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3. FEATURES OF THE PARAGLIDER
3.1 Description of the NAJA
The NAJA is another high-end quality product from SWING.
The NAJA was developed in close cooperation with paramotor manufacturers and experienced
paramotor pilots, whose collective experience went into this paramotor wing.
The result is a sophisticated product, whose dynamics and speed will give every paramotor pilot
something to get excited about.
We congratulate you on purchasing this product, which combines the experience of decades of
paraglider development with the specialised knowledge of experts in the still new sport of
paramotoring – the NAJA!
Our design goal was to achieve a small surface area with high wing-loading.
The advantages of this are:
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simple launch behaviour
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high canopy stability
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high speed
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good dynamics and a high level of agility
Furthermore, the thrust exerted by the motor was factored into computer calculations of the pilot’s
position, and the canopy geometry was optimised to meet the particular requirements of paramotoring
This means that during flight the NAJA is only minimally behind the pilot.
Combined with low line drag, excellent flight characteristics are the result.
Despite our high expectations for the glider’s performance, we also put great importance on safety.
All of the relevant manoeuvres were flown by our test pilots (naturally with the trimmers both open and
closed, and at the maximum permissible take-off weight) and adjusted to meet the latest regulations
from the DULV (German Ultralight Association).
They were then verified and confirmed by the DULV test pilots.
The latest trimmer system ensures a huge increase in speed by effectively altering the angle of attack
through all riser levels (no change in profile).
Maximum flexibility is ensured when adjusting the glider to the particular propulsion system, and the
special demands of paramotor pilots are satisfied by useful features in the riser system such as
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interchangeable trimmer band
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two attachment points
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two pulleys for the brake lines
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As with all paramotor wings from SWING, the NAJA is marketed under its paramotor label
POWERPLAY.
3.2 Who is the NAJA suitable for?
As pilots ourselves, we believe that all paramotor pilots will continue to develop their flying expertise
with the NAJA over many years and, the longer this performance wing is flown, the more fun the pilot
will have with it.
The NAJA covers all aspects of powered paragliding and offers many adjustment options, allowing it
to be adjusted according to the pilot’s preferences and the various conditions. However, the pilot must
also be willing to adapt to the NAJA to become fully at one with the glider and to be able to experience
its full performance range.
We recommend that pilots have at least 50 hours flight time and one year’s flying experience as a
condition for flying the NAJA. Pilots should also have practical knowledge about active correction of
tucks and front stalls.
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DULV Advanced Class
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