Icaro Force Explained

The Icaro Force is an Italian single-place, paraglider that was designed by Michael Nessler and Christian Amon and produced by Icaro 2000 of Sangiano. It is now out of production.[1]

Design and development

The Force was designed as an intermediate glider. The models are each named for their relative size.[1]

Variants

Force S
  • Small-sized model for lighter pilots. Its 121NaN1 span wing has a wing area of 26.2m2, 42 cells and the aspect ratio is 5.5:1. The pilot weight range is 70to. The glider model is DHV 1-2 certified.[1]
    Force M
  • Mid-sized model for medium-weight pilots. Its 12.31NaN1 span wing has a wing area of 27.4m2, 42 cells and the aspect ratio is 5.5:1. The pilot weight range is 80to. The glider model is DHV 1-2 certified.[1]
    Force L
  • Large-sized model for heavier pilots. Its 12.71NaN1 span wing has a wing area of 29m2, 42 cells and the aspect ratio is 5.5:1. The pilot weight range is 100to. The glider model is DHV 1-2 certified.[1]

    Notes and References

    1. Bertrand, Noel; Rene Coulon; et al: World Directory of Leisure Aviation 2003-04, page 19. Pagefast Ltd, Lancaster OK, 2003. ISSN 1368-485X

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