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LIGHTNING

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Product Overview:
The LiGHtninG is a lightweight paragliding wing designed by U-Turn, based on the successful Xc machine, the Blacklight. It is aimed at ambitious pilots seeking comfort and performance for cross-country (Xc) flying. The wing features a significant reduction in weight and drag, enhancing overall performance, particularly in glide efficiency, with a remarkable glide ratio of 10.5.

Design and Materials:
The wing is constructed primarily from Skytex 27, with Skytex 36 used in the more stressed leading edge areas. It has 50 cells and a flat aspect ratio of 5.8. The design includes small plastic reinforcements for a smooth profile and a High Pressure Crossport Design (HPCD) for optimal cross ventilation. The wing is equipped with unsheathed Kevlar lines in eight different diameters to balance line loading, reducing weight and drag.

Performance and Safety Features:
The LiGHtninG offers enhanced stability and quick recovery in turbulent air due to its lightweight design. It includes features like the Precision Profile Nose (PPN) for improved geometry and stability, and Line Loop Protection (LLP) to prevent line breakage under peak loads. The wing is certified to EN/LTF B standards, ensuring a balance of safety and performance.

Technical Specifications:
The LiGHtninG is available in four sizes: S, SM, M, and L, with start weights ranging from 60-125 kg. The flat area ranges from 21.5 m² to 29.5 m², and the projected area from 18.16 m² to 24.92 m². The flat wingspan ranges from 11.16 m to 13.08 m, with a flat aspect ratio of 5.8. The glider weight varies from 3.5 kg to 4.9 kg, depending on the size.

Certification and Standards:
The wing is certified under LTF 91/09 and EN 926/1 & 926/2 standards. It does not use folding lines for certification test flights.

Conclusion:
The LiGHtninG is designed for pilots who prioritize lightweight equipment without compromising on performance and safety. It offers a blend of advanced materials and design features to enhance the flying experience.

Catalog excerpts

We‘ve increased performance And reduced weight, So you can get there Faster.

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More performance with less weight. Based on the successful XC machine the Blacklight, U-Turn has designed a lightweight wing with stunning comfort and performance. The LIGHTNING is for ambitious pilots who want to go XC with ease – without sacrificing comfort. With the intelligent choice of light weight material a significant weight and drag reduction has been reached. That raised the overall performance- in particular the glide with a remarkable 10.5. The lighter canopy has a positive effect to the flying characteristic in turbulent air – the wing stays calm and balances quickly the pressure...

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Start weight Startgewicht Projected area Fläche projiziert Flat wingspan Spannweite ausgelegt Projected wingspan Spannweite projiziert Flat AR Streckung ausgelegt Projected AR Streckung projiziert Chord: center / wingtip Flügeltiefe: Mitte / Stabilo V-trim V-Trimm V-max V-Max. Bridle height Abstand Tragegurt-Kappe Glider weight Gewicht Bridle length Gesamt Leinenlänge Line diameter Leinenduchmesser Speed system / trimmer Fuß Beschleuniger / Trimmer Certiﬁcation Zulassung Keine Zulassung Certiﬁed standards and procedures Angewandte Testverfahren Folding lines used for certiﬁcation Faltleinen für...

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