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FUN
160, 190, and 220 (Tandem) The name says it all, fun to fly, lightweight, quick and easy to set-up. Fly the dunes, coastal cliff or inland thermals the Fun will not disappoint. The Fun is light and well balanced, which makes this glider easy to launch and easy to land. A perfect glider for the novice, a must have for experienced pilots who want to put the fun back into their sport.
STING 3
154 and 168 Classed as our "recreational" glider the Sting 3 is for the pilot that desires good performance with exceptional climb and a glider that is still very easy to launch and land.
Sting XC is fitted with faired king post, downtubes, STING 2 XC The speed bar and a VG system as standard. Classed as our 175XC "recreational" glider the Sting is for the experienced pilot that desire reasonable performance with exceptional climb. A glider that is still very easy to launch and land. Stings have a great name and hold their resale value, a very much sought after glider in the used market. Now that says something for the design! If you have ever owned an Airborne glider you will know how much care has gone into the finished product. It is almost a pleasure to set up the glider each time (even if it's already on) just to see the CNC milled parts that fit so perfectly together. With the release of the C4 you will see we have gone a step further, the sail technology in this our latest high performance glider is unsurpassed. The C4-13, 13.5 and 14 are all a delight to fly. Superb handling in the loose setting and incredible performance in the VG on setting. Take the C4 for a test fly and be impressed.
CLIMAX C4
13, 13.5 and 14
Details of any restrictions and/or prerequisites relating to each alternative or option are included in the notes associated with each part. Airborne Sales staff will be able to assist with the ordering process if required. Note that freight prices are not included in the price list as the actual cost varies considerably from week to week due to changing fuel prices. A fixed freight charge will be determined at the time the quotation for the aircraft is prepared.
If a customer wishes the delay the delivery of the hang glider more than fours weeks prior to the aircraft build date then this may be possible depending on the current production schedule. Airborne reserves the right to review the pricing on a customer order where such a delay is requested. All details of the Customer Order including colours and any options built into the glider must be finalised four weeks prior to the aircraft build date. Orders cancelled more than fours weeks prior to the hang glider build date will incur a production slot cancellation fee as follows. Quoted Currency Production Slot Cancellation Fee Australian Dollars $AU500.00 US Dollars $US500.00 Euro 300.00
SPECIFICATIONS
C4-13
SAIL AREA WING SPAN ASPECT RATIO NOSE ANGLE DOUBLE SURFACE BATTENS GLIDER WEIGHT PACK UP LENGTH SHORT PACK LENGTH RECOMMENDED PILOT HOOK IN WEIGHT RANGE
Includes equipment
C4-13.5
METRIC 13.5 m2 10.00 m IMPERIAL 146 ft2 32.8 ft 7.4 128-133 0 93 % 24 + 6 73 lb 16.1 ft 12.5 ft 121-176 lb 34 kg 5.1 m 4.0 m 70-100 kg 75 lb 16.7 ft 13.1 ft 154-220 lb
C4-14
METRIC 14.3 m2 10.4 m IMPERIAL 154 ft2 34.1 ft 7.6 128-133 0 93 % 24 +6 36 kg 5.3 m 4.1 m 85-120 kg 79 lb 17.3 ft 13.5 ft 187-265 lb
85 kph 74 kph
53 mph 46 mph
85 kph 74 kph
53 mph 46 mph
85 kph 74 kph
53 mph 46 mph
The C4 is easy to assemble and VD maximum pack up. It may be set up on the steady state 125 kph 78 mph 125 kph 78 mph 125 kph 78 mph A-frame or laid flat, velocity accommodating for personal preference or site characteristics and restrictions. Pip pins and quick clips are used with integrated clip battens to speed up assembly. The sprog tubes are secured by simply closing the zips. Easy operating internal tip levers are used to load the tip rods.
FEATURES
New airfoil profiles. Cleaner sail with a new sail cut. More leading edge wrap. A new leading edge tensioning system. A new tip geometry. More double surface. Taller keel pocket for a stable high-speed airfoil at the centre section. A new under surface panel layout. Reduced wing twist. Competitive high speed glide performance. Easy to steer on climb and on glide. Predictable landing characteristics. Internal stability compensation gives unsurpassed stability throughout the VG range. Cam VG system allows constant anhedral with increased travel. No need to lift the pilots weight to pull VG on. Exceptional sail constructed of PX 20 leading edge. Light weight, with 7075 main airframe and tubular carbon cross bars. Streamline clip tip battens are constructed from virtually maintenance-free 7075-T6 tubing. Pip pins are used to connect the ends of the control bar.
