The Swing development team spent a year fine-tuning and testing a new tandem glider before they were satisfied with the result. All of the standard requirements for a tandem glider have been satisfied. The Twin 4 received LTF/ EN-A classification from the DHV for a weight range of 140kg to 220kg without using the 8cm long trimmers. The Twin 4 is reportedly a pleasure to fly at the upper end of the weight range and also at the lower end because of its (nearly) “solo handling”. It was even flown with a load of only 110kg to make sure that the entire weight range permissible can be used effectively. Only “big ears” with open trimmers received LTF/EN-B classification.
The high arc technology was also used successfully for the Twin 4, making the canopy weight is only 8.6kg. A lightning flash design adorns the top surface of the Twin 4, while the bottom surface has been kept completely white so it can be used for sponsorship. In Germany, Austria and Switzerland, Swing also offer the Twin 4 to commercial tandem operators.
The first feedback: “Every time we made a test flight, it was a really effortless pleasure to launch on the TWIN 4! Whatever the launch area, whether tight, flat or tricky, we never had any problems! The very clearly arranged line design meant that we didn’t lose any time having to sort out lines. Brilliant design Michael!” (Peter Neuenschwander – CH – Swing Race team pilot)
Status – 3-4 weeks delivery time update on 22. Nov 2010
Twin 4 S Take-off weight incl. Equipment: 110-190 kg No. of cells: 49 Area flat: 42 sq.m Area projected: 35,8 sq.m Span flat: 15,1 m Span projected: 11,9 m Aspect ratio: 5,4 Aspect ratio projected: 3,96 Glider weight: 8,3 kg Min. sink rate approx: 1,05-1,15 m/s Max. speed approx: 45-47 km/h Trim speed approx: 38-40 km/h
Twin 4 Take-off weight incl. Equipment: 140-220 kg No. of cells: 49 Area flat: 43,9 sq.m Area projected: 37,5 sq.m Span flat: 15,4 m Span projected: 12,19 m Aspect ratio: 5,4 Aspect ratio projected: 3,96 Glider weight: 8,6 kg Min. sink rate approx: 1,05-1,15 m/s Max. speed approx: 45-47 km/h Trim speed approx: 38-40 km/h CEN Certification: EN B LTF-certification: LTF B
The Swing development team worked on a lightweight paraglider, which is suitable both for use as a mountain glider and also for everyday flying thanks. It was important to have a low weight and volume, and uncomplicated launch and flight characteristics. A 35gm/m² siliconised fabric was developed specifically for the Everest according to Swing specifications. Work on all aspects of the glider resulted in a weight reduction of 30% compared to gliders with similar construction.
The backpack supplied with the glider has also been reduced in weight and it has been adapted to suit the needs of a mountaineer-pilot. The cells of the Everest are individually suspended. A weight-optimised, Kevlar-strengthened 12mm wide webbing with high load capacity is incorporated for the risers. A 4-point riser system is used so that changes in the angle of attack on acceleration are even. This complex distribution means that the pilot is not under any disadvantage when using descent methods such as “big ears” or B-stall. The main lines of the Everest are made from sheathed Tecnora to protect them from chafing and damage on uneven surfaces. Unsheathed Dyneema lines are used for the top lines to keep the glider’s weight down.
The silicon fabric used for the Everest has high UV-resistance and abrasion resistance. Nylon bands are sewn into the top surface to stop the fabric slipping in the snow. It has sealable DIRT.EX openings on the stabilo lines so that dirt and debris can be removed from inside the paraglider.
The Everest has the same good-natured profile as the Axis 3. It is notable for its very low tendency to shoot forward and its easy launch procedure. The long control travel and the progressively increasing control pressure give the Everest forgiving behaviour in connection with the brakes, without creating a sluggish feeling. The paraglider has a particularly high degree of safety and is excellent for use on rough launch sites and in challenging flying areas.
