Independence Speed Tandem
| Speed Tandem | |
|---|---|
| Role | Paraglider |
| National origin | Germany |
| Manufacturer | Independence Paragliding |
| Designer | Michaël Nesler |
| Status | Production completed |
| Produced | Early 2000s |
The Independence Speed Tandem is a German single-place, paraglider that was designed by Michaël Nesler and produced by Independence Paragliding of Eisenberg, Thuringia. It is now out of production.[1]
Design and development[edit]
The Speed Tandem was designed as a tandem glider for flight training.[1]
The aircraft's 14.9 m (48.9 ft) span wing has 48 cells, a wing area of 40.6 m2 (437 sq ft) and an aspect ratio of 5.4:1. The pilot weight range is 140 to 220 kg (309 to 485 lb). The glider is DHV 1-2 certified.[1]
Company test pilot Christian Amon was also involved in the development as well as flight testing of the Speed Tandem.[1]
Specifications (Speed Tandem)[edit]
Data from Bertrand[1]
General characteristics
- Crew: one
- Capacity: one passenger
- Wingspan: 14.9 m (48 ft 11 in)
- Wing area: 40.6 m2 (437 sq ft)
- Aspect ratio: 5.4:1
Performance
- Maximum speed: 47 km/h (29 mph, 25 kn)