Airwave Wave Explained

The Airwave Wave is an Austrian single-place, paraglider that was designed by Bruce Goldsmith and produced by Airwave Gliders of Fulpmes. It is now out of production.[1]

Design and development

The Wave was designed as a beginner glider, with the three models each named for their relative size.[1]

Variants

Wave S
  • Small-sized model for lighter pilots. Its wing has an area of 24.94m2, 42 cells and the aspect ratio is 5.23:1. The pilot weight range is 65to. The glider model is DHV 1 certified.[1]
    Wave M
  • Mid-sized model for medium-weight pilots. Its wing has an area of 27.06m2, 42 cells and the aspect ratio is 5.23:1. The pilot weight range is 80to. The glider model is DHV 1 certified.[1]
    Wave L
  • Large-sized model for heavier pilots. Its wing has an area of 29.27m2, 42 cells and the aspect ratio is 5.23:1. The pilot weight range is 95to. The glider model is DHV 1 certified.[1]

    Notes and References

    1. Bertrand, Noel; Rene Coulon; et al: World Directory of Leisure Aviation 2003-04, page 12. Pagefast Ltd, Lancaster OK, 2003. ISSN 1368-485X

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