Everest 22 Take-off weight incl. Equipment: 55-80 kg No. of cells: 37 Area flat: 25,4 sq.m Area projected: 22,9 sq.m Span flat: 11,45 m Span projected: 9,20 m Aspect ratio: 5,15 Aspect ratio projected: 3,65 Glider weight: 4,0 kg Min. sink rate approx: 1,1 m/s Max. speed approx: 45 km/h Trim speed approx: 36 km/h LTF-certification: DHV 1
Everest 24 Take-off weight incl. Equipment: 65-90 kg No. of cells: 37 Area flat: 27,3 sq.m Area projected: 24,7 sq.m Span flat: 11,85 m Span projected: 9,50 m Aspect ratio: 5,15 Aspect ratio projected: 3,65 Glider weight: 4,3 kg Min. sink rate approx: 1,1 m/s Max. speed approx: 45 km/h Trim speed approx: 36 km/h LTF-certification: DHV 1
Everest 26 Take-off weight incl. Equipment: 80-110 kg No. of cells: 37 Area flat: 29,2 sq.m Area projected: 26,5 sq.m Span flat: 12,25 m Span projected: 9,83 m Aspect ratio: 5,15 Aspect ratio projected: 3,65 Glider weight: 4,6 kg Min. sink rate approx: 1,1 m/s Max. speed approx: 45 km/h Trim speed approx: 36 km/h LTF-certification: DHV 1
Everest 28 Take-off weight incl. Equipment: 95-125 kg No. of cells: 37 Area flat: 31,1 sq.m Area projected: 28,2 sq.m Span flat: 12,65 m Span projected: 10,15 m Aspect ratio: 5,15 Aspect ratio projected: 3,65 Glider weight: 4,9 kg Min. sink rate approx: 1,1 m/s Max. speed approx: 45 km/h Trim speed approx: 36 km/h LTF-certification: DHV 1
Everest 30 Take-off weight incl. Equipment: 105-140 kg (mono) / 105-165 kg (tandem) No. of cells: 37 Area flat: 33,0 sq.m Area projected: 29,9 sq.m Span flat: 13,05 m Span projected: 10,47 m Aspect ratio: 5,15 Aspect ratio projected: 3,65 Glider weight: 5,2 kg Min. sink rate approx: 1,1 m/s Max. speed approx: 45 km/h Trim speed approx: 36 km/h LTF-certification: DHV 1
The goal of Swing’s development team was to design an uncompomising and manoeuvrable freestyle glider for loops, tumbles and other manoeuvres.
The Salto is is notable for its above average rotation speed due to its pronounced curvature and low roll damping in manoeuvres such as the helicopter. The design of the Salto is based on the Astral 4 and it is suitable for acro-beginners too.
The Salto is sold only to people who demonstrate mastery of their glider and hold the Breitenerprobung ( second stage of the DHV prototype license).
The Salto passed the shock load test using 100kg being subjected to 10 g. The glider does not have DHV certification.
Salto 19 Take-off weight incl. Equipment: <105 kg No. of cells: 57 Area flat: 22,35 sq.m Area projected: 19,2 sq.m Span flat: 11,14 m Span projected: 8,74 m Aspect ratio: 5,55 Aspect ratio projected: 3,98 Min. sink rate approx: 1,2 m/s Trim speed approx: 38 km/h Max. speed approx: >50 km/h LTF-certification: acro
Salto 21 Take-off weight incl. Equipment: >100 kg No. of cells: 57 Area flat: 23,5 sq.m Area projected: 20,2 sq.m Span flat: 11,4 m Span projected: 8,96 m Aspect ratio: 5,55 Aspect ratio projected: 3,98 Min. sink rate approx: 1,2 m/s Trim speed approx: 38 km/h Max. speed approx: >50 km/h LTF-certification: acro
The Mistral range was presented in 1996. The DHV1-2 model Swing is aimed to “appeal to all kinds of pilot” thanks to an increased performance, sensitive handling and high safety level. It has 51 cells and an aspect ratio of 5,36. The design team at Swing focused on reducing drag by optimizing the glider’s flow profile and reducing lines by 20% . “The result is a glider which scores a noticeable improvement in performance compared to its predecessor without compromising on safety. Its handling has become a little more lively and direct” say Swing.
It was available in 8 new color combinations, and the option of a personal choice of colors, and 5 sizes.
The Mistral is an intermediate glider using high tech “spare boom” technology. The application of this technology means that less lines are required and wind resistance is therefore minimized. Porcher Marine material is utilised for the Mistral cell wall construction. Carrington N1080 Nylon is used for upper and lower sail material. This material is ideally suited as it features a soft smooth surface and the lowest possible porosity level.
The Mistral is stable in turbulent air, features very direct handling without a tendency to go negative and highly comfortable brake pressure levels. Good launch, light weight and small pack volume characteristics, make the Mistral an ideal glider for the mountain climbing fraternity. A fast trim speed, high glide ratio and broad speed range combine to make the Mistral suited to cross country flying.
The Mistral 2 bridges the gap between beginner and intermediate gliders, designed for the advanced beginner. Numerous new designs with differences in the basic form and profile variations underwent computer simulation before the decision on the first prototype of the Mistral 3 was made. The Mistral 3 combines new safety requirements in the DHV 1-2 category with climb and glide performance along with lively handling. With its agile handling and performance-oriented design, the Mistral 3 is aimed at advanced pilots and pilots taking a step back from higher categories. Despite high steering agility, the Mistral 3 has good dampening and very high stability in turbulence.
