Hiway Hang Gliders Explorer

The 1984 Hiway Hang Gliders Explorer glider had wire for the leading edge. They had pitch problems when the wire flipped at low angles of attack.

Wing area: 14.5 m²
Wing span: 10.4 m
Aspect ratio: 7.45
Hang glider weight: 32 kg
Minimum pilot weight: 57 kg
Maximum pilot weight: 89 kg
Packed length short: 3.2 m
Nose angle: 136°

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