Paratech P25

P25
Role Paraglider
National origin Switzerland
Manufacturer Paratech
Designer Uwe Bernholz
Status Production completed
Unit cost
€2,265 (2004)

The Paratech P25 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]

Design and development

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

Variants

P25S
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]
P25M
Mid-sized model for medium-weight pilots. Its 12.23 m (40.1 ft) span wing has a wing area of 28.5 m2 (307 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]
P25L
Large-sized model for heavier pilots. Its 12.74 m (41.8 ft) span wing has a wing area of 31.0 m2 (334 sq ft), 45 cells and the aspect ratio is 5.3:1. The pilot weight range is 100 to 125 kg (220 to 276 lb). The glider model is DHV 1 certified.[1]

Specifications (P25M)

Data from Bertrand[1]

General characteristics

Performance

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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