The Mistral 3 has 50 cells and an aspect ratio of 5.25. The interior of V-tapes and a system of load-bearing tapes ensure good canopy stability. The riser system of the Mistral 3 was integrated with the canopy to allow effective acceleration with only the slightest drop in performance. A line configuration suited for the canopy design with reduced overall line use reduces the overall drag and increases the agility and performance.
Practical detail solutions such as the ERGO.GRIP – brake handles and DIRT.EX openings to remove dirt from the inside of the glider complete the Mistral 3.
The Swing development team set about improving on the Mistral 3 with the Mistral 4. From the outset the designers and test pilots concentrated on the glider’s performance. A major limitation is drag, and it was on precisely this point that the team focussed, optimising the glider’s flow profile and reducing its lines by 20%, a line length of 70m. The result is a glider with a noticeable improvement in performance. Its handling has become a little more lively and direct.
New software, many prototypes, countless tests under the leadership of Manuel Croci created the Mistral 5. Its convincing balance, combined with appealing sportiness, make the Mistral 5 a classy DHV1-2 glider.
Main differences from the Mistral 4 more lively and appealing handling with linear increase in control pressure better performance no D main lines greater aspect ratio higher wing-loading symmetrical and sporty design
The Mistral 5 has excellent launch and handling features, and was type-tested by the DHV for paramotor use (with and without trimmers and with extended take-off weight ranges). A raiser specifically for paramotor use was available separately from Swing for sizes 24, 26 and 28. There are no other changes compared to the LTF version.
The Mistral 6 provides an aspect ratio of 5.9. The combination of aspect ratio, plan form, profile, trim and sail tension is the reason for the performance of the Mistral 6. This glider is in the EN-B category and the Mistral 6 offers a speed increase of 13-14km/h.
Mistral 6
Even with a forward launch in nil wind, it striking easily and reliably rises above the pilot. High Arc Technology (HAT) gives this intermediate glider very appealing and sporty handling with good-natured extreme flight behaviour, despite its high aspect ratio. The Mistral 6 was very deliberately designed as a high-end intermediate glider. Thin risers, a high aspect ratio and sporty handling should appeal to the performance-oriented or advanced pilots.
Minimal steering input is all that is needed for the Mistral 6 for tight and well-defined circles. How it differs from the Mistral 5
aspect ratio 0.5 higher (5.4 / 5.9) HAT – High Arc Technology Flex Sticks in the leading edge Thinner risers Four new colours Seven colour combinations More direct and sporty handling Lighter canopy Status – 3-4 weeks delivery time update on 22. Nov 2010
The Swing development team wanted to design a high-performance tandem glider with good-natured flight characteristics, so it returned to the design principles of the successful Mistral 3. The result is the Mistral Twin, which combines direct and energy-saving handling with simple launch and flight behaviour. The particularly simple launch characteristics and excellent thermal properties of the Mistral Twin make it suitable both for professional use with inexperienced passengers and also for tandem cross-country flights.
The Mistral Twin has low take-off speed, and even with a high load, three steps are generally needed for the pilot and passenger to take off. The control pressure of the Mistral Twin is very low compared to other tandem gliders in the upper range and increases progressively. The glider has good dampening and high ground stability in turbulence and at the same time gives the pilot sensitive feedback on air movement and canopy response. With its large weight range from 135 to 230 kg, the Mistral Twin is particularly suitable for professional use.
The glider has a similar design to that of the Mistral 3 with 50 cells and an aspect ratio of 5.05. The elaborate interior of V-tapes and a system of load-bearing tapes ensures high canopy stability. The glider is equipped with an adjuster which enables a speed increase of approx. 5-6 km/h.
The results from the Mistral Twin’s load test showed that the glider would withstand 8g with a take-off weight of 304 kg. The wing was even subjected to top loads of 2.9 tonnes, without it being damaged. The top surface of the Mistral Twin is siliconised, which gives it high UV-resistance and ensures that the glider will have a long life.
