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Sup’Air Sora

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Sora Tandem

For optimal control, trimmers either accelerate or slow the glider down. They are fitted on a double strap and produce a softer sensation, in particular for the passenger, and to reduce the effort in pulling them down. They attach to the bottom of the riser with a magnet to stop them flapping in the wind.

The positioning of rods reinforcing the profile has been especially designed in order to prevent friction on the upper surface thanks to a “buffer zone”, in order to prevent early ageing and guarantee high durability. The Sora is also fitted with brake tabs adjustable in height, so pilots of all sizes may fly it in comfort.

Big ears stay in place thanks to a dedicated blocker, which is located facing the pilot for better control and safety. A new wingtip clean-up system will help remove stones and twigs from the glider more easily.

The wide certified weight range is from 120kg to 220kg.

Sup’Air

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Since 2012, Supair have owned their own brand of paraglider, developed by, amongst others, Pierre-Yves Alloix (formerly with Escape).

Laurent Chiabaut was on his own at the helm of Supair since the loss of Pierre Bouilloux.

Supair, the French manufacturer which was initially known for its harnesses, then its reserves, has bought the Czech brand Gradient. Gradient is one of the best known makes of wings, but for some time now they seem to have been economically stifled.

Laurent Chiabaut & Ondrej Dupal

The Gradient brand and models will continue to be developed in parallel to the Supair wings and Ondrej Dupal will remain fully active.

Sundog Powerchutes Two seater

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A two-seater powered parachute, constructed with 6061T6 – Tubing + Plate, 304SS – Stainless Steel, and AN bolts. The risers are nylon webbing. The airframe/ cart, seat belts, and upholstery colour range is optional.

Dual Controls: Throttle + Steering

2009 Kit Price: 15,995 US$
2009 Price: $20,750.00 Canadian Dollars, assembled.

Engine: Rotax 582, 65 hp
E box, electric start
Fuel Tank: 10 USG
Parachute: Apco 500
Prop: Powerfin or GSC
Empty weight: 152 kg / 336 lbs.
MTOW Weight: 222 kg / 489 lbs
Length: 101 in
Width: 76 in
Height: 84 in
Air Speed: 28 to 33 mph
Takeoff Distance: 60 – 200 ft
Landing Distance: 30 – 100 ft
Glide Ratio: 4 – 5 to 1
Rate Of Climb: 400 – 800 ft/min.
Sink Rate: 500 – 700 ft/min.

Sundog Powerchutes PPC One seat

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A one-seater powered parachute, constructed with 6061T6 – Tubing + Plate, 304SS – Stainless Steel, and AN bolts. The risers are nylon webbing. The airframe/ cart, seat belts, and upholstery colour range is optional.

Single Controls: Throttle + Steering

Price: $17,000.00 Canadian Dollars, assembled, in 2009.

Engine: Rotax 503, 52 hp
B box, recoil start
Prop: Powerfin or GSC
Length: 101 in
Width: 76 in
Height: 84 in
Parachute: Apco 500
Empty weight: 302 lb
Maximum Payload: 377 lbs
Air speed: 28 to 33 mph
Takeoff Distance: 60 – 200 ft
Landing Distance: 30 – 100 ft
Glide Ratio: 4 – 5 to 1
Rate Of Climb: 300 – 800 ft/min.
Sink Rate: 500 – 700 ft/min
Fuel Tank: 5 or 10 UGS