GIN Mirage - Manual (Page 20)

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steer the glider in a normal towing situation. Make sure you use proper equipment, experienced
personnel, the recommended techniques and all relevant safety precautions for towing.
GOLDEN RULES!!!
* Never place your engine downwind of your wing.
* Check, check and re-check the fuel system for leaks.
* Have you enough fuel to get you there? Better too much than too little!
* Check for any loose articles that could trail or fall into the propeller while flying and fasten
them securely.
* If you spot a problem, no matter how small, deal with it NOW!
* Always put on and fasten your helmet before clipping in to the harness.
* Always carry out full pre-flight checks before launching.* Try to control the glider on the
ground facing forwards so as to keep the lines out of the prop. You should only turn to face the
glider to avoid falling backwards onto the motor.
* Don’t fly into danger - over water, trees, power lines etc. where an engine failure will leave
you in trouble.
* Try not to fly into the turbulence of your own wake or that of others, especially at low
altitude.
* It is unwise to fly hands-off below about 100m. AGL. As an engine failure below this height
may require you to make immediate control inputs to set up a landing approach.
* Never rely on the engine: it may cut out at any moment. Always fly as if it will, so fly the wing
– NOT the motor
* Except for collision avoidance, making a sharp turn against the torque effect during steep
climbs can be dangerous: you may rapidly stall and enter a spin.
* Avoid downwind low flying: it drastically reduces your options!
* Be sensitive to mechanical problems early. A noticeable change in engine tone or a new
vibration may spell trouble.
Land and check it out.
* Make sure your navigation is up to the job.
* Remember, not everyone enjoys your engine noise.
Care must be taken when flying near livestock.