Mistral 24 Pilot weight without equipment: 45 -65 kg Pilot weight including equipment: 60-80 kg Number of cells: 42 Number of additional ribs/spare booms: 34/56 Surface flat: 25,7 sq.m Projected surface: 23,7 sq.m Wingspan: 11,1 m Wingspan projected: 10,1 m Aspect ratio: 4,8 Aspect ratio projected: 4,3 Weight of glider: 5,6 kg Minimum sink: 1,10 m/s VMin / Vmax: 22 – 47 km/h Trim – speed: 42 km/h ACPUL Performance: Standard DHV 2-3
Mistral 27 Pilot weight without equipment: 53-80 kg Pilot weight including equipment: 68-95 kg Number of cells: 44 Number of additional ribs/spare booms: 36/62 Surface flat: 28,7 sq.m Projected surface: 26,7 sq.m Wingspan: 11,7 m Wingspan projected: 10,6 m Aspect ratio: 4,8 Aspect ratio projected: 4,3 Weight of glider: 5,9 kg Minimum sink: 1,10 m/s VMin / Vmax: 22 – 47 km/h Trim – speed: 38 km/h DHV 2
Mistral 30 Pilot weight without equipment: 75-110 kg Pilot weight including equipment: 90-125 kg Number of cells: 44 Number of additional ribs/spare booms: 36/62 Surface flat: 32,1 sq.m Projected surface: 30,1 sq.m Wingspan: 12,3 m Wingspan projected: 11,2 m Aspect ratio: 4,8 Aspect ratio projected: 4,3 Weight of glider: 6,2 kg Minimum sink: 1,10 m/s VMin / Vmax: 22 – 47 km/h Trim – speed: 37 km/h DHV 2
Mistral 33 Pilot weight without equipment: 85-120 kg Pilot weight including equipment: 100-135 kg Number of cells: 46 Number of additional ribs/spare booms: 38/62 Surface flat: 34,5 sq.m Projected surface: 32,5 sq.m Wingspan: 13,0 m Wingspan projected: 11,8 m Aspect ratio: 4,95 Aspect ratio projected: 4,4 Weight of glider: 6,4 kg Minimum sink: 1,10 m/s VMin / Vmax: 22 – 47km/h Trim – speed: 38 km/h DHV 2
Mistral Twin Pilot weight without equipment: 120-180 kg Pilot weight including equipment: 150-200 kg Number of cells: 48 Number of additional ribs/spare booms: 0/0 Surface flat: 42,3 sq.m Projected surface: 39,3 sq.m Wingspan: 14,3 m Wingspan projected: 12,8 m Aspect ratio: 4,8 Aspect ratio projected: 4,3 Weight of glider: 8,5 kg Minimum sink: 1,10 m/s VMin / Vmax: 22 – 42 km/h Trim – speed: 42 km/h DHV 2 Price (1998) 6650 DM
Mistral 2 2.22 Take-off weight incl. Equipment: 60-80 kg No. of cells: 52 Area flat: 23,9 sq.m Area projected: 21,1 sq.m Span flat: 11,4 m Span projected: 9,4 m Aspect ratio: 5,2 Glider weight: 5,7 kg Trim speed approx: 35-36 km/h Max. speed approx: 47 km/h LTF-certification: 1-2 GH
Mistral 2 2.24 Take-off weight incl. Equipment: 70-95 kg No. of cells: 52 Area flat: 26,7 sq.m Area projected: 23,6 sq.m Span flat: 11,8 m Span projected: 9,9 m Aspect ratio: 5,2 Glider weight: 6 kg Trim speed approx: 35-36 km/h h Max. speed approx: 47 km/h LTF-certification: 1-2 GH
Mistral 2 2.26 Take-off weight incl. Equipment: 85-110 kg No. of cells: 52 Area flat: 29,5 sq.m Area projected: 25,7 sq.m Span flat: 12,4 m Span projected: 10,4 m Aspect ratio: 5,2 Glider weight: 6,3 kg Trim speed approx: 35-37 km/h Max. speed approx: 48 km/h LTF-certification: 1-2 GH
Mistral 2 2.28 Take-off weight incl. Equipment: 100-130 kg No. of cells: 52 Area flat: 31,9 sq.m Area projected: 27,8 sq.m Span flat: 12,9 m Span projected: 10,8 m Aspect ratio: 5,2 Glider weight: 6,7 kg Trim speed approx: 35-36 km/h Max. speed approx: 47 km/h LTF-certification: 1-2 GH
Mistral 3 3.22 Take-off weight incl. Equipment: 55-80 kg No. of cells: 50 Area flat: 25,5 sq.m Area projected: 22,1 sq.m Span flat: 11,60 m Span projected: 9,20 m Aspect ratio: 5,25 Aspect ratio projected: 3,8 Glider weight: 6,1 kg Min. sink rate approx: 1,05 Max. speed approx: >50 km/h Trim speed approx: 37 km/h LTF-certification: 1-2
