The EONA wing is a glider meeting all the students and instructors requirements. It was designed for both intensive schooling and private
use while providing great inflight comfort all along the pilot's progression curve. The well though out design and choice of materials were
guided by the same quality and longevity objectives.
The EONA glider is EN EN 926 -1 : 2006 & 926 - 2 : 2013 Classe A. Certified.
Meaning that this paragliding wing has a maximal passive safety margin built-in in addition to being forgiving and collapse resistant in
turbulent aerology.
It is naturally adapted to all flying levels including beginner pilots.
It can be used with most harnesses found on the market today. For better inflight comfort and sensations we will advise you to choose
the SUP'AIR progression harness models.
After reading this manual we advise you to inflate & check your wing on a training hill first.
N.B. : The following three icons will help you to read this manual.

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Technical data
Glider EONA XS S M L
Cell number 41 41 41 41
Flat surface area (m²) 20 23 26.5 29.45
Span (m)9.8 10.51 11.28 11.89
Chord (m)2.48 2.66 2.86 3.01
Flat Aspect Ratio 4.8 4.8 4.8 4.8
Projected surface area (m²) 16.98 19.53 22.50 25.00
Projected span (m) 7. 71 8.27 8.88 9.36
Projected aspect ratio 3.5 3.5 3.5 3.5
Glider weight (kg) 4.5 4.8 5.1 5.5
In-flight weight range (kg) 50-73 65 - 85 80 -105 100 - 130
Trim speed (km/h) 38
Max. speed (km/h) 49
Certification EN A EN A EN A EN A
Riser number. 3 3 3 3
Trimmer no no no no
Colour code SPRING
Colour code WINTER Colour code SUMMER

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Equipment overview
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13
Riser hook-up loop
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15
16
1Leading edge
2Trailing edge
3
Stabilizer
4
5
A riser
6
B riser
7
C riser
10
Brake handle
9
Brake line
11
12
Brake holding guide
A' riser (for big ears)
12
3
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
Intrados
Extrados
14
« Ears » kit
BIRD 100 lt. capacity carrying rucksack.
Accelerator/Speedbar.
Accelerator/Speedbar Split-hook.
Accelerator/Speedbar bar.
Inner bag.
17
18
19
Pocket with repair kit.
20
17
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Connecting the glider
Opening the wing
Without twisting the risers, connect them to the harness connection loops using the self-
locking carabiners.
Check for the risers to be properly positioned and untwisted. The "A" risers must be loca-
ted at the front and facing the flight direction( see schematic ).
Lastly, check for the main self-locking carabiners to be fully closed and locked in place.
Risers
Self-locking
Carabiners
Harness : Flight direction
Choosing an adapted harness.
It is advised to adjust the harness's chest strap width based on your wing size :
38 cm for an EONA size XS
40 cm for an EONA size S
42 cm for an EONA size M
44 cm for an EONA size
Install the accelerator according to your harness manu-
facturer's recommendations.
Connect it to the wing using the split hooks.
Once the accelerator/speedbar is connected, adjust
its length according to your measurements. For correct
use, there must not be any tension at the split-hook
level when the accelerator/speedbar line is relaxed.
Red : left riser
Green :
right riser
Choose a flat or lightly angled training hill without obstacles or wind.
Open your wing and arrange it in a crescent shape.
Check the fabric and the lines for any sign of wear or damage. Check for the links
connecting the lines to the risers to be fully closed. Identify, separate and arrange the
A,B.C, risers as well as the brake lines neatly. Knots or tangles can not be present.
The EONA glider was certified EN A with a EN1651 & LTF certified harness and hence can
be flown with most harnesses models found on the market today. We wil advise you to
choose a EN1651 and or LTF certified harness with a built-in dorsal protection system.
Connecting the wing to the harness.
Harness chest strap spacing
Installing the accelerator

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Brake line length fisherman's knot
Connecting the glider
Margin
Be certain to adjust and leave a small amount of
line slack to keep steering toggle play, prevent wing
profile deformation and hinder the accelerator func-
tionality.
During acceleration, the glider's trailing edge must
not be deformed.
If you modify the original default setting, have it
inspected and approved by a professional before
flying..
The default factory maximum brake line length is :
72 cm
Brake line lengths are set at the factory to allow
optimal glider control. However, if they do not suit you
they can be adjusted to your liking.
We will advise using a fisherman’s knot and to keep
your length changes to a minimum (approx 5cm
maximum).

