Paraglider

Sky Ares

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Developed in parallel to Sky’s competition model Eris, the Ares takes some of its aerodynamic and technical characteristics but at Sky say it is accessible to a much wider group of pilots. It is a high performance glider offering high stability and an “excellent” behavior in turn.

The Ares has an aspect ratio of 6, and a speed range from 25 to 55 k/h, with a trim speed of around 38 k/h.

According to the manufacturer, the Ares offers “straight glide (no rearing up and pitching) in smooth air AND while crossing turbulences for improved overall performance”, and it is efficient in weak thermals and steady in rough air.

It is glider aimed at XC, experienced pilots looking for “high performance, wide speed range and outstanding glide”. The Ares was available in 3 sizes.

Sky Brontes

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Sky Brontes 2 (Afnor Performance)

Four years after the first of the Brontes, the Czech manufacturer have a replacement for their most popular glider. Aimed at intermediate to advance pilots who love distance flying, the Brontes 2 offers “maximum passive safety that lets the pilots use the performance limits with no fear of trouble”, according to Sky.

The wing introduces a new profile, different shape and wingtips, a new more efficient speed system, lighter ribs concept (the glider is around 650 gr lighter than the old Brontes) and a leading edge that uses “new technologies”.

In the air, this sport glider is said to be very stable and easy to handle in thermals “and almost intuitive coring”, with a comfortable and precise handling. The Brontes 2 also offers improvements in the speed range, with a “remarkable” top speed and better glide performance. Like the first one, the Brontes 2 is suitable for paramotoring for high performance and competition pilots, as it is rated Afnor Performance. It was available in 4 sizes and 5 color schemes.

Six-Chuter SR-5

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The two seat kit is complete with airframe, engine, prop, tacho and custom cowling. Powder coating is optional.

Also available in the XP version powered by a Rotax 582.

SR-5
Cruise: 26 mph
Range: 50 sm
Rate of climb: 650 fpm
Takeoff dist: 100 ft
Landing dist: 50 ft
Service ceiling: 10,000 ft
Engine: Rotax 503
hp range: 40-46
Fuel capacity: 9 USG
Empty weight: 252 lb
Gross weight: 700 lb
Height: 7 ft
Length: 5.5 ft
Wing span: 39.5 ft
Wing area: 500 sq.ft
Seats: 2

Six-Chuter SR-3

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The single seat kit is complete with airframe, engine, prop, tacho and custom cowling. Powder coating is optional.

Cruise: 26 mph
Range: 52 sm
Rate of climb: 700 fpm
Takeoff dist: 100 ft
Landing dist: 50 ft
Service ceiling: 10,000 ft
Engine: Rotax 503, 46 hp
hp range: 40-46
Fuel capacity: 5 USG
Empty weight: 230 lb
Gross weight: 550 lb
Height: 7 ft
Length: 5 ft
Wing span: 36.5 ft
Wing area: 450 sq.ft
Seats: 1

Sfair Strato

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Strato 26
Paraglider circa 1998.
Wing area: 24.6 sq.m
Certification: Afnor
Pilot weight: 75-95 kg
No. of cells: 52
Wing span: 11.43 m
Aspect ratio: 5.3
Min sink: 1.1 m/s
Max speed: 51 kph
Price (1998) 14800 Fr

Strato 28
Paraglider circa 1998.
Wing area: 27.2 sq.m
Pilot weight: 90-115 kg
No. of cells: 52
Wing span: 12.98 m
Aspect ratio: 5.3
Min sink: 1.1 m/s
Max speed: 51 kph
Price (1998) 19200 Fr

Strato 30
Paraglider circa 1998.
Wing area: 30 sq.m
Pilot weight: 105-130 kg
No. of cells: 52
Wing span: 12.98 m
Aspect ratio: 5.1
Min sink: 1.1 m/s
Max speed: 51 kph
Price (1998) 19500 Fr

Sfair Tropo

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Tropo 26

Tropo 24
Paraglider circa 1998.
Wing area: 23.7 sq.m
Pilot weight: 65-85 kg
No. of cells: 35
Wing span: 10.42 m
Aspect ratio: 4.58
Min sink: 1.2 m/s
Max speed: 37 kph
Price (1998) 15300 Fr

Tropo 26
Paraglider circa 1998.
Wing area: 26 sq.m
Certification: Afnor
Pilot weight: 78-100 kg
No. of cells: 35
Wing span: 10.91 m
Aspect ratio: 4.58
Min sink: 1.2 m/s
Max speed: 37 kph
Price (1998) 15300Fr

Tropo 29
Paraglider circa 1998.
Wing area: 28.7 sq.m
Pilot weight: 95-120 kg
No. of cells: 35
Wing span: 11.46 m
Aspect ratio: 4.5
Min sink: 1.2 m/s
Max speed: 37 kph
Price (1998) 15700 Fr

Sfair Iono

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Iono 25

Iono 23
Paraglider circa 1998.
Wing area: 23.5 sq.m
Pilot weight: 68-88 kg
No. of cells: 76
Wing span: 11.84 m
Aspect ratio: 5.97
Min sink: 1.1 m/s
Max speed: 55 kph
Price (1998) 22400 Fr

Iono 25
Paraglider circa 1998.
Wing area: 25.5 sq.m
Pilot weight: 80-102 kg
No. of cells: 76
Wing span: 12.34 m
Aspect ratio: 5.97
Min sink: 1.1 m/s
Max speed: 55 kph
Price (1998) 22400 Fr

Iono 27
Paraglider circa 1998.
Wing area: 27.6 sq.m
Pilot weight: 92-116 kg
No. of cells: 76
Wing span: 12.84 m
Aspect ratio: 5.97
Min sink: 1.1 m/s
Max speed: 55 kph
Price (1998) 23000 Fr

Iono 42 BI
Paraglider circa 1998.
Wing area: 41.6 sq.m
Pilot weight: 150-195 kg
No. of cells: 51
Wing span: 14.86 m
Aspect ratio: 5.3
Min sink: 1.1 m/s
Max speed: 51 kph
Price (1998) 23000 Fr

Reflex Wings Reflex

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Assisted by a UK Government grant, Mike designed the Reflex with a pitch-positive section which can be trimmed in flight to give efficiency at high speeds, or extra control at low speeds. It is primarily for powered flight. When trimmed for speed the effective chord and lifting area are reduced 30%.

Reflex L
Paraglider circa 1998.
Wing area: 30 sq.m
Certification: Afnor
Pilot weight: 85-110 kg
No. of cells: 49
Wing span: 12.24 m
Aspect ratio: 4.91
Max speed: 39 kph
Price (1998) £ 3000

Reflex M
Paraglider circa 1998.
Wing area: 26 sq.m
Certification: Afnor
Pilot weight: 65-85 kg
No. of cells: 45
Wing span: 11.24 m
Aspect ratio: 4.59
Max speed: 41 kph
Price (1998) £ 2800