Europe Sails Independent

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The Europe Sails Independent is an Austrian high-wing, single-place, hang glider, designed and produced by Europe Sails.

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Design and development

The Independent was introduced in 2003 as a "topless" competition design, lacking a kingpost and top rigging. It is available in two sizes.

The aircraft is made from a combination of 7075 aluminum tubing and carbon-fiber-reinforced polymer, with the wing covered in 170g Dacron sailcloth. The wing nose angle is 132°. The wing features carbon fibre tips to smooth airflow and improve handling. The model number indicates the approximate wing area in square meters.

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Variants

Independent 13

Small sized model with a wing area of 13 m² (140 sq ft) and a wing span of 10 m (32.8 ft). The pilot hook-in weight range is 56 to 90 kg (123.5 to 198.4 lb). This model sold for EUR5084 in 2003.

Independent 14

Large sized model with a wing area of 14.3 m² (154 sq ft) and a wing span of 10.35 m (34.0 ft). The pilot hook-in weight range is 75 to 110 kg (165.3 to 242.5 lb). This model sold for EUR5168 in 2003.

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Specifications (Independent 14)

Data from Bertrand and Europe Sails

General characteristics

• Crew: one
• Wingspan: 10.35 m (33 ft 11 in)
• Wing area: 14.3 m² (154 sq ft)
• Aspect ratio: 7.4:1
• Empty weight: 33.5 kg (74 lb)
• Gross weight: 143.5 kg (316 lb)

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References

Source of article : Wikipedia