FreeX Blade explained

The FreeX Blade is a German single-place, paraglider that was designed and produced by FreeX of Egling in the mid-2000s. It is now out of production.[1]

Design and development

The Blade was designed as an intermediate high-performance glider. Like all FreeX wings it features internal diagonal bracing. The models are each named for their relative size.[1]

Operational history

The FreeX's CEO flew the Blade and won the German Distance Sport Class competition with it.[1]

Variants

Blade S
  • Small-sized model for lighter pilots. Its 11.81NaN1 span wing has a wing area of 23.8m2, 53 cells and the aspect ratio is 5.8:1. The pilot weight range is 40to.[1]
    Blade M
  • Mid-sized model for medium-weight pilots. Its 12.51NaN1 span wing has a wing area of 27m2, 53 cells and the aspect ratio is 5.8:1. The pilot weight range is 60to. The glider model is DHV 2 certified.[1]
    Blade L
  • Large-sized model for heavier pilots. Its 13.31NaN1 span wing has a wing area of 30.4m2, 53 cells and the aspect ratio is 5.8:1. The pilot weight range is 80to. The glider model is DHV 2 certified.[1]

    Notes and References

    1. Bertrand, Noel; Rene Coulon; et al: World Directory of Leisure Aviation 2003-04, page 18. Pagefast Ltd, Lancaster OK, 2003. ISSN 1368-485X

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