Mistral 3 3.24 Take-off weight incl. Equipment: 65-90 kg No. of cells: 50 Area flat: 27 sq.m Area projected: 23,5 sq.m Span flat: 11,90 m Span projected: 9,50 m Aspect ratio: 5,25 Aspect ratio projected: 3,8 Glider weight: 6,4 kg Min. sink rate approx: 1,05 m/s Max. speed approx: >50 km/h Trim speed approx: 37 km/h LTF-certification: 1-2
Mistral 3 3.26 Take-off weight incl. Equipment: 80-105 kg No. of cells: 50 Area flat: 29,2 sq.m Area projected: 25,4 sq.m Span flat: 12,40 m Span projected: 9,90 m Aspect ratio: 5,25 Aspect ratio projected: 3,8 Glider weight: 6,8 kg Min. sink rate approx: 1,05 m/s Max. speed approx: >50 km/h Trim speed approx: 37 km/h LTF-certification: 1-2
Mistral 3 3.28 Take-off weight incl. Equipment: 95-125 kg No. of cells: 50 Area flat: 31,4 sq.m Area projected: 27,3 sq.m Span flat: 12,80 m Span projected: 10,20 m Aspect ratio: 5,25 Aspect ratio projected: 3,8 Glider weight: 7,1 kg Min. sink rate approx: 1,05 m/s Max. speed approx: >50 km/h Trim speed approx: 37 km/h LTF-certification: 1-2
Mistral 3 3.28 3.30 Take-off weight incl. Equipment: 105-140 kg No. of cells: 50 Area flat: 32,9 sq.m Area projected: 28,5 sq.m Span flat: 13,1 m Span projected: 10,5 m Aspect ratio: 5,25 Aspect ratio projected: 3,8 Glider weight: 7,4 kg Min. sink rate approx: 1,05 m/s Max. speed approx: >50 km/h Trim speed approx: 37 km/h LTF-certification: 1-2
Mistral 4 4.22 Take-off weight incl. Equipment: 55-75 kg No. of cells: 51 Area flat: 25,4 sq.m Area projected: 21,9 sq.m Span flat: 11,67 m Span projected: 9,3 m Aspect ratio: 5,36 Aspect ratio projected: 3,86 Glider weight: 6,1 kg Min. sink rate approx: 1,05 m/s Max. speed approx: >50 km/h Trim speed approx: 37 km/h LTF-certification: 1-2
Mistral 4 4.24 Take-off weight incl. Equipment: 65-90 kg No. of cells: 51 Area flat: 26,9 sq.m Area projected: 23,2 sq.m Span flat: 12 m Span projected: 9,50 m Aspect ratio: 5,36 Aspect ratio projected: 3,86 Glider weight: 6,25 kg Min. sink rate approx: 1,05 m/s Max. speed approx: >50 km/h Trim speed approx: 37 km/h LTF-certification: 1-2
Mistral 4 4.26 Take-off weight incl. Equipment: 80-105 kg No. of cells: 51 Area flat: 28,9 sq.m Area projected: 24,9 sq.m Span flat: 12,5 m Span projected: 9,82 m Aspect ratio: 5,36 Aspect ratio projected: 3,86 Glider weight: 6,5 kg Min. sink rate approx: 1,05 m/s Max. speed approx: >50 km/h Trim speed approx: 37 km/h LTF-certification: 1-2
Mistral 4 4.28 Take-off weight incl. Equipment: 90-115 kg No. of cells: 51 Area flat: 30,4 sq.m Area projected: 26,2 sq.m Span flat: 12,80 m Span projected: 10,1 m Aspect ratio: 5,36 Aspect ratio projected: 3,86 Glider weight: 7,1 kg Min. sink rate approx: 1,05 m/s Max. speed approx: >50 km/h Trim speed approx: 37 km/h LTF-certification: 1-2
Mistral 4 4.30 Take-off weight incl. Equipment: 105-135 kg No. of cells: 51 Area flat: 32,5 sq.m Area projected: 28,1 sq.m Span flat: 13,2 m Span projected: 10,4 m Aspect ratio: 5,36 Aspect ratio projected: 3,86 Glider weight: 7,4 kg Min. sink rate approx: 1,05 m/s Max. speed approx: >50 km/h Trim speed approx: 37 km/h LTF-certification: 1-2
Mistral 5 5.22 Take-off weight incl. Equipment: 60-80 kg No. of cells: 52 Area flat: 25,0 sq.m Area projected: 21,5 sq.m Span flat: 11,6 m Span projected: 9,2 m Aspect ratio: 5,4 Aspect ratio projected: 3,9 Glider weight: 5,5 kg Min. sink rate approx: 1,05 m/s Max. speed approx: >50 km/h Trim speed approx: 38 km/h EN Homologation: B LTF-certification: 1-2
Mistral 5 5.24 Take-off weight incl. Equipment: 75-100 kg No. of cells: 52 Area flat: 27 sq.m Area projected: 23,2 sq.m Span flat: 12,1 m Span projected: 9,6 m Aspect ratio: 5,4 Aspect ratio projected: 3,9 Glider weight: 5,8 kg Min. sink rate approx: 1,05 m/s Max. speed approx: >50 km/h Trim speed approx: 38 km/h EN Homologation: B LTF-certification: 1-2
