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English Rev. 1.2 Effective: March 2018
Please read this manual
before you fly your U-Turn BLACKLIGHT 2
for the first time.

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  • Page 1 Manual English Rev. 1.2 Effective: March 2018 Please read this manual before you fly your U-Turn BLACKLIGHT 2 for the first time.

  • Page 2: Blacklight

    REACH YOUR GOALS FASTER #bLACkLiGHT2...

  • Page 3: Assumption Of Risk

    Communication is important to us as we are constantly striving to optimise our products in the sense of “pilots for pilots”. Your experiences are held as a high priority at U-Turn, and we are happy about active contributions in he form of suggestions and criticism. We are happy to help you with any unanswered questions.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    WeLCome To THe WorLd of U-TUrn. BLACKLIGHT 2 – InnovATIon, THAT WILL TAKe YoU fUrTHer BLACKLIGHT 2 Usage motorised Paragliding Winching Base- and brakeline adjustment Safety precautions eqUIPmenT deSCrIPTIon Short description risers Speed system Technical data U-Turn BLACKLIGHT 2...
  • Page 5 Packing Cleaning Check Storage and Transport repairs recycle fLIGHT ACCeSSorIeS LIneCode-Info BLACKLIGHT 2 ASSUmPTIon of rISK exemPTIon from LIABILITY, WAIver of CLAImS reqUIremenTS for LTf/en CerTIfICATIon InSTrUCTIon LeAfLeT for rePAIrS And 2-YeArLY-CHeCK LIne order form ProdUCT reGISTrATIon mAInTenAnCe mAnUAL...

  • Page 6: Welcome To The World Of U-Turn

    FLYING IS A PRIVILEGE. It creates moments of presence and of bliss. U-Turn is committed to the excitement of flying and is living this not just every day itself but also wants to make it accessible to as many people as possible.

  • Page 7: Blacklight 2 - Innovation, That Will Take You Further

    That admittedly posed a quite ambitioned challenge, that was more than achieved with the BLACKLIGHT 2. The new overall concept not only brings a clear increase on power but also the handling and safety were refined and optimized. Additionally, remarkable weight saving was realized through intelligent construction innovations.

  • Page 8: Usage

    It offers a fascinating sportive handling with impressive performance and high comfort. The BLACKLIGHT 2 was build exclusively for one-seated usage and is a light aircraft with a mass of less than 120 gks in the class of paragliders. The BLACKLIGHT 2 is sample inspected and certi- fied after LTf/en B.

  • Page 9: Winching

    LIGHT 2 offers the best conditions for winching operations. Take the following points into ac- count: – do not use a tow line tension over 100 kp with the U-Turn BLACKLIGHT 2. – If you are not operating at your usual winch, get acquainted with the local procedures. every visitor on unfamiliar flying grounds needs to get a good briefing by a local pilot.

  • Page 10: Safety Precautions

    Use the U-Turn BLACKLIGHT 2 only in wind strengths, in which you are able to control the wing to 100%. do not use the U-Turn BLACKLIGHT 2, in wind with a great gust factor. never use the glider with approaching thunderstorms or if probability of those of the development of thunderstorms is high.

  • Page 11: Equipment Description

    equiPMent descriPtion Short description ① ② ④ ⑤ ③ ⑥ ⑦ ⑧ ⑨ ① oBersegel / toP ② v-taPe ③ ProfilriPPen / Profil riPs ④ galerieleine / galeryline ⑤ untersegel / BottoM ⑥ gaBelleine / gaBelline ⑦ staBiloleine / staBiloline ⑧...

  • Page 12: Risers

    The A- and B-risers have different colors to ensure positive identification at take off and during a B-stall decent. other adjustable, removable or variable mechanisms are nonexistent. number of risers: 3+1 The risers of the U-Turn BLACKLIGHT 2 are made out of 10mm dyneema tube webbing. ① ① tWo stage accellerator...

  • Page 13: Speed System

    Speed System The U-Turn BLACKLIGHT 2 is equipped with a very effective foot actuated speed system. It increases the speed when applied up to approx. 15 km/h depending on the wing size and pilot weight resp. surface loading. Through the level steered speed system the profile form is main- tained therefore the outstanding flight features are kept even in high speed.

  • Page 14: Technical Data U-Turn Blacklight 2

    Zulassungsnummer errors and omissions expected. Subject to change without notice. reproduction in whole or in part without written permission of U-Turn GmbH is prohi- errors and omissions expected. Subject to change without notice. reproduction in whole or in part without written permission of U-Turn GmbH is prohibited.

