Limitations

Range of use and load limits

Like all commercially available reserve parachutes, paraglider harnesses are never suitable for free fall parachuting because their design and construction details do not allow such a thing. Neither the reserve parachute nor its attachments to the harness can withstand the loadings involved in an abrupt opening.

All harness adjustments must be made before the harness is flown. Correct adjustment of the PROGRESS 4 greatly contributes to safety, correct function and comfort in flight.

WarningNo protector can offer complete protection against injury. The EN/LTF certified protector can only absorb some of the energy of impacts and therefore minimise injuries that might result from unlucky takeoffs and landings.
WarningThe PROGRESS 4 certification up to 120 kg is restricted exclusively to paraglider sport.

Overstress

When using the product there is always the risk of unpredictable overstress in flight, for example caused by flying conditions or a surprise bump in the air. In rare cases the product could suffer damage. This is especially disappointing in that, usually, neither the manufacturer nor the pilot can be held responsible. Light products tend to be more susceptible to damage due to overstress.

InfoIn the event of damage, please contact your dealer and they will contact us. We strive to work together to find the best possible solution. This is individual and depends on the assessment of each case.

Paraglider models of other brands

The harness can be flown with any paraglider. There are no restrictions.

Winching

The PROGRESS 4 is suitable for winch towing. The tow link must only be fixed to the harness‘s main carabiners. If there is any doubt, the winch driver or a person authorised by the manufacturer should be consulted.

Acro

The geometry and strength of the PROGRESS 4 means that it is capable of flying acro manoeuvres without problem; but this harness has stowage for only one reserve parachute. As a matter of principle ADVANCE would only recommend a harness with provision for two reserves for acro flying.

Tandem flying

Due to its dimension the PROGRESS 4 is basically not suitable for tandem flying – neither for the pilot nor the passenger.

Use in the school environment

The PROGRESS 4 is perfect for flying schools. Suitable adjustment provides comfortable standing upright before takeoff, ease of getting in the seat after takeoff, a pleasant upright sitting position in the air, damped agility from the harness in flight and quick standing up before landing. An appropriately adjusted harness agility in flight, and the quick and instinctive stand up facility for landing contribute much to comfort and safety.