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Simply
in a class of its own, it is the best tandem glider in the skies by
unanimous vote of the top industry critics. Representing a new
revolutionary step in tandem flying, it is the first time you will find
a tandem machine which can handle and perform like a solo glider. Real
fun and performance combined with remarkable safety and launch
characteristics make the Futura for Two the ultimate tandem
machine for both the profetional pilot, record seeker or recreational
pilot. Available in two sizes: 42 and 38. The 38 is also certified in
performance class as a "solo glider", especially for big men, who have
beem discriminated against for lack of a suitable product. Futura for Two - twice as much Fun. |
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| Futura for Two Technical Data | ||||
| Size | 38 | 42 | ||
| Cells | (45x2)+6 | (45x2)+6 | ||
| Area m2 | 38.00 | 42.00 | ||
| Area (projected) m2 | 33.32 | 36.80 | ||
| Span (incl. Stabiliser) m | 14.36 | 15.09 | ||
| Span (projected) m | 11.84 | 12.45 | ||
| Aspect Ratio | 5.42 | 5.42 | ||
| Aspect Ratio (projected) | 4.20 | 4.20 | ||
| Pilot Weight, Kg (all up) | 120 - 160 | 140 - 210 | ||
| Weight of Canopy Kg | 9.20 | 10.0 | ||
| Root Cord m | 3.210 | 3.370/font> | ||
| Tip Cord m | 0.65 | 0.65 | ||
| Length of Lines on B m | 8.25 | 8.67 | ||
| Total length of line used m | 435 | 460 | ||
| Futura Performance Data | |
| V-min. | 22 - 25 km/h |
| V-trim | 36 - 38 km/h |
| V-max. | 45 - 50 km/h |
| Min Sink ( at optimum wing loading) | <1.0m/s |
| Futura for Two Colour Options | ||
| Colour | Bottom Surface | Top Surface |
| White |  |
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| Blue | |
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| Yellow | |
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| Violet | |
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| Futura for Two Certification | ||
| Size/Type | AFNOR / CEN | DHV |
| 38 | Tandem & Performance | |
| 42 | Tandem | - |
| Futura for Two Construction/Materials | |||
| Lines | Material | Diameter | Strength |
| Top | Dyneema | 0.8mm | 90kgx2 |
| Mid | Super Aramid | 1.7mm | 150kg |
| Lower | Super Aramid | 2.2mm | 220kg |
| Brake Cascades | Dyneema | 1.1mm | 90kg |
| Steering Line | Polyester | 2.2mm | 90kg |
| Fabric | |||
| Sail Cloth | 46gr/m2 "Zero Porosity" Ripstop Nylon | ||
| Rib Reinforcement | 180gr/m2 Mylar (Trilam) | ||
| Warranty | 3 Years / 250 hours | ||