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1 General

The ATOS-VRS LIGHT is a class 5 rigid wing. It is a real all-rounder and is suitable for use in

competitions as well as for beginners. It is especially appropriate for lighter pilots up to a body

weight of around 165lbs. The ATOS-VRS LIGHT uses self-supporting CFRP spars to which folding

ribs are attached that hold the sail and ensure the profile of the wing. The ATOS-VRS LIGHT turns

by spoilers that are attached to the upper side of the sail. They are controlled by moving the control

bar side to side. Pitch is controlled with weight shift. To increase pitch stability, the ATOS-VRS

LIGHT is equipped with an elevator.

The carbon fiber spar is sensitive to point loads. It is important the contact surface with any rack is

as large as possible during transport. A ladder and several padded rungs is a good choice. If there

are only two contact surfaces, the rack pad should support at least 8 inches of the spar. AIR has

spar supports especially designed for roof racks. Straps to secure the glider should not be overly

tight. Just enough to keep the glider from moving. It is better to place two straps next to each other

instead of one on top of the other in order to achieve a larger contact surface here as well. Wide

straps are also better. A waterproof cover bag is recommended when the roads are wet and

especially in salty areas. If wet, the ATOS-VRS LIGHT should be dried as quickly as possible to

avoid mold stains on the sail and corrosion of the metal parts. The spars and ribs can also absorb

small amounts of moisture if they are wet for long periods of time.