AFNOR test 13: Exit form asymmetrical tuck maintained

Objectives

Simulation of a known effect of turbulence.

Procedures

The pilot provoke a tuck of at least 55% of the wingspan, then shift the weight on the inflated side and waits until a complete 3600 turn before release quickly the riser which permitted the tuck realization.

Required results

Standard

Spontaneous return to pilotable flight with less than 3600 course deviation.

Performance

If the wing does not return spontaneously to normal flight, the pilot follow the wing Owner's Manual indication and the wing must return pilotable in less than 4 sec and 3600 turn.

Competition

Same as Performance

Twin

Return to spontaneous flight in less than 2 turns.

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