Paratech P70
| P70 | |
|---|---|
| Role | Paraglider |
| National origin | Switzerland |
| Manufacturer | Paratech |
| Designer | Uwe Bernholz |
| Introduction | 2000 |
| Status | Production completed |
The Paratech P70 is a Swiss single-place paraglider that was designed by Uwe Bernholz and produced by Paratech of Appenzell. It was introduced in 2000, but is now out of production.[1]
Design and development[edit]
The aircraft was designed as an advanced and competition glider.[1]
Operational history[edit]
Reviewer Noel Bertrand noted in a 2003 review that the P70 was "held in high regard by flyers of performance machines."[1]
Variants[edit]
- P70M
- Mid-sized model for medium-weight pilots. Its 12.55 m (41.2 ft) span wing has a wing area of 27.45 m2 (295.5 sq ft), 67 cells and the aspect ratio is 5.73:1. The pilot weight range is 80 to 105 kg (176 to 231 lb). The glider model is DHV 2-3 certified.[1]
- P70L
- Large-sized model for heavier pilots. Its 13.1 m (43.0 ft) span wing has a wing area of 29.95 m2 (322.4 sq ft), 67 cells and the aspect ratio is 5.73:1. The pilot weight range is 95 to 130 kg (209 to 287 lb). The glider model is DHV 2GH certified.[1]
Specifications (P70M)[edit]
Data from Bertrand[1]
General characteristics
- Crew: one
- Wingspan: 12.55 m (41 ft 2 in)
- Wing area: 27.45 m2 (295.5 sq ft)
- Aspect ratio: 5.73:1
Performance
- Maximum speed: 51 km/h (32 mph, 28 kn)