Firebird Sub-One

The Firebird Sub-One is a German single-place, paraglider that was designed and produced by Firebird Sky Sports AG of Füssen in the mid-2000s. It is now out of production.[1][2]

Sub-One
Role Paraglider
National origin Germany
Manufacturer Firebird Sky Sports AG
Status Production completed
Produced mid-2000s

Design and development

The Sub-One was designed as a beginner glider and intended for the school market for use in flight training. The models are each named for their relative size.[1][2]

Variants
Sub-One S
Small-sized model for lighter pilots. Its 11.15 m (36.6 ft) span wing has a wing area of 25.48 m2 (274.3 sq ft), 35 cells and the aspect ratio is 4.88:1. The pilot weight range is 60 to 85 kg (132 to 187 lb). The glider model is DHV 1 certified.[1]
Sub-One M
Mid-sized model for medium-weight pilots. Its wing has an area of 28.09 m2 (302.4 sq ft), 35 cells and the aspect ratio is 4.88:1. The pilot weight range is 80 to 105 kg (176 to 231 lb). The glider model is DHV 1 certified.[1]
Sub-One L
Large-sized model for heavier pilots. Its wing has an area of 30.83 m2 (331.9 sq ft), 35 cells and the aspect ratio is 4.88:1. The pilot weight range is 100 to 130 kg (220 to 287 lb). The glider model is DHV 1 certified.[1]

Specifications (Sub-One S)

Data from Bertrand[1]

General characteristics

  • Crew: one
  • Wingspan: 11.15 m (36 ft 7 in)
  • Wing area: 25.48 m2 (274.3 sq ft)
  • Aspect ratio: 4.88:1

Performance

  • Maximum speed: 37 km/h (23 mph, 20 kn)

References
  1. Bertrand, Noel; Rene Coulon; et al: World Directory of Leisure Aviation 2003-04, page 16. Pagefast Ltd, Lancaster OK, 2003. ISSN 1368-485X
  2. "New Paragliders / Archive - January 2004". ojovolador.com. Retrieved 13 May 2016.
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