Mistral 5 5.26 Take-off weight incl. Equipment: 85-110 kg No. of cells: 52 Area flat: 28,9 sq.m Area projected: 24,9 sq.m Span flat: 12,5 m Span projected: 9,9 m Aspect ratio: 5,4 Aspect ratio projected: 3,9 Glider weight: 6,15 kg Min. sink rate approx: 1,05 m/s Max. speed approx: >50 km/h Trim speed approx: 38 km/h EN Homologation: B LTF-certification: 1-2
Mistral 5 5.28 Take-off weight incl. Equipment: 95-130 kg No. of cells: 52 Area flat: 30,4 sq.m Area projected: 26,2 sq.m Span flat: 12,80 m Span projected: 10,2 m Aspect ratio: 5,4 Aspect ratio projected: 3,9 Glider weight: 6,35 kg Min. sink rate approx: 1,05 m/s Max. speed approx: >50 km/h Trim speed approx: 38 km/h EN Homologation: B LTF-certification: 1-2
Mistral 5 5.30 Take-off weight incl. Equipment: 105-150 kg No. of cells: 52 Area flat: 33,4 sq.m Area projected: 28,9 sq.m Span flat: 13,4 m Span projected: 10,6 m Aspect ratio: 5,4 Aspect ratio projected: 3,9 Glider weight: 6,55 kg Min. sink rate approx: 1,05 m/s Max. speed approx: >50 km/h Trim speed approx: 38 km/h EN Homologation: B LTF-certification: 1-2
Mistral 6 22 Take-off weight incl. Equipment: 60-80 kg No. of cells: 52 Area flat: 24,2 sq.m Area projected: 20,7 sq.m Span flat: 11,94 m Span projected: 9,37 m Aspect ratio: 5,9 Aspect ratio projected: 4,25 Glider weight: 5,3 kg Min. sink rate approx: 1,05 m/s Max. speed approx: >50 km/h Trim speed approx: 38 km/h EN: B LTF-certification: B
Mistral 6 24 Take-off weight incl. Equipment: 65-90 kg No. of cells: 52 Area flat: 25,6 sq.m Area projected: 21,9 sq.m Span flat: 12,3 m Span projected: 9,65 m Aspect ratio: 5,9 Aspect ratio projected: 4,25 Glider weight: 5,6 kg Min. sink rate approx: 1,05 m/s Max. speed approx: >50 km/h Trim speed approx: 38 km/h EN: B LTF-certification: B
Mistral 6 26 Take-off weight incl. Equipment: 80-105 kg No. of cells: 52 Area flat: 27 sq.m Area projected: 23,1 sq.m Span flat: 12,62 m Span projected: 9,9 m Aspect ratio: 5,9 Aspect ratio projected: 4,25 Glider weight: 5,85 kg Min. sink rate approx: 1,05 m/s Max. speed approx: >50 km/h Trim speed approx: 38 km/h EN: B LTF-certification: B
Mistral 6 28 Take-off weight incl. Equipment: 90-115 kg No. of cells: 52 Area flat: 28,4 sq.m Area projected: 24,3 sq.m Span flat: 12,95 m Span projected: 10,15 m Aspect ratio: 5,9 Aspect ratio projected: 4,25 Glider weight: 6,1 kg Min. sink rate approx: 1,05 m/s Max. speed approx: >50 km/h Trim speed approx: 38 km/h EN: B LTF-certification: B
Mistral 6 30 Take-off weight incl. Equipment: 105-130 kg No. of cells: 52 Area flat: 29,8 sq.m Area projected: 25,5 sq.m Span flat: 13,25 m Span projected: 10,41 m Aspect ratio: 5,9 Aspect ratio projected: 4,25 Glider weight: 6,4 kg Min. sink rate approx: 1,05 m/s Max. speed approx: >50 km/h Trim speed approx: 38 km/h EN: B LTF-certification: B
Mistral Twin 35 Take-off weight incl. Equipment: 125-195 kg No. of cells: 50 Area flat: 40,1 sq.m Area projected: 34,8 sq.m Span flat: 14,2 m Span projected: 11,27 m Aspect ratio: 5,05 Aspect ratio projected: 3,65 Glider weight: 8,8 kg Min. sink rate approx: 1,05-1,15 m/s Max. speed approx: 42-45 km/h Trim speed approx: 36-39 km/h LTF-certification: 1-2
Mistral Twin 38 Take-off weight incl. Equipment: 130-230 kg No. of cells: 50 Area flat: 43,4 sq.m Area projected: 37,7 sq.m Span flat: 14,8 m Span projected: 11,72 m Aspect ratio: 5,05 Aspect ratio projected: 3,65 Glider weight: 9,3 kg Min. sink rate approx: 1,05-1,15 m/s Max. speed approx: 42-45 km/h Trim speed approx: 36-39 km/h LTF-certification: 1-2
The Swing Ventus 2 is a development of the Swing Cirrus competition glider with 66 cells (M). Designed for cross country.
