XIX Form 2 User manual

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XIX Paragliders GmbH
Arbonerstrasse 6
CH-9302 KRONBÜHL
Tel.: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Mobile: [phone]
E-Mail: [email protected]
Visit us on the net!
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Service Record Sheet
After 200 flights, or two years, whichever
comes first, your XIX paraglider must be
inspected. The inspection must be done by
XIX, or an Authorized XIX service center.
Otherwise the glider certification and
warranty are void. While many glider
service centers can carry out
inspections and repairs, we
recommend that you confirm that the
service centeris XIX authorized.
Additional inspections should
occur if:
1.) The glider was exposed to other
mechanical influence
2.) If you loaned out the glider.
3.) If the glider no longer "feels right."
4.) You would like to sell the glider. (Better
resale value.)
Type of Glider:
1. Inspection (first flight)
Have to be made from your flight school or dealer.
Date:
Comment:
2. Inspection
Date:
Comment:
3. Inspection
Date:
Comment:
Signature/Service-Center:
Signature/Service-Center:
Signature/Service-Center
Serial Number:
4. Inspection
Date:
Comment:
5. Inspection
Date:
Comment:
6. Inspection
Date:
Comment:
Signature/Service-Center:
Signature/Service-Center
Signature/Service-Center

Contact
Contact Addresses
XIX Paragliders GmbH
Arbonerstrasse 6
CH-9302 KRONBÜHL
Tel.: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Mobile: [phone]
E-Mail: [email protected]
Visit us on the net!
Additional Information under www.xix.ch
Service Record Sheet
After 200 flights, or two years, whichever
comes first, your XIX paraglider must be
inspected. The inspection must be done by
XIX, or an Authorized XIX service center.
Otherwise the glider certification and
warranty are void. While many glider
service centers can carry out
inspections and repairs, we
recommend that you confirm that the
service centeris XIX authorized.
Additional inspections should
occur if:
1.) The glider was exposed to other
mechanical influence
2.) If you loaned out the glider.
3.) If the glider no longer "feels right."
4.) You would like to sell the glider. (Better
resale value.)
Type of Glider:
1. Inspection (first flight)
Have to be made from your flight school or dealer.
Date:
Comment:
2. Inspection
Date:
Comment:
3. Inspection
Date:
Comment:
Signature/Service-Center:
Signature/Service-Center:
Signature/Service-Center
Serial Number:
4. Inspection
Date:
Comment:
5. Inspection
Date:
Comment:
6. Inspection
Date:
Comment:
Signature/Service-Center:
Signature/Service-Center
Signature/Service-Center

Contact
Contact Addresses
XIX Paragliders GmbH
Arbonerstrasse 6
CH-9302 KRONBüHL
Tel.: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Mobile: [phone]
E-Mail: [email protected]
Visit us on the net!
Additional Information under www.xix.ch
This handbook contains several useful
tips and tricks for flying and caring for
your new XIX FORM 2 paraglider.
We advise you to carefully study it and
learn from the experiences we made
during the development phase, and to
keep it as a valuable reference guide for
future queries. Should you have any
questions to which you find no answers
here, please don't hesitate to contact us
here at XIX.
The FORM 2 is a canopy that belongs to
the newest generation of intermediate-
paragliders, and is based on the latest
paraglider design technology. It is
simple to launch, handles very
forgivingly and consequently has a
large safety reserve. The FORM 2 is an
ideal canopy to progress to after gaining
experience on a school canopy, and
with its excellent performance
characteristics will take you higher and
further than ever before! Flying the
FORM 2 is pure fun!
Introduction

Contact
Contact Addresses
XIX Paragliders GmbH
Arbonerstrasse 6
CH-9302 KRONBüHL
Tel.: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Mobile: [phone]
E-Mail: [email protected]
Visit us on the net!
Additional Information under www.xix.ch
This handbook contains several useful
tips and tricks for flying and caring for
your new XIX FORM 2 paraglider.
We advise you to carefully study it and
learn from the experiences we made
during the development phase, and to
keep it as a valuable reference guide for
future queries. Should you have any
questions to which you find no answers
here, please don't hesitate to contact us
here at XIX.
The FORM 2 is a canopy that belongs to
the newest generation of intermediate-
paragliders, and is based on the latest
paraglider design technology. It is
simple to launch, handles very
forgivingly and consequently has a
large safety reserve. The FORM 2 is an
ideal canopy to progress to after gaining
experience on a school canopy, and
with its excellent performance
characteristics will take you higher and
further than ever before! Flying the
FORM 2 is pure fun!
Introduction

Disclaimer!
The use of this paraglider is entirely at your own risk. Any
modifications (including adjustments to the brakes!),
improper repairs or missed annual inspections void the
canopies certification of airworthiness. Every pilot is
responsible for his/her own safety and must perform on-site
safety checks before every launch. A launch is only permitted
when the pilot is assured of the canopies airworthiness. Pilots
must be informed about regional and local weather
conditions and should only fly when current and forecasted
weather developments predict safe flying conditions. The
canopy may only be flown by pilots in possession of a valid
pilots licence (and according to the restrictions imposed
through this licence) or under the supervision of a certified
paragliding instructor. The manufacturer, retailers and any
third parties assume no liabilities whatsoever through this
product.
When the paraglider must not be flown:
1. when the pilots startweight does not match that of the
canopy, 2. in falling rain or snow, 3. in turbulent weather
conditions, 4. in windspeeds of 15 km/h or more, 5. in cloud,
fog or mist, 6. at more than 30° from the vertical (wingovers),
7. for aerobatics purposes, 8. if the pilot does not have
sufficient experience, 9. without the correct equipment
(reserve, crash-helmet, boots etc.) 10. winch launching is only
permitted with certified winches and licensed instructors, 11.
motorised flight is entirely at your own risk and permitted only
in accordance with state/country regulations.
