The Nervures Stromboli is a French two-place paraglider that was designed by Xavier Demoury and produced by Nervures of Soulom. It is now out of production.[1]
| Stromboli | |
|---|---|
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| Role | Paraglider |
| National origin | France |
| Manufacturer | Nervures |
| Designer | Xavier Demoury |
| Status | Production completed in 2004 |
| Produced | 1998-2004 |
| Number built | 545 |
Design and development
editThe Stromboli was designed as a tandem glider for flight training and as such was referred to as the Biplace Stromboli, indicating that it is a two seater.[1]
Production ended in 2004 after 545 were produced.[2]
Variants
edit- Stromboli 38
- Small-sized model for lighter pilots. Its 12.9 m (42.3 ft) span wing has a wing area of 38 m2 (410 sq ft), 46 cells and the aspect ratio is 4.6:1. The crew weight range is 110 to 180 kg (243 to 397 lb). The glider model is AFNOR Biplace certified.[1]
- Stromboli 42
- Large-sized model for heavier pilots. Its 13.8 m (45.3 ft) span wing has a wing area of 42 m2 (450 sq ft), 46 cells and the aspect ratio is 4.6:1. The crew weight range is 120 to 200 kg (265 to 441 lb). The glider model is AFNOR Biplace certified.[1]
Specifications (Stromboli 42)
editData from Bertrand[1] and manufacturer[2]
General characteristics
- Crew: one
- Capacity: one passenger
- Wingspan: 13.8 m (45 ft 3 in)
- Wing area: 42 m2 (450 sq ft)
- Aspect ratio: 4.6:1
- Empty weight: 7.8 kg (17 lb)
Performance
- Maximum speed: 44 km/h (27 mph, 24 kn)
- Stall speed: 25 km/h (16 mph, 13 kn)
- Maximum glide ratio: 7.5
- Rate of sink: 1.2 m/s (240 ft/min)
References
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