Zero Gravity Flow
| Flow | |
|---|---|
| Role | Paraglider |
| National origin | South Korea |
| Manufacturer | Zero Gravity Paragliders |
| Designer | Mansoo Chae |
| Introduction | 2002 |
| Status | Production completed |
| Produced | mid-2000s |
The Zero Gravity Flow is a South Korean single-place paraglider that was designed by Mansoo Chae and produced by Zero Gravity Paragliders of Seoul, introduced in 2002. It is now out of production.[1]
Design and development[edit]
The Flow was designed as a beginner glider for flight training. The models are each named for their relative size.[1]
By 2003 glider was initially to be only sold in South Korea, with global marketing to follow.[1]
Variants[edit]
- Flow XS
- Extra small-sized model for lighter pilots. Its 10.6 m (34.8 ft) span wing has a wing area of 24.1 m2 (259 sq ft), 35 cells and the aspect ratio is 4.7:1. The pilot weight range is 60 to 80 kg (132 to 176 lb). In 2003 the glider model was undergoing certification.[1]
- Flow S
- Small-sized model for lighter pilots. Its 11.1 m (36.4 ft) span wing has a wing area of 26.2 m2 (282 sq ft), 35 cells and the aspect ratio is 4.7:1. The pilot weight range is 70 to 90 kg (154 to 198 lb). In 2003 the glider model was undergoing certification.[1]
- Flow M
- Mid-sized model for medium-weight pilots. Its 11.5 m (37.7 ft) span wing has a wing area of 28.5 m2 (307 sq ft), 35 cells and the aspect ratio is 4.7:1. The pilot weight range is 85 to 105 kg (187 to 231 lb). In 2003 the glider model was undergoing certification.[1]
- Flow L
- Large-sized model for heavier pilots. Its 12.1 m (39.7 ft) span wing has a wing area of 31.4 m2 (338 sq ft), 35 cells and the aspect ratio is 4.7:1. The pilot weight range is 95 to 125 kg (209 to 276 lb). In 2003 the glider model was undergoing certification.[1]
Specifications (Flow M)[edit]
Data from Bertrand[1]
General characteristics
- Crew: one
- Wingspan: 11.6 m (38 ft 1 in)
- Wing area: 28.5 m2 (307 sq ft)
- Aspect ratio: 4.7:1
Performance
- Maximum speed: 44 km/h (27 mph, 24 kn)