Vertical Stabilizer for Hang Glider Gliding Wills Wing complete or parts Br. Red

Description

Wills Wing Vertical Stabilizer
Can be used with any make/model hang glider!
Five colors available! See our eBay Store for all selections!
Bright Fluorescent Reddish
Orange
Bright Fluorescent Yellow
Light Yellow
White
Royal Blue
Do you need just the cloth cover (part number 50G-1001)? MSRP , available now for only .95!
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Do you need the cloth cover plus the frame (40S-1450)? MSRP , available now for only .95!
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Do you need just the bushed keel extension (40S-1411/40S-1412/40S-1413/40S-1414)? MSRP 8, available now for only .95!
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Do you need the cloth cover plus the frame plus a bushed keel extension (40S-1420/40S-1430/40S-1440/40S-1445)? MSRP 8, available now for only 7.95!
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A note on Best Offers: If you make an offer, please specify whether the offer is for
The cloth cover alone (.95), or
The cloth cover plus the frame (.95), or
The cloth cover plus the frame plus the bushed keel extension
(which size keel extension do you want?)
(7.95), or
Some other part or combination of parts that you need.
Note:
Buyer must provide bolt or clevis pin
to affix the bushed keel extension to your existing keel. Bolt/clevis pin required for assembly, but not included with these items!
~~~~~ We have many HANG GLIDERS and pod & cocoon harnesses in stock...contact us if you don't see one that fits your needs. (262) 903-8800 for live tech support. ~~~~~
From the Wills Wing website:
Wills Wing has developed a Vertical Stabilizer attachment for the purpose of helping hang glider pilots minimize or eliminate problems with roll / yaw oscillations. The tendency towards oscillations of this type is present to some degree in all high aspect ratio gliders, particularly when flying at faster speeds in turbulence, and when towing (especially aero-towing). Pilots with sufficient skill and experience can usually control or prevent such oscillations. Pilots who are making the transition from entry level gliders to high performance gliders, and pilots learning new skills such as aero-towing, are often unable to adequately prevent or recover from these oscillations. In the case of aero-towing, this can be enough of a problem to be a barrier to learning this new skill. The Stabilizer is a great accessory for the advancing Beginner to Intermediate pilot.
The stabilizer increases yaw stability and yaw damping, and as a result makes the glider substantially less susceptible to getting into oscillations, and makes it easier to recover from them. It also slows down the glider’s roll response slightly, and changes the roll / yaw coupling somewhat. The Stabilizer installs (and is removed and packed) easily (see Vertical Stabilizer Installation Instructions). It can be used on every flight, if desired. Alternately, the pilot can choose to use it only in some conditions, or only during the initial transition to a new glider, or trying a new skill, such as aero-towing.
There are two particular situations in which we highly recommend the use of the stabilizer:
A pilot making the transition from a Falcon class glider to a higher performance, higher aspect ratio glider. In this case, the stabilizer provides an “intermediate configuration,” in terms of roll / yaw response, which eases the adjustment to what would otherwise be a more significant and difficult change in flight characteristics.
A pilot learning how to aero-tow. In this case the stabilizer makes it much easier for the pilot to remain “on track” following the tug.
The recommended sequence in either case would be:
Fly with the stabilizer in smooth air, until completely comfortable with all maneuvers, at all speeds, in that configuration.
Gradually fly in more and more active air, with the stabilizer, until completely comfortable in the most active air in which you wish to fly.
If desired, remove the stabilizer, and fly in smooth air, all speeds and maneuvers, until completely comfortable without the stabilizer.
If desired, repeat step (2), without the stabilizer
CAUTION: No vertical stabilizer should ever be attached in such a way that it is not oriented exactly vertically, and secured solidly against rotation. Gliders with removable rear keel sections must have those sections secured to the main keel with a through bolt or pin prior to mounting and using a stabilizer.
The following notes will help you determine which parts are correct for your application:
Current production U2’s and Sport 2’s are made with a removeable rear keel stinger, secured to the keel with a clevis pin and safety. This stinger can simply be swapped out for a pre-drilled and bushed stinger (40B-4001 – STINGER 42MM U2/S2 BUSHED FOR STABILIZER) that will accept the stabilizer frame. If you are ordering a new U2 or Sport 2, and request a stabilizer ready keel at the time of order, we will ship the glider with the bushed stinger installed at no extra charge.
A pilot who has a glider with the keel bushings already installed (all late-model Ultra Sports, for example) can buy just the 40S-1450 Stabilizer Assy (Frame and Cover Only) and fit it to his keel.
A pilot who has any other glider needs to purchase the appropriate 40S-1420, 30, 40, or 45 Stabilizer Keel Extension Assembly to fit the keel size they have:
Keel Diameter
Wills Wing Glider Models
42mm
Falcon 2 U2 Spectrum Super Sport XC HP=AT Falcon 140/170
Sport AT Sport
E HPII
88/89 Sport American 180
1 ¾
Ultra Sport
50mm
Falcon 195/225 Fusion 150 Talon
1.5
Sport American 167 HP II before 1988 HP 1 and earlier gliders.
A pilot who wants to fit a stabilizer to multiple gliders may want to buy a number of 40S-1411, 12, 13, 14 Keel Extensions as appropriate.
Stabilizer covers are available in all standard sailcloth colors, “WW” insignia (like wingtip) installed on left face unless otherwise requested.
The Elbow Coupling is attached to the frame trailing edge piece, and would not normally be purchased separately.
Wills Wing Vertical Stabilizer Parts & Prices (MSRP)
Part #
Description:
Retail
40R-8001
STABILIZER FRAME LEADING EDGE
.50
40R-8002
STABLZR FRAME TR EDGE W/ELBOW
.50
40S-1411
STABILIZR KEEL EXT FITS 42MM
8.00
40S-1412
STABILIZR KEEL EXT FITS 1 3/4
8.00
40S-1413
STABILIZR KEEL EXT FITS 50MM
8.00
40S-1414
STABILIZR KEEL EXT FITS 1 1/2
8.00
40S-1420
STABILIZR KIT ASSY FITS 42MM
8.00
40S-1430
STABILIZR KIT ASSY FTS 1 3/4
8.00
40S-1440
STABILIZR KIT ASSY FITS 50MM
8.00
40S-1445
STABILIZR KIT ASSY FITS 1.5"
8.00
40S-1450
STABILIZER – FRAME & COVER
.00
50G-1001
STABILIZER CLOTH COVER
.00
~~~~~ We have many HANG GLIDERS and pod & cocoon harnesses in stock...contact us if you don't see one that fits your needs. (262) 903-8800 for live tech support. ~~~~~
Note: Hang Gliding and Paragliding are forms of aviation which are considered hazardous sports with inherent risks. You must have proper instruction from a qualified instructor before undertaking any aspect of Hang Gliding or Paragliding. Fly cautiously, because you are safer if you don’t get into an emergency than you are if you need your reserve parachute to get out of one. No reserve parachute is 100% reliable, and no one should intentionally ride one down except to escape from an actual emergency. Seller accepts no responsibility or liability for the purchase and or subsequent use (or misuse) of this item, or any subsequent consequences, including property damage, injury or death. No warranties are implied or extended. By bidding on this auction you are agreeing with the above statement and hold the seller harmless.  If you need to find an instructor in your area, feel free to ask seller about instruction in your area or consult
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