Takeoff preparation and checks
Before every takeoff carry out the following pre-takeoff checks:
- Harness and helmet buckled, reserve OK?
- Lines free?
- Canopy open?
- Wind direction and strength assessed?
- Airspace and field-of-view clear?
HintTo get the wing in the right shape for takeoff do the following: pull the brake lines in while you are sorting the lines until the canopy arrives at the perfect banana shape.
WarningBefore each flight, check that the reserve handle is in the intended position and that the yellow locking cables of the reserve handle are correctly stowed.