| 14 | |
|---|---|
| Role | Hang gliderType of aircraft |
| National origin | Germany |
| Manufacturer | Impuls |
| Status | Production completed |
The Impuls 14 is a German high-wing, single-place, hang glider that was designed and produced by Impuls of Munich.
The aircraft is no longer in production.
Design and development
The Impuls 14 was designed as a beginner and school wing for flight training and is certified as DHV Class 2. It is named for its wing area, which is 14 m (150 sq ft).
The aircraft is made from aluminum tubing, with the wing covered in Dacron sailcloth. Its 9 m (29.5 ft) span wing is cable braced from a single kingpost. The nose angle is 122° and the aspect ratio is 5.8:1. Pilot hook-in weight range is 45 to 78 kg (99 to 172 lb).
Specifications (14)
Data from Bertrand
General characteristics
- Crew: one
- Wingspan: 9 m (29 ft 6 in)
- Wing area: 14 m (150 sq ft)
- Aspect ratio: 5.8:1
References
- ^ Bertrand, Noel; Rene Coulon; et al: World Directory of Leisure Aviation 2003-04, page 46. Pagefast Ltd, Lancaster OK, 2003. ISSN 1368-485X
- Impuls (n.d.). "Die Impuls Flugdrachen GmbH hat die Produktion von Fluggeräten eingestellt. (German language)". Retrieved 26 February 2012.
| Impuls aircraft | |
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