Paraglider inspection
Keep your paraglider in perfect flying condition thanks to the complete inspection and repair service we offer at NK Service, the official Niviuk service centre.
At what intervals should you check your wing?
According to its certification, a paraglider must be periodically inspected. This must be scheduled every 100 flying hours or every two years, whichever comes first.
What is the inspection procedure at NK Service?
The inspection is instigated by the customer’s online order, where they select one or more services on this page, and proceed to shipping the glider to our service centre. Upon receipt of the equipment, our technicians carry out a thorough inspection and inform the customer of the findings. If everything is in order, the paraglider is returned (at the customer’s expense) in perfect condition.
If damage or wear is detected and any part of the equipment needs repair, we propose a detailed solution and then the customer decides whether or not to proceed with the repair.
How long does an inspection take?
From the time we receive your glider until we return it to you inspected is approximately 10 – 15 working days, subject to variations due to situations beyond our control. Please note that if the inspection results in a repair, the delivery time may vary depending on the damage, the type of repair and the workload of our workshop.
How much does NK Service cost?
The NK Service’s in-house inspection rates are detailed on this page. If during the inspection we find that repairs are required, we will send you a detailed quotation which you must accept before we proceed.
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Porosity check. At five points on the upper surface and 5 points on the lower surface.
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Line tensile strength test. Includes the replacement of frayed lines.
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Fabric tear strength test.
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Trim check: measuring every line, checking the symmetry and adjustment to the original trim.
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General visual inspection: fabric of the upper and lower surfaces. Lines, attachment points and risers.
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Internal clean.
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Replacement of main brake lines.
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A detailed report of all tests carried out and their outcomes is provided.
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Porosity check. At five points on the upper surface and 5 points on the lower surface.
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Trim check: measuring every line, checking the symmetry and adjustment to the original trim.
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Fabric tear strength test.
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A detailed report of all tests carried out and their outcomes is provided.
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Inspection of 5 points across the upper surface.
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Inspection of 5 points across the lower surface.
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Average of balance sheet values.
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A detailed report of all tests carried out and their outcomes is provided.
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Tear.
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A detailed report of all tests carried out and their outcomes is provided.
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Line strength test to ascertain the condition of the lines.
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A detailed report of all tests carried out and their outcomes is provided.
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This does not include line replacement.
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Line length inspection.
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Symmetry and trim check.
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Adjustment of the original trim.
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A detailed report of all tests carried out and their outcomes is provided.
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Checking for possible damage.
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Detecting wear and tear.
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Wing: upper and lower surface, ribs, seams and line attachments.
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Lines: loop check (stitching) and main body of the lines, looking for possible defects.
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Attachment points
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Risers: surface of webbing and areas of wear and tear.
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