WARNING!
XIX FORM 2 S M L
26,5 28 29,5
11.9 12.2 12.5
5.35 5.35 5.35
22.5 24.2 25.5
9.5 9.8 10.1
75-95 kg 90-110 kg 105-125 kg
(Obliging certificate weight) 165-210lb 200-245lb 230-280lb
55-75 kg 70-90 kg 85-105 kg
120-165lb 155-200lb 185-235lb
62 62 62
5.8 6.0 6.2
22 / 36 / 50 22 / 36 / 50 22 / 36 / 50
1.1 1.1 1.1
DHV 2
Surface area (flat) / m²
Wingspan (flat) /m
Aspect ratio (flat)
Surface area (projected) /m²
Wingspan (projected) /m
Certified weight range*
Pilot bodyweight
Number of cells
Canopy weight /kg
V min / v trim / v max (km/h) **
Minimum sink rate (m/s)**
Certification
Tecnical Details
* Bodyweight + canopy, rucksack, harness, reserve, instruments, boots, clothes, etc. (Bodyweight
approx. 15-20kg)
** Real velocities and sink rates depend on the start weight and various environmental influences
(altitude, air density, temperature and the measuring instrument)

Disclaimer!
The use of this paraglider is entirely at your own risk. Any
modifications (including adjustments to the brakes!),
improper repairs or missed annual inspections void the
canopies certification of airworthiness. Every pilot is
responsible for his/her own safety and must perform on-site
safety checks before every launch. A launch is only permitted
when the pilot is assured of the canopies airworthiness. Pilots
must be informed about regional and local weather
conditions and should only fly when current and forecasted
weather developments predict safe flying conditions. The
canopy may only be flown by pilots in possession of a valid
pilots licence (and according to the restrictions imposed
through this licence) or under the supervision of a certified
paragliding instructor. The manufacturer, retailers and any
third parties assume no liabilities whatsoever through this
product.
When the paraglider must not be flown:
1. when the pilots startweight does not match that of the
canopy, 2. in falling rain or snow, 3. in turbulent weather
conditions, 4. in windspeeds of 15 km/h or more, 5. in cloud,
fog or mist, 6. at more than 30° from the vertical (wingovers),
7. for aerobatics purposes, 8. if the pilot does not have
sufficient experience, 9. without the correct equipment
(reserve, crash-helmet, boots etc.) 10. winch launching is only
permitted with certified winches and licensed instructors, 11.
motorised flight is entirely at your own risk and permitted only
in accordance with state/country regulations.
WARNING!
XIX FORM 2 S M L
26,5 28 29,5
11.9 12.2 12.5
5.35 5.35 5.35
22.5 24.2 25.5
9.5 9.8 10.1
75-95 kg 90-110 kg 105-125 kg
(Obliging certificate weight) 165-210lb 200-245lb 230-280lb
55-75 kg 70-90 kg 85-105 kg
120-165lb 155-200lb 185-235lb
62 62 62
5.8 6.0 6.2
22 / 36 / 50 22 / 36 / 50 22 / 36 / 50
1.1 1.1 1.1
DHV 2
Surface area (flat) / m²
Wingspan (flat) /m
Aspect ratio (flat)
Surface area (projected) /m²
Wingspan (projected) /m
Certified weight range*
Pilot bodyweight
Number of cells
Canopy weight /kg
V min / v trim / v max (km/h) **
Minimum sink rate (m/s)**
Certification
Tecnical Details
* Bodyweight + canopy, rucksack, harness, reserve, instruments, boots, clothes, etc. (Bodyweight
approx. 15-20kg)
** Real velocities and sink rates depend on the start weight and various environmental influences
(altitude, air density, temperature and the measuring instrument)

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system, the speed bar (included with the
paraglider) must be attached to the risers and
your harness. Check carefully that the speed
system lines cannot get snagged as they are fed
through any pulleys and that the lines are
symmetrical. 'Full speed ahead' is the point
where the two pulleys attached to the risers
touch each other. Check the length of the lines
allows this when your legs are fully stretched.
IMPORTANT: the speed bar must be able to
return its 'off' position at any time. A snagged
speed bar could have serious consequences! In
the 'off' position the speed system should have at
least 5cm of slack (check this!) for safety
reasons. Get a friend to help you by holding the
risers up when you install the speed bar.
With the speed system activated, you can fly
faster out of sink zones or improve your glide
angle when up against headwinds. Keep in mind
that the canopy will react more dynamically
when flying faster and not maintain as much
internal stability. Should you hit turbulence when
flying at speed, return immediately to normal-
speed flight to prevent eventual collapses.
Flying at speed calls for careful observation of
the canopy. Pay attention to the leading edge.
Should any deformations occur then ease off the
speed bar. You can also 'feel' the pressure in the
canopy through your legs - by reduced pressure
or slack A- lines reduce speed. A slight vibration
or indentation of the leading edge at maximum
speed is possible, and no cause for concern.
Use the speed system carefully and
sparingly; never close to the ground or in
turbulence. It is much safer to land
backwards than to fly at full speed shortly
before landing! Canopy collapses at speed
are serious! Reactions are faster and
bringing the canopy back under control
requires more experience.
Should your paraglider collapse at speed
then release the speed bar immediately and
bring the canopy back under control by
using the brakes.
Technical details about the
speed system
Activating the speed system shortens the risers
in predefined proportions. This causes the
canopy to take on a steeper angle of attack and
a flatter profile. The new profile form has
reduced drag, which together with the new
angle of attack causes the canopy to accelerate
and fly faster. Anew stable point of flying is then
reached where the lift and drag forces equal
each other out at a higher speed.
