Independence Akron Explained

The Independence Akron is a German single-place paraglider that was designed by Michaël Nesler and produced by Independence Paragliding of Eisenberg, Thuringia. It is now out of production.[1]

Design and development

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

Company test pilot Christian Amon was also involved in the development as well as flight testing of the Akron.[1]

Variants

Akron S
  • Small-sized model for lighter pilots. Its 121NaN1 span wing has a wing area of 24.1m2, 59 cells and the aspect ratio is 6:1. The pilot weight range is 65to. The glider model is DHV 2 certified.[1]
    Akron M
  • Mid-sized model for medium-weight pilots. Its 12.91NaN1 span wing has a wing area of 27.9m2, 59 cells and the aspect ratio is 6:1. The pilot weight range is 80to. The glider model is DHV 2 certified.[1]
    Akron L
  • Large-sized model for heavier pilots. Its 13.61NaN1 span wing has a wing area of 30.8m2, 59 cells and the aspect ratio is 6:1. The pilot weight range is 95to. 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 20. Pagefast Ltd, Lancaster OK, 2003. ISSN 1368-485X

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