Ventus L Paraglider circa 1998. Wing area: 33.3 sq.m Certification: DHV 2-3 Pilot weight: 95-125 kg No. of cells: 54 Wing span: 13.4 m Aspect ratio: 5.45 Min sink: 1 m/s Max speed: 50 kph Price (1998) 6450 DM
Ventus M Paraglider circa 1998. Wing area: 30.8 sq.m Certification: DHV 2-3 Pilot weight: 80-110 kg No. of cells: 54 Wing span: 12.95 m Aspect ratio: 5.45 Min sink: 1 m/s Max speed: 50 kph Price (1998) 6250 DM
Ventus S Paraglider circa 1998. Wing area: 28 sq.m Certification: DHV 2-3 Pilot weight: 65-90 kg No. of cells: 54 Wing span: 12.35 m Aspect ratio: 5.45 Min sink: 1 m/s Max speed: 50 kph Price (1998) 6050 DM
Following on from the Nimbus, the Swing Cirrus was designed for performance, cross country and competition. Swing developed diagonal V-tapes system combined with additional bridges for the demands of a glider in this glass. The Cirrus uses Carrington sail material.
The Cirrus 2 for cross-country and competitive pilots who still want a DHV certified glider. Originating directly from the competition wing Cirrus, and equipped with diagonal tape construction which has been further developed, the Cirrus 2 has a 3 year (or 300 flight hours) warranty for the complete package.
A very good rate of glide is achieved even at high speeds over 50km/h.
The Cirrus 3 performance model was aimed at the “ambitious cross country and competition pilots”, and its design was derived from the competition model Stratus 4. Construction features include full diagonal ribs and “a line geometry that reduces drag and is thus conducive to efficiency”, according to the German company. They used Perseverance PN 6 for the top surface of the canopy and Toray WT 7 for the bottom surface; and it can be ordered with competition lines made from unsheathed aramid lines. Swing remarks that it has a “very sensitive and precisely defined handling, which gives the pilot constant feedback during flight and an excellent glide potential throughout the speed range”. Aspect ratio is 5,8; maximum speed is claimed to be around 54 k/h, and the size 24 has passed DHV certification 2-3.
Price (1998) 6490 DM
Cirrus 3
Very precise production specifications for the manufacture of the Cirrus 3 result in a product with high aerodynamic quality, which gives increased performance, particularly with elaborately constructed paragliders. Swing has used the combination of 44g/sq.m silicone-coated Perseverance PN 6 for the top surface and Toray WT 7 for the bottom surface.
The distinctive features of the Cirrus 4 are its elongated shape and its profile, which is a modified version of the Stratus 5 profile. The Cirrus 4 fulfils the requirements for DHV 2-3 certification, given the many elaborate design features which increase its safety, whilst maintaining the high-performance profile of the Stratus family of gliders.
The Cirrus 4 has a very flat polar curve, even at high speed, which creates the best conditions for long glides, and smooth and reactive handling, which makes it very agile.
