Airwave Ten

The Airwave Ten is an Austrian single-place, paraglider that was designed by Bruce Goldsmith and produced by Airwave Gliders of Fulpmes. It is now out of production.[1]

Ten
Role Paraglider
National origin Austria
Manufacturer Airwave Gliders
Designer Bruce Goldsmith
Status Production completed
Produced mid-2000s
Unit cost
£2,208 (2004)

Design and development

The Ten was designed as a competition glider and has a top speed of 65 km/h (40 mph). It is named for its glide ratio if 10:1. The models are each named for their relative size.[1]

Variants
Ten S
Small-sized model for lighter pilots. Its wing has an area of 24.46 m2 (263.3 sq ft), 75 cells and the aspect ratio is 6.25:1. The pilot weight range is 81 to 98 kg (179 to 216 lb).[1]
Ten M
Mid-sized model for medium-weight pilots. Its wing has an area of 26 m2 (280 sq ft), 75 cells and the aspect ratio is 6.25:1. The pilot weight range is 90 to 107 kg (198 to 236 lb).[1]
Ten L
Large-sized model for heavier pilots. Its wing has an area of 28.12 m2 (302.7 sq ft), 75 cells and the aspect ratio is 6.25:1. The pilot weight range is 102 to 120 kg (225 to 265 lb).[1]

Specifications (Ten M)

Data from Bertrand[1]

General characteristics

  • Crew: one
  • Wing area: 26 m2 (280 sq ft)
  • Aspect ratio: 6.25:1

Performance

  • Maximum speed: 65 km/h (40 mph, 35 kn)
  • Maximum glide ratio: 10:1
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References
  1. Bertrand, Noel; Rene Coulon; et al: World Directory of Leisure Aviation 2003-04, page 12. Pagefast Ltd, Lancaster OK, 2003. ISSN 1368-485X
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