Paratech P26

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P26
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Role Paraglider
National origin Switzerland
Manufacturer Paratech
DesignerUwe Bernholz
StatusProduction completed

The Paratech P26 is a Swiss single-place paraglider that was designed by Uwe Bernholz and produced by Paratech of Appenzell. It is now out of production. [1]

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Design and development

The aircraft was designed as a beginner/intermediate glider. [1]

Variants

P26S
Small-sized model for lighter pilots. Its 11.72 m (38.5 ft) span wing has a wing area of 26.2 m2 (282 sq ft), 45 cells and the aspect ratio is 5.3:1. The pilot weight range is 65 to 85 kg (143 to 187 lb). The glider model is DHV 1-2 certified. [1]
P26M
Mid-sized model for medium-weight pilots. Its 12.53 m (41.1 ft) span wing has a wing area of 28.8 m2 (310 sq ft), 45 cells and the aspect ratio is 5.3:1. The pilot weight range is 80 to 105 kg (176 to 231 lb). The glider model is DHV 1 certified. [1]
P26L
Large-sized model for heavier pilots. Its 12.74 m (41.8 ft) span wing has a wing area of 30.9 m2 (333 sq ft), 45 cells and the aspect ratio is 5.3:1. The pilot weight range is 83 to 108 kg (183 to 238 lb). The glider model is DHV 1 certified. [1]

Specifications (P26M)

Data from Bertrand [1]

General characteristics

Performance

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References

  1. 1 2 3 4 5 6 Bertrand, Noel; Rene Coulon; et al: World Directory of Leisure Aviation 2003-04, page 26. Pagefast Ltd, Lancaster OK, 2003. ISSN   1368-485X
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