The prototype Genesis 1 flew for the first time in 1993, and various improvements were applied, resulting in the production version, Genesis 2. The later has slightly modified wing geometry, fully retractable landing gear and a ballistic parachute (optional).

The design provides for automatic control hookups, and a ballistic recovery parachute is intended to be fitted as standard. Kits and complete airframes are to be produced by Sportina Aviacija in Lithuania, the builder of the LAK-12. The production version, Genesis 2, is expected to bring empty weight back to close to that predicted for the prototype. Other refinements incorporated as a result of prototype flight testing include a change to the aerodynamic twist to the wing, a modified tip airfoil section and a retractable nose wheel.
The kit price in 1997 was US$27,900.

Wing span: 15.0 m
Length: 4.86 m
Wing Area: 11.15 sq.m
Airfoil: Roncz
Aspect ratio: 20.2
Empty weight: 241 kg
Max. weight: 526 kg
Minimum speed: 67 km/h
Maximum speed: 276 km/h
Stall: 42 mph
Best glide ratio: 44:1 at 97 km/h
Minimum sink rate: 0.58 m/s
Seats: 1

The Genesis I is a standard class glider from Marion, Ohio-based Group Genesis and intended for the homebuilt market.
Chief designer Jim Marske was given a clean sheet and chose a flying wing concept, but with conventional pilot pod and tall vertical stabiliser, topped by a small elevator, not tailplane. Aerodynamicist John Roncz, whose previous work has included the world-circling Voyager, did extensive work with computer modelling to come up with the final shape. The wing is a stable aerofoil with several changes in section and forward sweep across the span, and initial pilot reports (four different pilots flew the prototype within its first dozen flights) indicate high stability and control coordination.
The small horizontal surface found at the top of the Genesis’ fin is used only to control the glider’s angle of incidence. The wing has reverse sweep in order to put the variable masses close to the center of gravity, and incorporates water ballast tanks.
The prototype flew for the first time in 1993, and various improvements were applied, resulting in the production version, Genesis 2.
Specifications are for the prototype Genesis 1 as designed : on completion, empty weight was substantially greater.

Wing span: 15m / 49.2ft
Wing area: 11.19sq.m / 120.5sq.ft
Empty Weight: 227kg / 500lb
Payload: 298kg / 657lb
Gross Weight: 525kg / 1157lb
Wing Load: 46.91kg/sq.m / 9.6lb/sq.ft
Water Ballast: 0
Aspect ratio: 20.2
Speed max: 180 mph.
Cruise: 140 mph.
Stall: 40 mph.
L/DMax: 43 120 kph / 65 kt / 75 mph
MinSink: 0.71 m/s / 53 kt / 61 mph
Airfoil: Roncz G-74S
Structure: GFRP/CFRP/aramid
Seats: 1
Landing gear: single wheel.