Skywalk Cayenne Explained

The Skywalk Cayenne is a German single-place paraglider that was designed and produced by Skywalk GmbH & Co. KG of Grassau, Bavaria. Introduced in 2003, it remained in production through 2016 as the Cayenne 5.[1]

Design and development

The aircraft was designed as an intermediate sports class glider.

Since its introduction in 2003, the Cayenne has progressed through five generations of models, the Cayenne, Cayenne 2, 3, 4 and 5, each improving on the last. The models are each named for their relative size.[1] [2]

The Cayenne 5's upper surface is made from Porcher Sport Skytex 38 Universal fabric and lower surface from Porcher Sport Skytex 32 Universal. The ribs and bands are Porcher Sport Skytex 32 hard. The main lines are made from Liros PPSL 160, Edelrid 8000U-90, the middle lines from Liros DC 60, Edelrid 8000U-90 and the top lines from Edelrid 8000U-50, Edelrid 9200-30. The brake lines are made from Liros DFLP200/32, Edelrid 9200-30 and the risers are constructed of Cousin Freres 12.52NaN2 polyester strapping.[2]

Variants

Cayenne

Cayenne XS
  • Extra small-sized model for lighter pilots. Its 11.191NaN1 span wing has a wing area of 23.6m2, 54 cells and the aspect ratio is 5.3:1. The pilot weight range is 60to. The glider model is DHV 2 certified.[1]
    Cayenne S
  • Small-sized model for lighter pilots. Its 11.791NaN1 span wing has a wing area of 26.2m2, 54 cells and the aspect ratio is 5.3:1. The pilot weight range is 75to. The glider model is DHV 2 certified.[1]
    Cayenne M
  • Mid-sized model for medium-weight pilots. Its 12.251NaN1 span wing has a wing area of 28.3m2, 54 cells and the aspect ratio is 5.3:1. The pilot weight range is 90to. The glider model is DHV 2 certified.[1]
    Cayenne L
  • Large-sized model for heavier pilots. Its 12.841NaN1 span wing has a wing area of 31.1m2, 54 cells and the aspect ratio is 5.3:1. The pilot weight range is 105to. The glider model is DHV 2 certified.[1]

    Cayenne 5

    Cayenne 5 XS
  • Extra small-sized model for lighter pilots. Its 12.061NaN1 span wing has a wing area of 22.68m2, 69 cells and the aspect ratio is 6.41:1. The pilot weight range is 75to and the empty weight is 50NaN0. The glider model is EN-C certified.[2]
    Cayenne 5 S
  • Small-sized model for lighter pilots. Its 12.431NaN1 span wing has a wing area of 24.1m2, 69 cells and the aspect ratio is 6.41:1. The pilot weight range is 85to and the empty weight is 5.20NaN0. The glider model is EN-C certified.[2]
    Cayenne 5 M
  • Mid-sized model for medium-weight pilots. Its 12.931NaN1 span wing has a wing area of 26.07m2, 69 cells and the aspect ratio is 6.41:1. The pilot weight range is 95to and the empty weight is 5.50NaN0. The glider model is EN-C certified.[2]
    Cayenne 5 L
  • Large-sized model for heavier pilots. Its 13.361NaN1 span wing has a wing area of 27.85m2, 69 cells and the aspect ratio is 6.41:1. The pilot weight range is 105to and the empty weight is 5.80NaN0. The glider model is EN-C certified.[2]

    See also

    Notes and References

    1. Bertrand, Noel; Rene Coulon; et al: World Directory of Leisure Aviation 2003-04, page 31. Pagefast Ltd, Lancaster OK, 2003.
    2. Web site: Cayenne 5. 13 November 2016. Skywalk GmbH & Co. KG. 2016.

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