  • Page 15: Pilot Profile

    Pilot Profile Requirements The BLACKLIGHT 2 is aimed at ambitioned xC pilots who are looking for a highly developed performance wing with sportive handling. The experienced pilot is able to recognize disturbanc- es at the first onset and can fully make use of the high performance potential by active flying.

  • Page 16: The Flight

    5. Wind and airspace (wind appropriate for launch, airspace is empty) The center of the U-Turn BLACKLIGHT 2 is marked by the U-Turn logo on the leading edge. It’s sufficient to hold only the main A-risers. Since the U-Turn BLACKLIGHT 2 has little to no ten- dency to overshoot, it requires only minimal brake input during the launch.

  • Page 17: Turning

    Start your landing preparation at sufficient altitude. due to its excellent flaring characteristics the U-Turn BLACKLIGHT 2 is very easy to land, when the brake is applied in the right moment. After a straight final approach against the wind let the glider slide and get up in the harness early enough.

  • Page 18: Rapid Decent

    raPid decent In any situation where you have to get down ASAP for different reasons e.g. thunderstorms, extreme updraft or other danger there are a couple of techniques to do so that are described in this following chapter. attEntion: The described manoeuvres stress your paraglider more than normal and should only be performed for practice or in a real emergency situation! „Big Ears“...

  • Page 19: Advanced Handling

    Spiral Dive Like a normal turn, initiating the spiral dive is very easy with the U-Turn BLACKLIGHT 2. The spiral dive leads to very good sink rates (up to 15-20 m/sec). To safely use the spiral dive when necessary it should be practised in calm conditions.

  • Page 20: Collapses

    U-Turn BLACKLIGHT 2 to collapse. Usually that situation is not danger- ous and clears itself automatically without any further input. To support the recovery, firmly ap- ply the brakes on the affected side and simultaneously steer opposite on the open side.

  • Page 21: Deep Stall

    Deep stall The U-Turn BLACKLIGHT 2 is not stall sensitive. If in a stall, caused by over-pulling on the brakes, the rear risers or a delayed B-stall exit, the release of the brakes or the rear risers, recovers the stall. Should the stall be caused by an extreme flight condition or configuration (i.e.

  • Page 22: Negative Turn

    Emergency Piloting In any situation where normal steering is not possible, the U-Turn BLACKLIGHT 2 can be easily steered and landed with the back risers. Turns can be flown with weight shift, however be care-...

  • Page 23: Maintenance And Care

    Uv radiation it is exposed to and the intensity and quality of care. A couple of tips for mainte- nance and care: – do not leave your U-Turn BLACKLIGHT 2 out in the sun more than necessary, but put it back into the backpack after your flight.

  • Page 24: Check

    Checking The BLACKLIGHT 2 needs to be checked according to the check intervals resp. hours of opera- tion. At the check the condition of all components is tested by strict guidelines. Subsequently the overall condition if the glider is assessed and recorded in the check protocol. The BLACK- LIGHT 2 needs to be checked after 24 months or 100 hour of operation.

  • Page 25: Flight Accessories

    All certified harness systems with mounting at about breast height are compatible with the U- Turn BLACKLIGHT 2. The lower the mounting point of the harness, the better you can steer the U-Turn BLACKLIGHT 2 by shifting your body weight.

  • Page 26: Linecode-Info Blacklight 2

    BlacKlight 2...
  • Page 27 BlacKlight 2 xs All line plans can be requested at U-Turn via the e-mail address info@u-turn.de. M A N U A L U - T U R N 26 | 27 B L A C K L I G H T 2...
  • Page 28 BlacKlight 2 s...
  • Page 29 BlacKlight 2 M M A N U A L U - T U R N 28 | 29 B L A C K L I G H T 2...
  • Page 30 BlacKlight 2 l...
  • Page 31 M A N U A L U - T U R N 30 | 31 B L A C K L I G H T 2...
  • Page 32 The usage of the U-Turn BLACKLIGHT 2 contains certain dangers of bodily harm or even death of the user of this product or a third party. With the use of the BLACKLIGHT 2 you consent to all known and unknown risks and accept probable and improbable risks of injury. The dangers in- nate with the practice this kind of sport can be reduced by adhering to the warning notes in the manual, as well as the required attention to detail on each flight.

  • Page 33: Exemption From Liability

    Hereby you declare, that -prior to use of the U-Turn BLACKLIGHT 2 you have read and understood the U-Turn BLACKLIGHT 2 user manual in its entirety, including directions and warnings, which are included in this user manual.