Colours Example of colour layout: Only non-white areas on glider wings can be coloured. Any combination of standard colours is included as standard no cost item. Specify colours as US1, US2, and US3 for each panel starting from the front of the glider. List them as separate line items on the Customer Order.
109356 Require 2 per glider. Suit C4-13 S/No 28; C4-13.5 S/No 43; C4-14 S/No 37 onwards
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109356 Require 2 per glider. Suit C4-13 S/No 28; C4-13.5 S/No 43; C4-14 S/No 37 onwards
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109356 Require 2 per glider. Suit C4-13 S/No 28; C4-13.5 S/No 43; C4-14 S/No 37 onwards
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STING 2 175 XC
TRIED AND PROVEN
The idea behind the development of the Sting II was simple. The glider had to be quick to set up, fun to fly and it had to look good. The Sting is an all rounder, designed for the pilot who enjoys a combination of coastal and inland flying. Launch and landing is easy due to the gliders excellent static balance. Even scratching is made easy because of the Stings light handling and small turning circle. The Sting airfoil design is unique, giving a gentle stall with positive feedback to the pilot. The glider has unsurpassed stability with a strong tendency to return to trim. This leaves the pilot feeling secure even in the roughest turbulence. The Sting may be set up on the A-Frame or laid flat, thereby accommodating for personal preference or site characteristics and restrictions. The Sting has a minimum number of battens, whilst maintaining solid airfoil definition. This, coupled with the quick clips, pip pins and airframe geometry has resulted in an extremely fast set-up. The Sting was engineered so that it was of minimum weight with maximum strength. The Sting XC is fitted with faired king post, downtubes, speed bar and VG System as standard. It is for the pilot that desires reasonable performance with exceptional climb. A glider that is still very easy to launch and land.
FEATURES
Ideal with powered harnesses. Exceptional sink rate and handling. Light weight with 7075-T6 main airframe. Virtually maintenance free 7075-T6 battens. Quick and easy to assemble (flat or on the frame). Easy to short pack. Fun to fly on the coast and inland. Easy to launch and land. Easy intermediate glider.
SPECIFICATIONS
STING 2 175XC
METRIC SAIL AREA WING SPAN ASPECT RATIO NOSE ANGLE DOUBLE SURFACE BATTENS GLIDER WEIGHT ASSEMBLY TIME PACK UP LENGTH SHORT PACK LENGTH RECOMMENDED PILOT HOOK IN WEIGHT RANGE Includes equipment VNE velocity never to exceed VA maximum rough air maneuvering speed 85 kph 74 kph 53 mph 46 mph 6.0 m 4.2 m 80-135 kg 30 kg 8 min 19.7 ft 13.8 ft 176-298 lb 16.28 m2 9.8 m 5.9 121 0 70% 23 66 lb IMPERIAL 175 ft2 32.1 ft
The colour chart below show factory picked colour layouts. Please note: A surcharge applies to any variation of the colour layouts below.
Stock Colour Schemes Stock Colour 1 2 3 4 Colour Scheme White/Red White/Blue Flouro Yellow/Blue Grey/Fluro Orange Leading Edge PX White PX White PX White PX White Front U/Surface Panel (US1) White (0000) White (0000) Fl Yellow(5280) Grey (2328) Middle U/Surface Panel (US2) Red (3125) Blue (7352) Blue (7352) Fl Orange (4197) Rear U/Surface Panel (US3) Not Applicable Not Applicable Not Applicable Not Applicable Keel Pocket White (0000) White (0000) White (0000) White (0000)
Note: Non-stock colour options will increase delivery times. Non-stock colours incur an additional charge.
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FEATURES
Improved glide angle at inter thermal glide speeds. Lighter roll control at low speeds. Lighter roll control and more predictable docile stall with VG on. Lighter pitch pressures and easy aerotow using a shoulder attached tow bridle. Wider range of travel for the variable geometry system. New control frame, using the same control frame as used on the C4, with streamline downtubes. Round speedbar is included as standard at no cost. Interchangeable control bar options airfoil aluminium or airfoil carbon - all changed by pip pins. New 7075 airframe. New sail luff curve. New airfoils. New top surface.
