Airwave Scenic
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| Scenic | |
|---|---|
| General information | |
| Type | Paraglider |
National origin | Austria |
| Manufacturer | Airwave Gliders |
| Designer | |
| Status | Production completed |
| History | |
| Manufactured | mid-2000s |
The Airwave Scenic is an Austrian two-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 Scenic was designed as a tandem glider for flight training and as such was referred to as the Scenic Bi, indicating "bi-place" or two seater.[1]
The aircraft's 14.81 m (48.6 ft) span wing has 77 cells, a wing area of 43 m2 (460 sq ft) and an aspect ratio of 5.1:1. The pilot weight range is 140 to 220 kg (309 to 485 lb). The glider is DHV 1-2 certified.[1]
Specifications (Scenic Bi)
[edit]Data from Bertrand[1]
General characteristics
- Crew: one
- Capacity: one passenger
- Wingspan: 14.81 m (48 ft 7 in)
- Wing area: 43 m2 (460 sq ft)
- Aspect ratio: 5.1:1
Performance
- Maximum speed: 42 km/h (26 mph, 23 kn)