PRS Pilot One

The PRS Pilot One is a German single-place paraglider that was designed and produced by Pilots Right Stuff (PRS) of Brannenburg. It is now out of production.[1]

Pilot One
Role Paraglider
National origin Germany
Manufacturer Pilots Right Stuff (PRS)
Status Production completed
Unit cost
€2,287 (Pilot One S and M, 2004)

Design and development

The aircraft was designed as a simple and safe to fly DHV Level 1 glider. The models are each named for their relative size.[1]

Variants
Pilot One S
Small-sized model for lighter pilots. Its 11.0 m (36.1 ft) span wing has a wing area of 25.2 m2 (271 sq ft), 56 cells and the aspect ratio is 4.8:1. The pilot weight range is 60 to 80 kg (132 to 176 lb). The glider model is DHV 1 certified.[1]
Pilot One M
Mid-sized model for medium-weight pilots. Its 11.6 m (38.1 ft) span wing has a wing area of 26.9 m2 (290 sq ft), 60 cells and the aspect ratio is 5:1. The pilot weight range is 75 to 95 kg (165 to 209 lb). The glider model is DHV 1 certified.[1]
Pilot One L
Large-sized model for heavier pilots. Its 11.95 m (39.2 ft) span wing has a wing area of 28.6 m2 (308 sq ft), 60 cells and the aspect ratio is 5:1. The pilot weight range is 90 to 110 kg (198 to 243 lb). The glider model is DHV 1 certified.[1]
Pilot One XL
Large-sized model for heavier pilots. Its 12.4 m (40.7 ft) span wing has a wing area of 30.9 m2 (333 sq ft), 64 cells and the aspect ratio is 5:1. The pilot weight range is 105 to 130 kg (231 to 287 lb). The glider model is DHV 1 certified.[1]

Specifications (Pilot One M)

Data from Bertrand[1]

General characteristics

  • Crew: one
  • Wingspan: 11.6 m (38 ft 1 in)
  • Wing area: 26.9 m2 (290 sq ft)
  • Aspect ratio: 5:1

Performance

  • Maximum speed: 48 km/h (30 mph, 26 kn)
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See also

References
  1. Bertrand, Noel; Rene Coulon; et al: World Directory of Leisure Aviation 2003-04, page 28. Pagefast Ltd, Lancaster OK, 2003. ISSN 1368-485X
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