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PRE-FLIGHT PREPARATION
Unfold the glider and place it on its upper surface in an arc.
Separate the A,B,C risers and the brakes, be certain for the risers and lines not to have any twists or knots or be hooked to a branch,
stone etc...
The EONA glider was designed to help new pilots with their progression. To discover your new wing, we will advise you to conduct your
first small flights in calm conditions on a school training hill or a familiar site you are used to flying with your own harness.
Caution !
It vital to conduct a thorough pre-flight check and have the harness properly connected to the glider prior each takeoff.
Run through the following procedure prior each takeoff:
- harness or carabiners do not show signs of wear and tear.
- the reserve parachute container is correctly closed and that the handle is in the correct position
- your personal settings have not been changed
- The wing is properly connected to the risers with all links securely tightened and locked in place.
- The wing is properly connected to the harness without any riser twist.
- You are securely connected to the harness with the leg and chest strap buckles closed, self-locking carabiners locked.
- Your are wearing your helmet and it is properly fastened.

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Take-off
The design team has strived to produce a wing with optimum inflating abilities in all flyable conditions. Whether it be in light or high
winds you will enjoy its docile behavior while launching. However before the first flight, practice ground-handling to become familiar
with your new glider. It is possible to inflate in a front- or reversed-launch method.
Forward launch
To inflate the glider grab the upper ends of the "A" risers with your hands and progressively move foreward guiding the glider
upward. Once the wing is flying overhead, apply brakes as necessary, look up and perform a visual check before accelerating to
take off.
Reverse launch
If the wind speed is sustained and permits it, we will advise you to use a reversed inflation method more adapted to conduct a better
visual check. Face the wing and grab the "A" risers. With a light pull and adapted rearward walking motion, inflate your wing. Once
the glider is stable overhead, turn around, look up once more to check that all is ok. before running down the slope and takeoff. Note:
it is not necessary to use the "A" risers to inflate the wing.
Caution !
Before take-off, ensure for the airspace to be clear in front, around and above you with weather conditions matching your flying skill
level..

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FLIGHT CARACTERISTICS
Here are a few tips to take advantage of your EONA wing's performance in flight:
Flying « hands up » will provide the best glide ratio in nil wind.
Using the accelerator/speedbar.
« Hands up » speed or trim speed
Piloting without the toggles/brakes.
According to the EN A norm, the EONA glider was designed to be stable throughout its speed range.
Accelerated, the wing becomes more sensitive to turbulence. If you sense a glider internal pressure decrease while pushing on the
accelerator; lessen the speedbar tension to bring it back to its neutral default setting while slightly applying a small amount of brake
by pulling the hand toggles and prevent a possible leading edge frontal collapse.
The accelerator/speedbar length travel is: 13 cm.
If for whatever reason, the toogles/brakes are no longer available, you will need to pilot your wing using the harness and "C" risers
instead. Beware not to overcontrol the glider to limit the risk of experiencing a possible stall.
To land, let your wing glide for as long as possible before applying a full braking motion. Braking using the "C" risers is not as efficient
as using the toggles and could bring a more energetic landing than normal.
Turns
To make your glider turn efficiently, and only after checking that the space below you is clear and safe to land on, weight shift toward
the inside of the turn and progressively pull your brake/toggle on the same side until the desired turning angle is reached. The turning
speed and radius can also be adjusted by using the other brake/toggle controlling the upper half side of the wing. If flying at low
speed, begin your turn by raising your hand on the upper and external side of the turn to prevent a possible flat-turn or twisted turn
on the vertical axis.

