The Independence Akron is a German single-place paraglider that was designed by Michaël Nesler and produced by Independence Paragliding of Eisenberg, Thuringia. It is now out of production.[1]
| Akron | |
|---|---|
| Role | Paraglider |
| National origin | Germany |
| Manufacturer | Independence Paragliding |
| Designer | Michaël Nesler |
| Status | Production completed |
| Produced | early 2000s |
Design and development
editThe Akron was designed as an intermediate glider. The models are each named for their relative size.[1]
Company test pilot Christian Amon was also involved in the development as well as flight testing of the Akron.[1]
Variants
edit- Akron S
- Small-sized model for lighter pilots. Its 12 m (39.4 ft) span wing has a wing area of 24.1 m2 (259 sq ft), 59 cells and the aspect ratio is 6:1. The pilot weight range is 65 to 85 kg (143 to 187 lb). The glider model is DHV 2 certified.[1]
- Akron M
- Mid-sized model for medium-weight pilots. Its 12.9 m (42.3 ft) span wing has a wing area of 27.9 m2 (300 sq ft), 59 cells and the aspect ratio is 6:1. The pilot weight range is 80 to 105 kg (176 to 231 lb). The glider model is DHV 2 certified.[1]
- Akron L
- Large-sized model for heavier pilots. Its 13.6 m (44.6 ft) span wing has a wing area of 30.8 m2 (332 sq ft), 59 cells and the aspect ratio is 6:1. The pilot weight range is 95 to 125 kg (209 to 276 lb). The glider model is DHV 2 certified.[1]
Specifications (Akron L)
editData from Bertrand[1]
General characteristics
- Crew: one
- Wingspan: 13.6 m (44 ft 7 in)
- Wing area: 30.8 m2 (332 sq ft)
- Aspect ratio: 6:1