Cirrus (Polare) S Max weight: 65-85 kg Pilot weight without eq: 50-70 kg Recommendet Pilot weight: 50-65 kg Number of cells: 76 Number of add. Ribs: 144 Surface area flat: 24,5 sq.m Surface area projected: 21,7 sq.m Wingspan flat: 12,40 m Wingspan projected: 9,75 m Aspect ratio flat: 6,0 Weight of glider: 7 kg Minimum sink: 1,0 m/s VMin / Vmax: 24 – 56 km/h Trim Speed: 38 km/h
Cirrus (Polare) M Max weight: 80-105 kg Pilot weight without eq: 65-85 kg Recommendet Pilot weight: 65-80 kg Number of cells: 76 Number of add. Ribs: 144 Surface area flat: 27 sq.m Surface area projected: 24,5 sq.m Wingspan flat: 12,88 m Wingspan projected: 10,15 m Aspect ratio flat: 6,0 Weight of glider: 7,5 kg Minimum sink: 1,0 m/s VMin / Vmax: 24 – 56 km/h Trim Speed: 38 km/h
Cirrus (Polare) L Max weight: 95 – 125 kg Pilot weight without eq: 80-110 kg Recommendet Pilot weight: 80-110 kg Number of cells: 76 Number of add. Ribs: 144 Surface area flat: 30,8 sq.m Surface area projected: 27,4 sq.m Wingspan flat: 13,73 m Wingspan projected: 10,52 m Aspect ratio flat: 6,0 Weight of glider: 8 kg Minimum sink: 1,0 m/s VMin / Vmax: 24 – 56 km/h Trim Speed: 38 km/h
Cirrus 2 2.23 Take-off weight incl. Equipment: 60-85 kg No. of cells: 76 Area flat: 25 sq.m Area projected: 22,5 sq.m Span flat: 12,1 m Span projected: 10,11 m Aspect ratio: 5,86 Glider weight: 6,4 kg Trim speed: 35-36 km/h Max. speed: 54 km/h DHV-certification: DHV 2-3 GH
Cirrus 2 2.25 Take-off weight incl. Equipment: 85-110 kg No. of cells: 76 Area flat: 27 sq.m Area projected: 24,6 sq.m Span flat: 12,6 m Span projected: 10,52 m Aspect ratio: 5,86 Glider weight: 7,1 kg Trim speed: 37 km/h Max. speed: 54 km/h DHV-certification: DHV 2-3 GH
Cirrus 2 2.27 Take-off weight incl. Equipment: 95-125 kg No. of cells: 76 Area flat: 29 sq.m Area projected: 26,7 sq.m Span flat: 13,0 m Span projected: 10,96 m Aspect ratio: 5,86 Glider weight: 7,5 kg Trim speed: 36-37 km/h Max. speed: 54 km/h DHV-certification: DHV 2-3 GH
Cirrus 3 3.22 Take-off weight incl. Equipment: 70-90 kg No. of cells: 75 Area flat: 26,0 sq.m Area projected: 23 sq.m Span flat: 12,30 m Span projected: 9,75 m Aspect ratio: 5,8 Glider weight: 6,8 kg Trim speed approx: 37 km/h Max. speed approx: 54 km/h Min. sink rate approx: 1,05 m/s Aspect ratio projected: 4,5 LTF-certification: DHV 2/2-3
Cirrus 3 3.24 Take-off weight incl. Equipment: 80-105 kg No. of cells: 75 Area flat: 27,5 sq.m Area projected: 24,3 sq.m Span flat: 12,65 m Span projected: 10,1 m Aspect ratio: 5,8 Glider weight: 7,2 kg Trim speed approx: 37 km/h Max. speed approx: 54 km/h Min. sink rate approx: 1,05 m/s Aspect ratio projected: 4,5 LTF-certification: DHV 2/2-3
Cirrus 3 3.26 Take-off weight incl. Equipment: 100-125 kg No. of cells: 75 Area flat: 30,0 sq.m Area projected: 26,4 sq.m Span flat: 13,20 m Span projected: 10,4 m Aspect ratio: 5,8 Glider weight: 7,8 kg Trim speed approx: 37 km/h Max. speed approx: 54 km/h Min. sink rate approx: 1,05 m/s Aspect ratio projected: 4,5 LTF-certification: DHV 2/2-3
Cirrus 4 4.22 Take-off weight incl. Equipment: 70-90 kg No. of cells: 67 Area flat: 26 sq.m Area projected: 22,4 sq.m Span flat: 12,3 m Span projected: 9,9 m Aspect ratio: 5,85 Glider weight: 6,7 kg Trim speed approx: 38 km/h Max. speed approx: 54 km/h Min. sink rate approx: 1,05 m/s Aspect ratio projected: 4,35 LTF-certification: DHV 2-3
Cirrus 4 4.24 Take-off weight incl. Equipment: 80-105 kg No. of cells: 67 Area flat: 27 sq.m Area projected: 23,3 sq.m Span flat: 12,6 m Span projected: 10,1 m Aspect ratio: 5,85 Glider weight: 6,9 kg Trim speed approx: 38 km/h Max. speed approx: 54 km/h Min. sink rate approx: 1,05 m/s Aspect ratio projected: 4,35 LTF-certification: DHV 2-3
Cirrus 4 4.26 Take-off weight incl. Equipment: 95-115 kg No. of cells: 67 Area flat: 28,5 sq.m Area projected: 24,6 sq.m Span flat: 12,9 m Span projected: 10,4 m Aspect ratio: 5,85 Glider weight: 7,2 kg Trim speed approx: 38 km/h Max. speed approx: 54 km/h Min. sink rate approx: 1,05 m/s Aspect ratio projected: 4,35 LTF-certification: DHV 2-3