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Specific usage
End of the flight
The EONA wing can be towed up. Fly only with certified gear operated by qualified personal and only after taking a towing clinic. The
towing force must correspond to the weight of the equipment, and the pulling sequence can only start when the wing is fully inflated
and stable over the pilot's head.
Towing
The EONA wing was not designed to enter aerobatic maneuvers. We highly discourage its use for this type of flying.
Aerobatics
Be certain to always have enough altitude for a safe landing before approaching the chosen Landing Zone ( PTU, PTS, etc...). Never
make aggressive maneuvers close to the ground. Always land into the wind ( upwind ), standing up and ready to run to a stop if
necessary. Make your landing approach with maximum air speed if possible depending on the weather conditions of the moment,
then progressively brake to slow the glider to a final touchdown. Beware not to brake too much, too soon and too rapidly to prevent a
possible stall and hard landing.
In case of a landing in sustained higher wind speeds, you will need to quickly turnaround, face the wing, move forward while braking
down symmetrically. You can equally pull the "C" risers down to deflate the glider and bring it to the ground.
Landing
Fold each side of your wing in an accordion-like shape. Stack-up the leading edge reinforcements on top of one another.
Bring one side of the glider over the other while keeping the leading edge reinforcements flat. Roll the wing on itself, starting from the
leading edge toward the trailing edge. During the entire packing procedure, do not bend the leading edge's reinforcements.
Folding
The EONA wing was not designed for tandem flying.
Tandem

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FAST DESCENTS
The following techniques should only be used in emergencies and require prior training to be safely conducted. Appropriate analysis
and anticipation of the conditions will often prevent the need to use fast descent techniques. We will advise you to practice in still air
and preferably above water.
Big Ears
Pulling "ears" increases the glider sink rate. We do not recommend the use of big ears close to the ground
In order to pull "ears", grab the specific riser (outer "A" riser) while keeping the toggles in hands and lowering them until the win tips
collapse. It is preferable to collapse one side after the other and not simultaneously in order to prevent an eventual frontal collapse.
Once the "Ears" are folded and stabilized, we will recommend using the accelerator/speedbar to regain your initial air speed.
To reopen the "Ears", bring the accelerator/speedbar back to its neutral default setting, then let go the risers symmetrically. You can
pump the brake/toggles on either side of the wing to facilitate its reopening sequence.

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Fast descents
360° spiral dives
To begin a spiral dive make sure the air space is clear around and below you, then lean toward the chosen side while gradually
applying brake/toggle pressure on that side. The wing will gradually accelerate before entering a full spiral dive. You may use the
outer/upper toggle to manage your sink rate.
In order to exit the rotation, get back to a neutral (centered) position in the harness and gradually release the inside brake. You need
to keep the glider in a turn as it decelerates in order to limit the surge while exiting the spiral. If your exit is too radical the glider will
surge aggressively and experience a substantial dive to be immediately controlled.. Gradually slowing down the rotation with the
outside and upper brake will allow you to exit the spiral in a controlled manner.
DANGER This manœuvre places a lot of stress on the glider. The high speed and "G" force might be disorientating and, in
extreme cases, cause you a temporary loss of consciousness. Practice this maneuver gradually with ample space around
and below you.
This technique is usually physically demanding and will provoke a parachutal wing configuration and hence wing control will be dimi-
nished.
Loosing altitude using the "B" risers is done by grabbing the risers at the metal links level and applying a symmetrical downward verti-
cal pull until the wing's profile is deformed. This maneuver can be maintained to increase the wing's sink rate.
To regain a normal flying configuration, bring your hands up progressively to the "A" risers red markers, then let go the "B" risers alto-
gether. The wing will experience a moderate surge forward which will need to be instantly neutralized and controlled.
B-line stall
Conforming to the EN A, the EONA glider does not show any tendency to stay in a locked spiral configuration and will return by itself to
a normal flying angle in less than two full rotations when the toggles/brakes are brought back up.
To prevent stressing we do not recommend combining spiral dives with "Ears".

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Flight incidents
Parachutal stall
Spin / asymetric stall
Even though this configuration only rarely occurs, you may find yourself in a situation called "parachutal stall " where the glider des-
cends vertically with no forward motion. If it happens, release the brakes/toggles fully and trims symmetrically. You might also need
to push forward on the "A" risers. Make sure you regained a normal flight configuration before proceeding with brake/toggle usage
again.
Stall
This technique is not recommended as it requires intense physical impute. It is not a safe descent technique.
A spin will only occur because of a piloting error. If so, release the brake fully on the stalled side and be certain to keep the glider in
check during the ensuing dive and reopening sequence.
Asymmetric collapses
Any paraglider may occasionally collapse due to turbulence or a piloting error. In the event of an asymmetric collapse your priority
must be to stay clear of the terrain and regain level flight. It is done by via of weight shifting toward the open side and if necessary,
support the action by applying an appropriate amount of brake on the same side.
If the collapsed side does not automatically reopen then pump the collapse side deeply and repetitively to repressurize the deflated
wing tip. Repeat if necessary until full reinflation is successful. In the event of a “cravat” (where the wing tip is snagged between the
lines) you may use the "ears" technique described above by pulling on the tangled line in order to release the wingtip.
Front collapses
During a front collapse according to the certification standard the glider is designed to reopen on its own. make sure you do not
brake to facilitate the return to a normal flight.

