Airwave Wave
| Airwave Wave | |
|---|---|
| Role | Paraglider |
| National origin | Austria |
| Manufacturer | Airwave Gliders |
| Designer | Bruce Goldsmith |
| Status | Production completed |
| Produced | mid–2000s |
The Airwave Wave 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 Wave was designed as a beginner glider, with the three models each named for their relative size.[1]
Variants
[edit]- Wave S
- Small-sized model for lighter pilots. Its wing has an area of 24.94 m2 (268.5 sq ft), 42 cells and the aspect ratio is 5.23:1. The pilot weight range is 65 to 85 kg (143 to 187 lb). The glider model is DHV 1 certified.[1]
- Wave M
- Mid-sized model for medium-weight pilots. Its wing has an area of 27.06 m2 (291.3 sq ft), 42 cells and the aspect ratio is 5.23:1. The pilot weight range is 80 to 100 kg (176 to 220 lb). The glider model is DHV 1 certified.[1]
- Wave L
- Large-sized model for heavier pilots. Its wing has an area of 29.27 m2 (315.1 sq ft), 42 cells and the aspect ratio is 5.23:1. The pilot weight range is 95 to 120 kg (209 to 265 lb). The glider model is DHV 1 certified.[1]
Specifications (Wave M)
[edit]Data from Bertrand[1]
General characteristics
- Crew: one
- Wing area: 27.06 m2 (291.3 sq ft)
- Aspect ratio: 5.23:1
Performance
- Maximum speed: 45 km/h (28 mph, 24 kn)