Alterations to the brake line
lengths
Alterations to the length of the brake lines are
(sadly) often undertaken
BUT:
1. Not permitted.
2. Not at all recommended, as serious
disadvantages can result from this.
When we design and build a new paraglider,
we set the brakes to the optimal length for the
canopy. The canopy then undergoes stringent
airworthiness tests and receives an
appropriate certification. Shortening or
lengthening the brake lines on a canopy
makes a big difference to
1. Recovery in extreme situations.
2. Performance (Particularly when flying at
speed).
Lengthening the brake lines also has a
detrimental effect on the handling character-
We specifically advise you not to change the
length of the brake lines.
Descent methods
For all the following manoeuvres: Never let go
of the brakes. Should problems arise you will
then be able to react immediately!
You are probably already familiar with several
descent methods; here are a few tips about
using them with the FORM 2.
‘Big ears’
Generally folding in the wingtips of your canopy
while flying presents no great problems. The
surface area of the canopy is reduced and the
sink rate increases, while forward motion is
maintained. The canopy is flying at all times and
no stall occurs. Reduced steering of the canopy
is possible though shifting your weight in the
harness.
The sink rate increase is not as high as with
Before your first launch
All XIX products are subject to stringent
quality control checks during and after
production. In addition to this your canopy will
have been given a test flight from your retailer.
Nevertheless we do recommend you conduct
your first flights from a low grassy (beginners)
slope. Should any difficulties arise we would
be pleased to offer our advice.
Before every launch
Make a careful check of all your equipment
everytime you intend to launch. Check the
canopy for eventual damage, check your
carabiners, check your harness buckles and
speedsystem. Do all these checks in addition
to your standard five-point launch preparation
program.
The launch
The FORM 2 requires no special launching
technique, and is easy to inflate. A couple of
tips from our test pilots:
Preparation at take-off
Layout your canopy with the leading edge in a
gentle crescent. When you tension the A-lines
either all the cells should fill equally, or
progressive fill from the middle of the canopy
should occur. Carefully sort the lines. It is
usually easiest to raise the riser completely
and work from the bottom up, beginning with
the brakes to ensure everything is tanglefree.
Inflation
Take bothA risers in your hands, perform your
five-point launch check and begin your start
run with your arms bent slightly behind you.
With a constant pull the canopy will then climb
steadily over your head.
When launching in headwinds it is advisable
to take only the inner two A-risers for a more
progressive inflation and better control.
Starting in tailwinds or strong headwinds can
be dangerous and is not advised.
Use your entire bodyweight to launch your
paraglider and not just the strength in your
arms. Should you inflate too impulsively, the
canopy will require a little brake to prevent it
overshooting you. Once everything is stable,
make a visual check to ensure no lines are
tangled, and that the canopy does not look
deformed. When you have assured yourself
that everything is OK, then begin your start run
with long steps. The time to sit back and relax
is when you are well clear of the ground and
not before!
Normal flight
The FORM 2 is a very comfortable canopy to fly.
It is stable and shows no signs of nervosity in the
air. The pressure required on the brakes is
pleasant for long flights and increases
proportionally as the stall point is approached.
Maximum glide
The FORM 2 is designed to fly at maximum glide
at its trim-speed (no brakes applied) or with slight
use of the speed bar. This is only true for zero
wind conditions; when flying against headwinds,
use of the speed bar will improve your glide
angle relative to the ground.
Minimum sink
The minimum sink rate can be flown with the
brakes pulled to around 20%.
Thermals
When thermalling or flying through turbulence it
is advisable to apply a little brake. Slowing the
speed of the canopy will enable you to core the
thermal better and climb faster. Alittle brake also
increases the internal pressure in the canopy
and makes it more resistant to eventual tip
collapses.
There are several theories as to the best or most
efficient way to thermal and probably several
thousand types of thermals. We don't wish to
enter into the debate here with our tips, but one
general rule is to always try and visualise the
thermal as you are flying through it and stay in
the strongest part!
Speed system
The FORM 2 is equipped with a speed system
attached to the risers. To assemble the speed
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system, the speed bar (included with the
paraglider) must be attached to the risers and
your harness. Check carefully that the speed
system lines cannot get snagged as they are fed
through any pulleys and that the lines are
symmetrical. 'Full speed ahead' is the point
where the two pulleys attached to the risers
touch each other. Check the length of the lines
allows this when your legs are fully stretched.
IMPORTANT: the speed bar must be able to
return its 'off' position at any time. A snagged
speed bar could have serious consequences! In
the 'off' position the speed system should have at
least 5cm of slack (check this!) for safety
reasons. Get a friend to help you by holding the
risers up when you install the speed bar.
With the speed system activated, you can fly
faster out of sink zones or improve your glide
angle when up against headwinds. Keep in mind
that the canopy will react more dynamically
when flying faster and not maintain as much
internal stability. Should you hit turbulence when
flying at speed, return immediately to normal-
speed flight to prevent eventual collapses.
Flying at speed calls for careful observation of
the canopy. Pay attention to the leading edge.
Should any deformations occur then ease off the
speed bar. You can also 'feel' the pressure in the
canopy through your legs - by reduced pressure
or slack A- lines reduce speed. A slight vibration
or indentation of the leading edge at maximum
speed is possible, and no cause for concern.
Use the speed system carefully and
sparingly; never close to the ground or in
turbulence. It is much safer to land
backwards than to fly at full speed shortly
before landing! Canopy collapses at speed
are serious! Reactions are faster and
bringing the canopy back under control
requires more experience.
Should your paraglider collapse at speed
then release the speed bar immediately and
bring the canopy back under control by
using the brakes.
