Airwave Ten
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| Ten | |
|---|---|
| General information | |
| Type | Paraglider |
National origin | Austria |
| Manufacturer | Airwave Gliders |
| Designer | |
| Status | Production completed |
| History | |
| Manufactured | mid-2000s |
The Airwave Ten is an Austrian single-place, paraglider that was designed by Bruce Goldsmith and produced by Airwave Gliders of Fulpmes. It is now out of production.[1]
Design and development
[edit]The Ten was designed as a competition glider and has a top speed of 65 km/h (40 mph). It is named for its glide ratio if 10:1. The models are each named for their relative size.[1]
Variants
[edit]- Ten S
- Small-sized model for lighter pilots. Its wing has an area of 24.46 m2 (263.3 sq ft), 75 cells and the aspect ratio is 6.25:1. The pilot weight range is 81 to 98 kg (179 to 216 lb).[1]
- Ten M
- Mid-sized model for medium-weight pilots. Its wing has an area of 26 m2 (280 sq ft), 75 cells and the aspect ratio is 6.25:1. The pilot weight range is 90 to 107 kg (198 to 236 lb).[1]
- Ten L
- Large-sized model for heavier pilots. Its wing has an area of 28.12 m2 (302.7 sq ft), 75 cells and the aspect ratio is 6.25:1. The pilot weight range is 102 to 120 kg (225 to 265 lb).[1]
Specifications (Ten M)
[edit]Data from Bertrand[1]
General characteristics
- Crew: one
- Wing area: 26 m2 (280 sq ft)
- Aspect ratio: 6.25:1
Performance
- Maximum speed: 65 km/h (40 mph, 35 kn)
- Maximum glide ratio: 10:1