Firebird Z-One
| Z-One | |
|---|---|
| Role | Paraglider |
| National origin | Germany |
| Manufacturer | Firebird Sky Sports AG |
| Status | Production completed |
| Produced | mid-2000s |
The Firebird Z-One is a German single-place, paraglider that was designed and produced by Firebird Sky Sports AG of Füssen in the mid-2000s. It is now out of production.[1]
Design and development[edit]
The Z-One was designed as a beginner glider. The models are each named for their relative size.[1]
Variants[edit]
- Z-One S
- Small-sized model for lighter pilots. Its 9.73 m (31.9 ft) span wing has a wing area of 26.8 m2 (288 sq ft), 40 cells and the aspect ratio is 3.98:1. The pilot weight range is 60 to 85 kg (132 to 187 lb). The glider model is DHV 1 certified.[1]
- Z-One M
- Mid-sized model for medium-weight pilots. Its 10.19 m (33.4 ft) span wing has a wing area of 28.6 m2 (308 sq ft), 40 cells and the aspect ratio is 3.98:1. The pilot weight range is 80 to 105 kg (176 to 231 lb). The glider model is DHV 1 certified.[1]
- Z-One L
- Large-sized model for heavier pilots. Its 10.70 m (35.1 ft) span wing has a wing area of 30.39 m2 (327.1 sq ft), 40 cells and the aspect ratio is 3.98:1. The pilot weight range is 100 to 130 kg (220 to 287 lb). The glider model is DHV 1 certified.[1]
Specifications (Z-One L)[edit]
Data from Bertrand[1]
General characteristics
- Crew: one
- Wingspan: 10.70 m (35 ft 1 in)
- Wing area: 32.39 m2 (348.6 sq ft)
- Aspect ratio: 3.98:1
Performance
- Maximum speed: 49 km/h (30 mph, 26 kn)
- Rate of sink: 1.2 m/s (240 ft/min)