Technical details about the
speed system
Activating the speed system shortens the risers
in predefined proportions. This causes the
canopy to take on a steeper angle of attack and
a flatter profile. The new profile form has
reduced drag, which together with the new
angle of attack causes the canopy to accelerate
and fly faster. Anew stable point of flying is then
reached where the lift and drag forces equal
each other out at a higher speed.
Alterations to the brake line
lengths
Alterations to the length of the brake lines are
(sadly) often undertaken
BUT:
1. Not permitted.
2. Not at all recommended, as serious
disadvantages can result from this.
When we design and build a new paraglider,
we set the brakes to the optimal length for the
canopy. The canopy then undergoes stringent
airworthiness tests and receives an
appropriate certification. Shortening or
lengthening the brake lines on a canopy
makes a big difference to
1. Recovery in extreme situations.
2. Performance (Particularly when flying at
speed).
Lengthening the brake lines also has a
detrimental effect on the handling character-
We specifically advise you not to change the
length of the brake lines.
Descent methods
For all the following manoeuvres: Never let go
of the brakes. Should problems arise you will
then be able to react immediately!
You are probably already familiar with several
descent methods; here are a few tips about
using them with the FORM 2.
‘Big ears’
Generally folding in the wingtips of your canopy
while flying presents no great problems. The
surface area of the canopy is reduced and the
sink rate increases, while forward motion is
maintained. The canopy is flying at all times and
no stall occurs. Reduced steering of the canopy
is possible though shifting your weight in the
harness.
The sink rate increase is not as high as with
Before your first launch
All XIX products are subject to stringent
quality control checks during and after
production. In addition to this your canopy will
have been given a test flight from your retailer.
Nevertheless we do recommend you conduct
your first flights from a low grassy (beginners)
slope. Should any difficulties arise we would
be pleased to offer our advice.
Before every launch
Make a careful check of all your equipment
everytime you intend to launch. Check the
canopy for eventual damage, check your
carabiners, check your harness buckles and
speedsystem. Do all these checks in addition
to your standard five-point launch preparation
program.
The launch
The FORM 2 requires no special launching
technique, and is easy to inflate. A couple of
tips from our test pilots:
Preparation at take-off
Layout your canopy with the leading edge in a
gentle crescent. When you tension the A-lines
either all the cells should fill equally, or
progressive fill from the middle of the canopy
should occur. Carefully sort the lines. It is
usually easiest to raise the riser completely
and work from the bottom up, beginning with
the brakes to ensure everything is tanglefree.
Inflation
Take bothA risers in your hands, perform your
five-point launch check and begin your start
run with your arms bent slightly behind you.
With a constant pull the canopy will then climb
steadily over your head.
When launching in headwinds it is advisable
to take only the inner two A-risers for a more
progressive inflation and better control.
Starting in tailwinds or strong headwinds can
be dangerous and is not advised.
Use your entire bodyweight to launch your
paraglider and not just the strength in your
arms. Should you inflate too impulsively, the
canopy will require a little brake to prevent it
overshooting you. Once everything is stable,
make a visual check to ensure no lines are
tangled, and that the canopy does not look
deformed. When you have assured yourself
that everything is OK, then begin your start run
with long steps. The time to sit back and relax
is when you are well clear of the ground and
not before!
Normal flight
The FORM 2 is a very comfortable canopy to fly.
It is stable and shows no signs of nervosity in the
air. The pressure required on the brakes is
pleasant for long flights and increases
proportionally as the stall point is approached.
Maximum glide
The FORM 2 is designed to fly at maximum glide
at its trim-speed (no brakes applied) or with slight
use of the speed bar. This is only true for zero
wind conditions; when flying against headwinds,
use of the speed bar will improve your glide
angle relative to the ground.
Minimum sink
The minimum sink rate can be flown with the
brakes pulled to around 20%.
Thermals
When thermalling or flying through turbulence it
is advisable to apply a little brake. Slowing the
speed of the canopy will enable you to core the
thermal better and climb faster. Alittle brake also
increases the internal pressure in the canopy
and makes it more resistant to eventual tip
collapses.
There are several theories as to the best or most
efficient way to thermal and probably several
thousand types of thermals. We don't wish to
enter into the debate here with our tips, but one
general rule is to always try and visualise the
thermal as you are flying through it and stay in
the strongest part!
Speed system
The FORM 2 is equipped with a speed system
attached to the risers. To assemble the speed
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istics of the canopy.

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has the advantage of maintaining forward
motion, with which you can fly out of a lift
band.
The FORM 2 has a double A-riser system for
ease in this manoeuvre. To fold in the wingtips,
grab the outermost A-risers and pull them
down towards you. The sink rate and forward
velocity can be increased by using the speed
system, which will also increase the canopies
internal stability in this case. As your hands
are required to hold the A-risers, steering the
canopy must be performed through weight
shifting your harness. This is not as effective
as using the brakes, but larger radius curves
can be flown. With 'big ears' the FORM 2 has a
sink rate of approximately 4-6 m/s.
To return to normal flight, simply release the
outer A-risers again and the canopy should re-
inflate on its own accord. Should this not be
the case then a short sharp pump on the
brakes will help. Be careful not to hold deep
brake positions for too long - this can cause a
stall!
WARNING!
Spiral dives with 'big ears' can produce
forces too great for the canopy materials
to withstand. Under no circumstances
should this dangerous descent method be
performed.
The FORM 2 must not be flown with
constant brake when big-ears are applied
WARNING!
Spiral dives
Through progressively pulling on one brake
line, you can bring the FORM 2 into a spiral
dive. It is important that the brake is applied
progressively always allowing the canopy to
fly. Too much brake applied too soon will
cause a one-sided stall and a flat spin may
result from this.
