The Wings of Change Taifun (Typhoon) is an Austrian single-place paraglider that was designed by Markus Gründhammer and produced by Wings of Change of Fulpmes. It is now out of production.[1]
| Taifun | |
|---|---|
| Role | Paraglider |
| National origin | Austria |
| Manufacturer | Wings of Change |
| Designer | Markus Gründhammer |
| Status | Production completed |
| Produced | mid-2000s |
Design and development
editThe Taifun was designed as an intermediate glider. The models are each named for their relative size.[1]
Variants
edit- Taifun S
- Small-sized model for lighter pilots. Its 11.39 m (37.4 ft) span wing has a wing area of 23.86 m2 (256.8 sq ft), 44 cells and the aspect ratio is 5.44:1. The take-off weight range is 65 to 90 kg (143 to 198 lb). The glider model is Deutscher Hängegleiterverband e.V. (DHV) LTF/EN B certified.[1][2]
- Taifun M
- Mid-sized model for medium-weight pilots. Its 12.12 m (39.8 ft) span wing has a wing area of 27.00 m2 (290.6 sq ft), 44 cells and the aspect ratio is 5.44:1. The take-off weight range is 80 to 105 kg (176 to 231 lb). The glider model is DHV LTF/EN B certified.[1][2]
- Taifun L
- Large-sized model for heavier pilots. Its 12.85 m (42.2 ft) span wing has a wing area of 30.34 m2 (326.6 sq ft), 44 cells and the aspect ratio is 5.44:1. The take-off weight range is 100 to 125 kg (220 to 276 lb). The glider model is DHV LTF/EN B certified.[1][2]
Specifications (Taifun M)
editData from Bertrand[1] and manufacturer[2]
General characteristics
- Crew: one
- Wingspan: 12.12 m (39 ft 9 in)
- Wing area: 27.00 m2 (290.6 sq ft)
- Aspect ratio: 5.44:1
- Empty weight: 6.0 kg (13 lb)
- Gross weight: 105 kg (231 lb)
Performance
- Maximum speed: 50 km/h (31 mph, 27 kn)
- Cruise speed: 37 km/h (23 mph, 20 kn)