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Impuls 14

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General information
TypeHang glider
National originGermany
ManufacturerImpuls
StatusProduction completed

The Impuls 14 is a German high-wing, single-place, hang glider that was designed and produced by Impuls of Munich.[1]

The aircraft is no longer in production.[2]

Design and development

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The Impuls 14 was designed as a beginner and school wing for flight training and is certified as DHV Class 2. It is named for its wing area, which is 14 m2 (150 sq ft).[1]

The aircraft is made from aluminum tubing, with the wing covered in Dacron sailcloth. Its 9 m (29.5 ft) span wing is cable braced from a single kingpost. The nose angle is 122° and the aspect ratio is 5.8:1. Pilot hook-in weight range is 45 to 78 kg (99 to 172 lb).[1]

Specifications (14)

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Data from Bertrand[1]

General characteristics

  • Crew: one
  • Wingspan: 9 m (29 ft 6 in)
  • Wing area: 14 m2 (150 sq ft)
  • Aspect ratio: 5.8:1

References

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  1. 1 2 3 4 Bertrand, Noel; Rene Coulon; et al: World Directory of Leisure Aviation 2003-04, page 46. Pagefast Ltd, Lancaster OK, 2003. ISSN 1368-485X
  2. Impuls (n.d.). "Die Impuls Flugdrachen GmbH hat die Produktion von Fluggeräten eingestellt. (German language)". Retrieved 26 February 2012.