  • Page 34: Requirements For Ltf/En Certification

    38 cm 50-80 kg 42 cm 42 cm > 80 kg 46 cm 46 cm Ⓑ Ⓐ Control travel BLACKLIGHT 2 size Max. symmetrical control travel at max. weight > 55 cm > 60 cm > 60 cm > 65 cm...

  • Page 35: Instruction Leaflet For Repairs And 2-Yearly-Check

    Line check incl. strength test Air permability check repair of the marked damage Call-back at sighting of the glider Obersegel / Top Untersegel / Bottom U-TURN GmbH Fax: +49 (07464) 98912828 info@u-turn.de Im Neuneck 1 Tel. +49 (07464) 9891280 www.u-turn.de...

  • Page 36: Line Order Form

    Last Name: First Name Street address: ZIP code, City Country: Phone number: E-Mail: Reserve model: Size: Serial number: Comments/notes Line ID-code quantity U-TURN GmbH Fax: +49 (07464) 98912828 info@u-turn.de Im Neuneck 1 Tel. +49 (07464) 9891280 www.u-turn.de D-78609 Tuningen...

  • Page 37: Product Registration

    Date of purchase: Purchased at: Pilot since: Number of flights per year: Club: Yes, i would like to get informed on the newest activities and developments of U-Turn. U-TURN GmbH Fax: +49 (07464) 98912828 info@u-turn.de Im Neuneck 1 Tel. +49 (07464) 9891280 www.u-turn.de...

  • Page 38: Maintenance Manual

    English Rev. 1.2 Effective: april 2018 Copyright © 2018 by U-Turn GmbH, all right preserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced or developed further on in any way without written approval of the U-Turn GmbH. All technical details in this manual have been carefully checked by U-Turn. However we like to mention that we do not take any liability for possible mistakes, neither in legal responsibility, nor in liability cases that derive from mistakable details.

  • Page 39: Topic Of Inspection And Reinspection Intervals

    toPic of insPection and reinsPection in- tervals regular inspection according to aircraft inspection ordinance for standardized evaluated glid- ers. The inspection must take place in the given intervals. Ground handling needs to be includ- ed in the sum of flight hours. attEntion: In case of any abnormal flight behaviour, the manufacturer should be informed and the glider, if necessary, sent in for inspection.

  • Page 40: Necessary Equipment And Documentation

    necessary equipment and documentation – Gauge, preferably Kretschmer (brand) with manual – Bettsometer with manual – maintenance directions by manufacturer – original materials and spare parts, as well as original material list for the piece of equipment – Assertion of airworthiness for the piece of equipment –...

  • Page 41: Abrasion And Deformities

    abrasion and deformations With large and critical abraded and deformed areas, the entire cell panel in question must be replaced by the manufacturer. The determined values / modifications need to be recorded in the inspection log! testing of the ribs visual inspection of the chambers (from the leading to the trailing edge) whether the stitch- ing in the seams, cell partition ribs and reinforcements are in good shape, thus without tears, deformations, abrasions or damage of the coating.

  • Page 42: Connecting Parts

    Connection pieces Checking the risers and quick links – are chafe marks, kinks, tears, or severe signs of wear and tear present? – are all sewings firm? – is the accelerator pulley free and intact? – are the brake loop fasteners still sewn tight? –...

  • Page 43: Visual Check Of Trim And Adjustment

    measurement of the line lengths: Part of the regular data control is the measuring of the line lengths. – The lines must be measured with an attached load equal to 5 kgs to get comparable results. You will find the corresponding line lengths in the air sports equipment data sheet of your manual.

  • Page 44: Completed Check - Very Important

    – for paragliders, harnesses and rescue equipment that was checked, repaired, packed or repacked flown in or had other maintenance work done by personnel that was not author- ized by U-Turn, any warranty and guarantee is void! – All maintenance work must be carried out in accordance with the maintenance instructions in the operating instructions and the manufacturers special maintenance instructions and IHB publications.
  • Page 45 M A N U A L U - T U R N 44 | 45 B L A C K L I G H T 2...
  • Page 46 Copyright © 2017 by U-Turn GmbH, all rights preserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced or developed further on in any way without written approval of the U-Turn GmbH. All technical details in this manual have been carfully checked by U-Turn. However we like to mention that we don‘t take any liability for possible mistakes, neither in legal responsibility, nor in liability...

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