Paraavis Dart
| Dart | |
|---|---|
| Role | Paraglider |
| National origin | Russia |
| Manufacturer | Paraavis |
| Introduction | mid-2000s |
| Status | Production completed |
The Paraavis Dart is a Russian single-place paraglider that was designed and produced by Paraavis of Moscow. It is now out of production.[1]
Design and development
[edit]The Dart was designed as a competition and performance glider.[1]
The Dart's 12.56 m (41.2 ft) span wing has 80 cells, a wing area of 27.2 m2 (293 sq ft) and an aspect ratio of 5.8:1. The crew weight range is 80 to 104 kg (176 to 229 lb) and the aircraft is AFNOR certified in the "performance" category.[1]
Specifications (Dart)
[edit]Data from Bertrand[1]
General characteristics
- Crew: one
- Wingspan: 12.56 m (41 ft 2 in)
- Wing area: 27.2 m2 (293 sq ft)
- Aspect ratio: 5.8:1
Performance
- Maximum speed: 55 km/h (34 mph, 30 kn)
- Rate of sink: 1.0 m/s (200 ft/min)