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Section 1. M A I N I N F O R M A T I O N
1.1. INTRODUCTION
Hang glider “ Target" was created by a design team of Aeros Ltd. It's birth is a result of
extensive design and improvement of the glider, aimed for those who make a first steps
in the sky.
Hang glider "Target" allows you to train with a maximum level of safety. With this
glider you will acquire right skills of handling and confidence in your qualification and
also receive a real pleasure of soaring.
Please read and be sure you thoroughly understand this manual before flying your
"Target". Don't try to make first flights without help of instructor or HG-school. If you
don't know where to find HG-school in your region - ask your dealer or your national
HG-club.
Be sure you are thoroughly familiar with the set up, break down, preflight and
maintenance procedures as described in this manual. Flying hang glider, don't leave
anything without check. If any doubts appear - stop your work and find out what's
wrong, check with manual, contact instructor or more experienced pilot.
1.2. TECHNICAL INFORMATION
TARGET 13
TARGET 16
Sail area, sq.m. (sq.ft)
13,4 ( 144 )
16,2 ( 174 )
Wing span, m. (ft)
8,65 ( 28.4 )
9,6 ( 31.5 )
Aspect ratio
5,6
5,7
Nose angle, deg
118
120
Pilot weight optim, kg (lbs)
60 ( 132 )
75 ( 165 )
Weight (without bags), kg (lbs)
24,5 ( 54 )
26 ( 57.3 )
Breakdown length, m
5,1 / 3,2 / 2,0
5,7 / 3,8 / 2,0
Min sink rate m/sec (fpm)
1,1 (216)
1,1 ( 216 )
Glide ratio
7
7+
Summary of Contents for TARGET 13
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