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The BION
The BION is a complete new development and is suitable for professional
tandem pilots as well as recreational pilots in search of maximum safety, high
performance and minimum stress.
Short technical description
The BION has 43 cells. Four of those cells are closed stabilo cells on each side.
There are four layers of lines. The first layer, the A-lines are red. B, C and D
lines are yellow. The brake layer, which is not one of the four line layers, is
orange. (The stabilo lines are orange as well.)
The risers consist of 5 belts. On the first two belts (red) both A stem lines are
attached. On the next three belts the B, C, and D stem lines are attached.
Further more the trim system and a “Big Ears” fixation is mounted on the D-
belt.
Safety
The BION stands out for its easy launch behaviour, its high stability and the
very smooth handling characteristics. This leads to a very high safety level in
any situation. The EN / LTF test protocols show the very big safety margins of
the glider. The BION is definitely not at the limit of its certification class. (EN
B)
Handling Characteristics
We are especially proud of the balanced handling characteristics. The BION
stands out for its smooth and agile handling characteristics. Even with a low
wing loading, the glider will precisely follow the pilots steering inputs.
The combination of well balanced handling behavior and high stability allows
enjoying long thermal flights without tiring the pilot.
Performance
In best tradition of Nova, the BION offers a very good glide ratio. Due to the
high stability the glide performance can be comfortably used also in rough