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LINE LAYOUT DIAGRAM

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Materials
Fabrics Producer Reference
Outer surface Porcher Sport Skytex 38 Universal – 9017E25
Inner Surface Porcher Sport Skytex 38 Universal – 9017E25
Supported ribs Dominico tex Dominico 30D hard finish
Compression straps and D ribs Dominico tex Dominico 30D hard finish
Unsupported ribs Dominico tex Dominico 30D hard finish
Rib reinforcements Porcher Sport SR 170
Main lines Producer Reference
Top cascade Liros DSL 70
Upper middle cascade Liros PPSL 160 / PPSL 120
Lower cascade Edelrid A7343-280
Stabilo lines Producer Reference
Top cascade Liros DSL 70
Middle cascade Liros DSL 70
Lower cascade Edelrid A6843-160
Brake lines Producer Reference
Top cascade Liros DSL 70
Upper middle cascade Liros PPSL 120
Lower middle cascade Liros PPSL 160
Lower cascade Edelrid 785ox - 240
Mailons Peguet MAILLON RAPIDE DELTA INOX 3.5MM

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Maintenance sheet.
EONA glider
Size XS
Line Check Maintenance Sheet
A B C D Frein
Centre 1 5667 5590 5655 5771 6400
25618 5542 5605 5719 6218
35610 5533 5594 5707 6097
45640 5562 5627 5741 6084
55636 5547 5591 5702 5943
65594 5509 5552 5657 5874
75588 5510 5556 5651 5855
85578 5504 5553 5647 5892
95629 5558 5614 5 711 5832
10 5477 5501 5533 5606 5799
11 5402 5436 5475 5543 5871
12 5368 5412 5460 5521 5861
13 5 314 5369 5426
14 5268 5331 5397
15 5262 5326 5400
Stabilizers 16 5084 5055 513 3
Wingtip 17 4971 4996 5036 5130
Tolerance: 10 mm.
Riser length : 460mm Tolerance: +/- 5mm

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Measurement table
EONA glider
Size S
Line Check Maintenance Sheet
A B C D Frein
Centre 1 6084 6003 6074 6197 6779
26033 5952 6021 6141 6601
36025 5944 6009 613 0 6488
46057 5976 6045 6167 6484
56061 5966 6016 613 5 6347
66018 5926 5976 6087 6274
76 011 5928 5980 6082 6254
86001 5923 5978 6078 6295
96055 5981 6043 6147 6219
10 5896 5917 5954 6034 6168
11 5816 5849 5893 5966 6225
12 5780 5823 5877 5944 6206
13 5722 5777 5841
14 5673 5737 5809
15 5666 5730 5812
Stabilizers 16 5457 5425 5508
Wingtip 17 5335 5362 5405 5505
Tolerance: 10 mm.
Riser length : 460mm Tolérence +/- 5mm

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Measurement table
EONA glider
Size M
Line Check Maintenance Sheet
A B C D Frein
Centre 1 6535 6445 6530 6672 7347
26481 6391 6475 6613 7157
36472 6381 6466 6603 7035
46508 6417 6504 6644 7032
56529 6434 6506 6646 6889
66483 6393 6463 6595 6812
76479 6394 6467 6586 6792
86469 6389 6465 6582 6836
96528 6452 6535 6657 6752
10 6364 6399 6462 6550 6697
11 6279 6326 6396 6478 6759
12 6241 6298 6379 6459 6739
13 6180 6246 6338
14 6127 6203 6305
15 6120 6197 6308
Stabilizers 16 6049 5976 6059
Wingtip 17 5902 5913 5944 6037
Tolerance: 10 mm.
Riser length : 490mm Tolérence +/- 5mm