SAFA SkySailor Magazine

35 March | April 2024 SKY SAILOR 8 in 10 pilots say the best way to learn new things is from other pilots, and your stories of narrow escapes can serve as valuable lessons. • We’re looking for first-hand accounts of weather-related close calls • You may be eligible for a free gift just for submitting your story • Get $500 if we publish your close call • You can remain anonymous. 2402.4847 Scan the QR code to submit your story One life-changing story. Countless lifesaving lessons. Pilots should have a solid and rehearsed gear check that covers all aspects of their gear and is conducted in the same sequence each flight. Be aware of your mind set and circumstances on launch and how they might affect or distract you and your performance. Including performing gear checks. When making modifications to critical harness ancillary equipment, such as the speedbar, measure and check, measure and check again, and measure and check again. #1670 – PG caught out by gust on launch, Tas PIC was setting up to launch their paraglider (low-mid EN-B) in gusty conditions at Winton (Tas). They positioned themselves well down the slope, out of the compression band. Wind was reducing from strong and gusty to milder with occasional gusts. The wing was still