Trekking Elise
| Elise | |
|---|---|
| Role | Paraglider |
| National origin | France |
| Manufacturer | Trekking Parapentes |
| Introduction | 2002 |
| Status | Production completed |
| Produced | mid-2000s |
The Trekking Elise is a French single-place paraglider that was designed and produced by Trekking Parapentes of Lambesc. Introduced in 2002, it is now out of production.[1]
Design and development[edit]
The Elise was designed as an intermediate glider. The models are each named for their relative size.[1]
Variants[edit]
- Elise S
- Small-sized model for lighter pilots. Its 12.03 m (39.5 ft) span wing has a wing area of 24.6 m2 (265 sq ft), 69 cells and the aspect ratio is 5.8:1. The pilot weight range is 65 to 85 kg (143 to 187 lb). The glider model is AFNOR Standard certified.[1]
- Elise M
- Mid-sized model for medium-weight pilots. Its 12.51 m (41.0 ft) span wing has a wing area of 26.6 m2 (286 sq ft), 69 cells and the aspect ratio is 5.8:1. The pilot weight range is 80 to 100 kg (176 to 220 lb). The glider model is AFNOR Standard certified.[1]
- Elise L
- Large-sized model for heavier pilots. Its 12.98 m (42.6 ft) span wing has a wing area of 28.6 m2 (308 sq ft), 69 cells and the aspect ratio is 5.8:1. The pilot weight range is 95 to 125 kg (209 to 276 lb). The glider model is AFNOR Standard certified.[1]
Specifications (Elise M)[edit]
Data from Bertrand[1]
General characteristics
- Crew: one
- Wingspan: 12.51 m (41 ft 1 in)
- Wing area: 26.6 m2 (286 sq ft)
- Aspect ratio: 5.8:1
Performance
- Maximum speed: 51 km/h (32 mph, 28 kn)