Edel Prime Bi
| Prime Bi | |
|---|---|
| Role | Paraglider |
| National origin | South Korea |
| Manufacturer | Edel Paragliders |
| Status | Production completed |
| Produced | mid-2000s |
The Edel Prime Bi is a South Korean two-place, paraglider that was designed and produced by Edel Paragliders of Gwangju. It is now out of production.[1]
Design and development
[edit]The Prime Bi was designed as a tandem glider for flight training, hence Bi designation, indicating "bi-place" or two seater.[1]
The aircraft's 14.6 m (47.9 ft) span wing has 57 cells, a wing area of 42 m2 (450 sq ft) and an aspect ratio of 5.2:1. The pilot weight range is 140 to 210 kg (309 to 463 lb). The glider is DHV 2 and AFNOR Bi-Place certified.[1]
Specifications (Prime Bi)
[edit]Data from Bertrand[1]
General characteristics
- Crew: one
- Capacity: one passenger
- Wingspan: 14.6 m (47 ft 11 in)
- Wing area: 42 m2 (450 sq ft)
- Aspect ratio: 5.2:1
Performance
- Maximum speed: 48 km/h (30 mph, 26 kn)
- Rate of sink: 1.1 m/s (220 ft/min)
References
[edit]- ^ Jump up to: a b c d Bertrand, Noel; Rene Coulon; et al: World Directory of Leisure Aviation 2003-04, page 15. Pagefast Ltd, Lancaster OK, 2003. ISSN 1368-485X