In a spiral dive sink rates in excess of 15 m/s
may be achieved, however the high speeds
required for this produce large centrifugal
forces which can be distressing both for the
canopy materials and your stomach! A further
disadvantage of this descent method is that
you descend vertically and are not able to
place any horizontal distance between
spiral dive, slowly release the brake and let the
excess speed bleed off. Releasing the brake
rapidly will result in the canopy performing a
large pendulum and surging forward afterwards.
Should this occur, then be ready to control it with
the brakes.
When flying extreme spirals with descent
speeds in excess of 14 m/s the Form 2 may
continue for 1 or 2 rotations after the brakes have
been released. Should the descent speed
exceed 15 m/s and the pilot sitting position be
unfavourable then a “stable spiral dive “ may
result. Should this occur, then applying brake on
both sides will slow the dive and return the
canopy to normal flight.
B-stall
Another very efficient descent method is to pull a
B-stall. On the FORM 2 this produces sink rates
from 6 to over 9 m/s. Check the airspace under
and behind you before pulling a B-Stall. While
holding both brakes firmly in your hands, reach
up and grab the B-risers. Pull these
symmetrically and progressively down until the
first marked point of resistance is passed. Hold
the B-risers in this position to stay in the B-Stall.
Forward motion will cease, and the canopy will
partially deflate before stabilising over your
head.
To recover, release the B-risers back to their
normal positions (do this over a period of 1 to 2
seconds). We do not advise letting the B-risers
'snap' out - this causes severe stress on the
stitching and canopy materials.
Should after an attempted recovery lead to a
deep stall (which is unusual) read on in the
extreme situations section for further
information.
The disadvantages of the B-stall descent
method are clear: The canopy is no longer flying
and generating lift. This can mean that applying
a B-stall to get out of one nasty situation could
lead to another. The FORM 2 does behave very
well in this particular figure (similar to its spiral
dive properties) and doesn´t have any
unexpected surprises in store. A further
disadvantage is that the B-stall is another
vertical descent method, and you cannot put any
horizontal distance between yourself and the lift
zone with it.
Extreme situations
Under certain unfavourable circumstances such
as strong turbulence or due to an over-reaction
on the controls through the pilot, extreme
situations may occur. Here follow our
recommendations how recovery from collapses,
stalls and spins should be carried out:
Deep (parachutal) stall
The FORM 2 is difficult to bring into a deep or
parachutal stall, and will not remain in one
without pilot input on the brakes. Should you
manage to fly a deep stall without meaning to
then it is certainly time to get your glider checked!
This may be due to line stretch or high porosity.
To recover from a deep stall release both brakes
immediately, so that the canopy can regain
speed and forward motion. Should this not occur
(improbable) or occur too slowly, then pushing
the A-risers forward can help a speedy recovery.
The canopy will then surge gently and you will
feel the wind in your face once again. If the
canopy surges strongly, then use the brakes to
bring it back under control.
Collapses
This is probably the most frequent type of
extreme situation you will experience when
flying in moving air. Most collapses can be
avoided by flying 'actively' - that is feeling the
internal pressure in the canopy through the
brake controls and applying more or less brake
to maintain maximum pressure.
Due to the high internal stability of the FORM 2,
collapses usually cause no problems, and the
canopy should recover quickly with little or no
pilot input.
If the FORM 2 experiences a large collapse from
which it does not immediately recover (flying
through the turbulent zone of a thermal), and
begins to rotate or dive due to this, then the
following should be performed:
Apply brake to the open side of the canopy to
stop the rotation and regain forward flight, and fly
away from any obstructions. With the other
brake (on the closed side) apply controlled sharp
pumps which will then immediately re-inflate the
canopy.
Frontal stall
Flying directly into strong turbulence may result
in the leading edge collapsing more or less
symmetrically. This is then followed by a
symmetrically. This is then followed by a
reduction in forward speed and a pendulum
swing. The canopy should then immediately
recover on its own accord. Recovery may be
helped through controlled symmetric pumping
on both brakes. Front stalls are often followed
by strong surges of the canopy, and again,
controlled use of the brakes should be made to
regain normal flight.
One-sided (asymmetric) stalls
and flat spins
Either through the excessive use of one brake
while flying at minimum speed (over braking
while thermalling) or during normal flight
(collision avoidance) a one-sided (asymmetric)
stall may occur.As soon as you notice that one
half of the canopy is stalled, immediately
release both brakes “hands up!” The FORM 2
will then regain normal flight on its own. Control
the surging of the canopy through the brakes.
No or late recovery may result in a flat spin, care
is required! See below.
WARNING!
We do advise you not to attempt to fly a flat
spin on your canopy.
WARNING!
Flat spin
This extreme condition does not occur during
normal flight with the FORM 2 in turbulent air.
Should, however, a canopy experience a one-
sided (asymmetric) stall and the pilot hold this
condition via brake input, then a flat spin may
result. To recover: both brakes should be
immediately released “hands up!” and the
resulting surges to return back to normal flight.
Full stall
This manoeuvre can only be achieved when
both brakes are pulled to their maximum limits
and held there for several seconds. The canopy
will then deflate suddenly and stop flying
forwards, unlike the pilot, who will then swing
forward. Here it is important not to loose your
nerve. Releasing the brakes suddenly here will
allow the canopy to surge violently forwards
while you swing backwards. The brakes must
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has the advantage of maintaining forward
motion, with which you can fly out of a lift
band.
The FORM 2 has a double A-riser system for
ease in this manoeuvre. To fold in the wingtips,
grab the outermost A-risers and pull them
down towards you. The sink rate and forward
velocity can be increased by using the speed
system, which will also increase the canopies
internal stability in this case. As your hands
are required to hold the A-risers, steering the
canopy must be performed through weight
shifting your harness. This is not as effective
as using the brakes, but larger radius curves
can be flown. With 'big ears' the FORM 2 has a
sink rate of approximately 4-6 m/s.