SAIL AREA WING SPAN ASPECT RATIO NOSE ANGLE DOUBLE SURFACE BATTENS GLIDER WEIGHT ASSEMBLY TIME PACK UP LENGTH SHORT PACK LENGTH RECOMMENDED PILOT HOOK IN WEIGHT RANGE Includes equipment VNE - velocity never to exceed VA -maximum rough air maneuvering speed
SPECIFICATIONS
STING III 154
METRIC 14.33 m2 5.7 1210 75 % 22 26 kg 7 min 5.5 m 3.9 m 50-100 kg 18.1 ft 12.8 ft 120-220 lb 5.7 m 4.1 m 80-135 kg 57 lb 30 kg 8 min 18.7 ft 13.5 ft 176-298 lb 9.1 m IMPERIAL 154 ft2 29.8 ft
85 kmh 74 kmh
53 mph 46 mph
85 kmh 74 kmh
53 mph 46 mph
New under surface, with increased double surface area for long XC glides. Improved under surface control with an additional batten. King post hang. VG is standard.
Colours Example of custom colour layout: Only US1, US2 and US3 areas on glider wings can be coloured. The colour chart below show factory picked colour layouts. A surcharge applies to any variation of the colour layouts below.
Stock Colours Stock Colour 1 2 3 4 5 Colour Scheme Red Blue Yellow Fl Orange Fl Green Leading Edge PX White PX White PX White PX White PX White Front Undersurface Panel 1 (US1) White White White White White Middle Undersurface Panel 2 (US2) Black (2100) Black (2100) Black (2100) Black (2100) Black (2100) Middle Undersurface Panel 3 (US3) Red (3125) Blue (7352) Yellow (5076) Fl Orange (4197) Fl Green (6094) Keel Pocket
Red (3125) Blue (7352) Yellow (5076) Fl Orange (4197) Fl Green (6094)
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SPECIFICATIONS
FUN 160
METRIC SAIL AREA WING SPAN ASPECT RATIO NOSE ANGLE DOUBLE SURFACE BATTENS GLIDER WEIGHT ASSEMBLY TIME PACK UP LENGTH SHORT PACK LENGTH RECOMMENDED PILOT HOOK IN WEIGHT RANGE Includes equipment VNE velocity never to exceed VA - maximum rough air maneuvering speed 5.31 m 3.60 m 19 kg 6 min 17.4 ft 11.8 ft 5.9 0 m 4.10 m 14.9 m2 9.07 m 5.5 118 0 30% 13 42 lb 23 kg 6 min 19.5 ft 13.4 ft 6.34 m 4.60 m IMPERIAL 160 ft2 29.8 ft
FUN 190
METRIC 17.7 m2 10.1 m 5.8 118 0 30 % 15 51 lb IMPERIAL 190 ft2 33.1 ft
FUN 220
METRIC 20.5 m2 10.8 m 5.7 118 0 30 % 15 28 kg 6 min 20.8 ft 15.0 ft 62 lb IMPERIAL 220 ft2 35.3 ft
50-75 kg
110-165 lb
70-120 kg
154-265 lb
85-187 kg
187-412 lb
80 kph 69 kph
50 mph 43 mph
80 kph 69 kph
50 mph 43 mph
65 kph 65 kph
40 mph 40 mph
FEATURES
True Sky Floating handling and performance Exceptional sink rate Light Weight with 7075-T6 Airframe Virtually maintenance free 7075-T6 Battens Quick and easy assembly (flat or on the frame) Fun to fly on the coast and inland Easy to launch and land Easy to short pack. The 220 is a certified tandem hang glider. Ladder Hang Loop available for tandem operators.
Fun 190
Standard Standard Option No
Fun 220
Not Available Standard Standard Not Available Option
Colours Example of custom colour layout: Only non-white areas on glider wings can be coloured. The colour chart below show factory picked colour layouts. Note: Non Stock colour options will increase delivery times and incur an additional charge.
Stock Colours Stock Colour 1 2 3 4 Colour Scheme Flouro Green Blue/Red Blue/Flouro Yellow Grey/Flouro Orange Leading Edge Fl Green (6094) Blue (7352) Blue (7352) Grey (2328) Front U/Surface Panel (US1) Fl Green (6094) Red (3125) Fl Yellow (5280) Fl Orange (4197) Keel Pocket Fl Green (6094) Red (3125) Fl Yellow (5280) Fl Orange (4197)
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