To return to normal flight, simply release the
outer A-risers again and the canopy should re-
inflate on its own accord. Should this not be
the case then a short sharp pump on the
brakes will help. Be careful not to hold deep
brake positions for too long - this can cause a
stall!
WARNING!
Spiral dives with 'big ears' can produce
forces too great for the canopy materials
to withstand. Under no circumstances
should this dangerous descent method be
performed.
The FORM 2 must not be flown with
constant brake when big-ears are applied
WARNING!
Spiral dives
Through progressively pulling on one brake
line, you can bring the FORM 2 into a spiral
dive. It is important that the brake is applied
progressively always allowing the canopy to
fly. Too much brake applied too soon will
cause a one-sided stall and a flat spin may
result from this.
In a spiral dive sink rates in excess of 15 m/s
may be achieved, however the high speeds
required for this produce large centrifugal
forces which can be distressing both for the
canopy materials and your stomach! A further
disadvantage of this descent method is that
you descend vertically and are not able to
place any horizontal distance between
spiral dive, slowly release the brake and let the
excess speed bleed off. Releasing the brake
rapidly will result in the canopy performing a
large pendulum and surging forward afterwards.
Should this occur, then be ready to control it with
the brakes.
When flying extreme spirals with descent
speeds in excess of 14 m/s the Form 2 may
continue for 1 or 2 rotations after the brakes have
been released. Should the descent speed
exceed 15 m/s and the pilot sitting position be
unfavourable then a “stable spiral dive “ may
result. Should this occur, then applying brake on
both sides will slow the dive and return the
canopy to normal flight.
B-stall
Another very efficient descent method is to pull a
B-stall. On the FORM 2 this produces sink rates
from 6 to over 9 m/s. Check the airspace under
and behind you before pulling a B-Stall. While
holding both brakes firmly in your hands, reach
up and grab the B-risers. Pull these
symmetrically and progressively down until the
first marked point of resistance is passed. Hold
the B-risers in this position to stay in the B-Stall.
Forward motion will cease, and the canopy will
partially deflate before stabilising over your
head.
To recover, release the B-risers back to their
normal positions (do this over a period of 1 to 2
seconds). We do not advise letting the B-risers
'snap' out - this causes severe stress on the
stitching and canopy materials.
Should after an attempted recovery lead to a
deep stall (which is unusual) read on in the
extreme situations section for further
information.
The disadvantages of the B-stall descent
method are clear: The canopy is no longer flying
and generating lift. This can mean that applying
a B-stall to get out of one nasty situation could
lead to another. The FORM 2 does behave very
well in this particular figure (similar to its spiral
dive properties) and doesn´t have any
unexpected surprises in store. A further
disadvantage is that the B-stall is another
vertical descent method, and you cannot put any
horizontal distance between yourself and the lift
zone with it.
Extreme situations
Under certain unfavourable circumstances such
as strong turbulence or due to an over-reaction
on the controls through the pilot, extreme
situations may occur. Here follow our
recommendations how recovery from collapses,
stalls and spins should be carried out:
Deep (parachutal) stall
The FORM 2 is difficult to bring into a deep or
parachutal stall, and will not remain in one
without pilot input on the brakes. Should you
manage to fly a deep stall without meaning to
then it is certainly time to get your glider checked!
This may be due to line stretch or high porosity.
To recover from a deep stall release both brakes
immediately, so that the canopy can regain
speed and forward motion. Should this not occur
(improbable) or occur too slowly, then pushing
the A-risers forward can help a speedy recovery.
The canopy will then surge gently and you will
feel the wind in your face once again. If the
canopy surges strongly, then use the brakes to
bring it back under control.
Collapses
This is probably the most frequent type of
extreme situation you will experience when
flying in moving air. Most collapses can be
avoided by flying 'actively' - that is feeling the
internal pressure in the canopy through the
brake controls and applying more or less brake
to maintain maximum pressure.
Due to the high internal stability of the FORM 2,
collapses usually cause no problems, and the
canopy should recover quickly with little or no
pilot input.
If the FORM 2 experiences a large collapse from
which it does not immediately recover (flying
through the turbulent zone of a thermal), and
begins to rotate or dive due to this, then the
following should be performed:
Apply brake to the open side of the canopy to
stop the rotation and regain forward flight, and fly
away from any obstructions. With the other
brake (on the closed side) apply controlled sharp
pumps which will then immediately re-inflate the
canopy.
Frontal stall
Flying directly into strong turbulence may result
in the leading edge collapsing more or less
symmetrically. This is then followed by a
symmetrically. This is then followed by a
reduction in forward speed and a pendulum
swing. The canopy should then immediately
recover on its own accord. Recovery may be
helped through controlled symmetric pumping
on both brakes. Front stalls are often followed
by strong surges of the canopy, and again,
controlled use of the brakes should be made to
regain normal flight.
One-sided (asymmetric) stalls
and flat spins
Either through the excessive use of one brake
while flying at minimum speed (over braking
while thermalling) or during normal flight
(collision avoidance) a one-sided (asymmetric)
stall may occur.As soon as you notice that one
half of the canopy is stalled, immediately
release both brakes “hands up!” The FORM 2
will then regain normal flight on its own. Control
the surging of the canopy through the brakes.
No or late recovery may result in a flat spin, care
is required! See below.
WARNING!
We do advise you not to attempt to fly a flat
spin on your canopy.
WARNING!
Flat spin
This extreme condition does not occur during
normal flight with the FORM 2 in turbulent air.
Should, however, a canopy experience a one-
sided (asymmetric) stall and the pilot hold this
condition via brake input, then a flat spin may
result. To recover: both brakes should be
immediately released “hands up!” and the
resulting surges to return back to normal flight.
Full stall
This manoeuvre can only be achieved when
both brakes are pulled to their maximum limits
and held there for several seconds. The canopy
will then deflate suddenly and stop flying
forwards, unlike the pilot, who will then swing
forward. Here it is important not to loose your
nerve. Releasing the brakes suddenly here will
allow the canopy to surge violently forwards
while you swing backwards. The brakes must
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be released slowly and symmetrically over a
period of about 3 seconds, count 21-22-23 as
you do it. Once the canopy regains forward
motion it will surge. Controlled use of the
brakes will damp out the pendulum swings
and normal flight may be regained. Do not
attempt a full stall until you have ensured that
your brake lines cannot snag or foul any part of
your harness and remain applied!
Landing
Part of your training is learning how to perform
a controlled final approach and landing.
During your final approach to a level landing
field we advise the appliance of 10-30%
brake, and at approximately 50cm over the
ground a committed flare. Take care when
landing in windy conditions or in fields with
obstructions, and never apply too much brake
close to the ground.
Harness
All standard harnesses classified by the
German DHV as GH are appropriate for this
canopy.
Winch launching
No additional components need to be fitted to
the FORM 2 to make it suitable for winch
launching. Standard winch components can
be used in accordance with local regulations,
which should be observed at all times.
Folding your canopy
There are several different methods to fold up
a canopy often. Considering when you will
take to the air again can help you decide which
is appropriate. Will your next launch be in half
an hour, or half a year; will the start be difficult
or will the wind be strong. Certain folding
methods can make start preparations easier.
We recommend the following standard
method, which is simple to apply either alone
or when you have someone to help:
Firstly the canopy must be dry - even leaving a
canopy lying in the grass on a sunny day can
cause condensation to occur. Spread the
canopy out flat, sort the lines and fold each
wingtip to the middle. Repeat this until you
have a suitable sized strip to roll. For the next
start, merely pulling the stabilisers apart
should then be sufficient to lay out your
canopy. Roll the folded strip from the trailing
edge together, so that the remaining air can
escape from the cell openings. Try not to make
too tight a roll - stretching the material is
detrimental to its life-span. Now it no longer
matters when your next launch takes place - a
canopy folded in this way can be stored
comfortably for several months, and needs only
20 seconds to set up at the next launch.
Folding in strong winds is often less frustrating
when you place the stabiliser in the wind
direction and let it help!
Care and attention
In addition to your own regular checks, after two
years of use or 100 hours in the air, the FORM 2
should be checked by a XIX authorised and
certified dealer. Take good care of your canopy -
you´ll enjoy it for longer if you do, and remember
a regular check-up list is a definite plus point
when you wish to sell it.
Cleaning
The FORM 2 should only be cleaned when
absolutely necessary, and then with water, or a
weak soap solution. Cowpats, tar or oil spots are
difficult to remove without damaging the
materials coating - its better to simply avoid
landing or packing in such places whenever
possible.
Further dangers are present in sand, salt or
snow crystals. All abrasive objects that come into
contact with your canopy will shorten its life-
span. Should you land in salt water then wash
out your canopy with fresh water immediately,
and let it dry in a warm shady place.
Repairs
Should your canopy become damaged then you
should consult a XIX specialist. We maintain a
speedy repair service which will expertly check
your canopy and return it to you as fast as
possible. Tree landings should be given
particular specialist attention, as internal
damage often inflicted under such
circumstances may not be immediately visible.
Storage
Your FORM 2 likes it cool, dry and dark!And not
close to chemicals, paints, petrol and the like.
If the canopy requires drying, then again a dry
and dark place is the best for this. The canopy
materials are particularly susceptible to ultra-
violet radiation present in sunlight - for a long life-
span try to avoid over-exposure at all costs!
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be released slowly and symmetrically over a
period of about 3 seconds, count 21-22-23 as
you do it. Once the canopy regains forward
motion it will surge. Controlled use of the
brakes will damp out the pendulum swings
and normal flight may be regained. Do not
attempt a full stall until you have ensured that
your brake lines cannot snag or foul any part of
your harness and remain applied!
Landing
Part of your training is learning how to perform
a controlled final approach and landing.
During your final approach to a level landing
field we advise the appliance of 10-30%
brake, and at approximately 50cm over the
ground a committed flare. Take care when
landing in windy conditions or in fields with
obstructions, and never apply too much brake
close to the ground.
Harness
All standard harnesses classified by the
German DHV as GH are appropriate for this
canopy.
Winch launching
No additional components need to be fitted to
the FORM 2 to make it suitable for winch
launching. Standard winch components can
be used in accordance with local regulations,
which should be observed at all times.
Folding your canopy
There are several different methods to fold up
a canopy often. Considering when you will
take to the air again can help you decide which
is appropriate. Will your next launch be in half
an hour, or half a year; will the start be difficult
or will the wind be strong. Certain folding
methods can make start preparations easier.
We recommend the following standard
method, which is simple to apply either alone
or when you have someone to help:
Firstly the canopy must be dry - even leaving a
canopy lying in the grass on a sunny day can
cause condensation to occur. Spread the
canopy out flat, sort the lines and fold each
wingtip to the middle. Repeat this until you
have a suitable sized strip to roll. For the next
start, merely pulling the stabilisers apart
should then be sufficient to lay out your
canopy. Roll the folded strip from the trailing
edge together, so that the remaining air can
escape from the cell openings. Try not to make
too tight a roll - stretching the material is
detrimental to its life-span. Now it no longer
matters when your next launch takes place - a
canopy folded in this way can be stored
comfortably for several months, and needs only
20 seconds to set up at the next launch.
Folding in strong winds is often less frustrating
when you place the stabiliser in the wind
direction and let it help!
Care and attention
In addition to your own regular checks, after two
years of use or 100 hours in the air, the FORM 2
should be checked by a XIX authorised and
certified dealer. Take good care of your canopy -
you´ll enjoy it for longer if you do, and remember
a regular check-up list is a definite plus point
when you wish to sell it.
Cleaning
The FORM 2 should only be cleaned when
absolutely necessary, and then with water, or a
weak soap solution. Cowpats, tar or oil spots are
difficult to remove without damaging the
materials coating - its better to simply avoid
landing or packing in such places whenever
possible.
Further dangers are present in sand, salt or
snow crystals. All abrasive objects that come into
contact with your canopy will shorten its life-
span. Should you land in salt water then wash
out your canopy with fresh water immediately,
and let it dry in a warm shady place.
Repairs
Should your canopy become damaged then you
should consult a XIX specialist. We maintain a
speedy repair service which will expertly check
your canopy and return it to you as fast as
possible. Tree landings should be given
particular specialist attention, as internal
damage often inflicted under such
circumstances may not be immediately visible.
Storage
Your FORM 2 likes it cool, dry and dark!And not
close to chemicals, paints, petrol and the like.
If the canopy requires drying, then again a dry
and dark place is the best for this. The canopy
materials are particularly susceptible to ultra-
violet radiation present in sunlight - for a long life-
span try to avoid over-exposure at all costs!
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Type and Size of Glider:
Serial Number:
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Arbonerstrasse 6
CH-9302 KRONBüHL
Tel.: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Mobile: [phone]
E-Mail: [email protected]
Visit us on the net:
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Extent of the Guarantee
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
The Warranty Card must be filled out cor-
rectly and returned to XIX within 14 days
after the paraglider has been purchased.
Every flight, including duration and flight
area, has to be recorded completely and
without exception in an official flight book.
The paraglider is to be used and maintai-
ned in accordance with the instructions
that are part of the paraglider manual and
other documents. This includes in particu-
lar careful drying, cleaning and storage of
the paraglider.
All prescripted checks and repairs are to be
carried out exclusively by XIX or by techni-
cal aviation companies that have been
explicitly charged with such repairing or
checking by XIX. Every modification or
repair has to be documented completely
and correctly according the guidelines issu-
ed by XIX.
The paraglider must be unmistakably iden-
tified and checked for compliance with the
guarantee card.
Terms of Guarantee
1. XIX guarantees for this paraglider either 3
years or 300 flight hours, whichever comes
first. This guarantee covers failures cau-
sed by material or production problems for
which XIX is responsible.
This Guarantee is valid for all paragliders
with DHV or AFNOR certification that are
used for leisure flights. The guarantee
does not include paragliders which are
used for educational or professional pur-
poses. The following points are also exclu-
ded from the guarantee:
Color fading from the fabric.
Damage by solvents, fuel, chemicals, sand
or sea water.
Accidental damage before, during and
after the flight caused by accidents and
emergency situations.
Damage caused by negligence.
Damage caused by Force Majeure.
2.
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)

Service Record Sheet
After 200 flights, or two years, whichever
comes first, your XIX paraglider must be
inspected. The inspection must be done by
XIX, or an Authorized XIX service center.
Otherwise the glider certification and
warranty are void. While many glider
service centers can carry out
inspections and repairs, we
recommend that you confirm that the
service centeris XIX authorized.
Additional inspections should
occur if:
1.) The glider was exposed to other
mechanical influence
2.) If you loaned out the glider.
3.) If the glider no longer "feels right."
4.) You would like to sell the glider. (Better
resale value.)
Type of Glider:
1. Inspection (first flight)
Have to be made from your flight school or dealer.
Date:
Comment:
2. Inspection
Date:
Comment:
3. Inspection
Date:
Comment:
Signature/Service-Center:
Signature/Service-Center:
Signature/Service-Center
Serial Number:
4. Inspection
Date:
Comment:
5. Inspection
Date:
Comment:
6. Inspection
Date:
Comment:
Signature/Service-Center:
Signature/Service-Center
Signature/Service-Center
XIX Paragliders GmbH
Arbonerstrasse 6
CH-9302 KRONBüHL
Tel.: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Mobile: [phone]
E-Mail: [email protected]
Visit us on the net:
www.xix.ch
Extent of the Guarantee
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
The Warranty Card must be filled out cor-
rectly and returned to XIX within 14 days
after the paraglider has been purchased.
Every flight, including duration and flight
area, has to be recorded completely and
without exception in an official flight book.
The paraglider is to be used and maintai-
ned in accordance with the instructions
that are part of the paraglider manual and
other documents. This includes in particu-
lar careful drying, cleaning and storage of
the paraglider.
All prescripted checks and repairs are to be
carried out exclusively by XIX or by techni-
cal aviation companies that have been
explicitly charged with such repairing or
checking by XIX. Every modification or
repair has to be documented completely
and correctly according the guidelines issu-
ed by XIX.
The paraglider must be unmistakably iden-
tified and checked for compliance with the
guarantee card.
Terms of Guarantee
1. XIX guarantees for this paraglider either 3
years or 300 flight hours, whichever comes
first. This guarantee covers failures cau-
sed by material or production problems for
which XIX is responsible.
This Guarantee is valid for all paragliders
with DHV or AFNOR certification that are
used for leisure flights. The guarantee
does not include paragliders which are
used for educational or professional pur-
poses. The following points are also exclu-
ded from the guarantee:
Color fading from the fabric.
Damage by solvents, fuel, chemicals, sand
or sea water.
Accidental damage before, during and
after the flight caused by accidents and
emergency situations.
Damage caused by negligence.
Damage caused by Force Majeure.
2.
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)

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