Eagle DHV 2 - Firebird · 2006. 2. 3. · All 2005 Firebird gliders feature our flashy new design,...

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FIREBIRD PRODUCTS 2005 The Swiss Company has launched a complete new range of gliders for the start of 2005. The new Firebird products cover the needs of beginners and safety oriented pilots as well as intermediate level pilots and paragliding professionals. A new Tandem has also been launched. All 2005 Firebird gliders feature our flashy new design, the striking swept-back planform and technical innovations such as Speed Loops and Laser Cut Technology. This new technology helps us to achieve new levels of quality, and thus allows Firebird to offer a 5-year-warranty on all their new gliders. 5-YEAR-WARRANTY

Firebird is the first and only producer worlwide offering a 5-Year-Warranty on all its gliders.

Thanks to many years of exerience and the use of new technologies this has now become possible and is the best proof for Firebird not only standing for fun and safety but also for innovation and highest quality.

Innovations, consistent production management and production improvements are necessary to produce quality on such a high level. Every production step is now recorded and after each step the product is precisely controlled regarding mistakes or irregularities. Thanks to this error control procedure and the use of the latest high tech materials and production methods wer are convinced to produce very high quality products and therefore can grant you an extraordinarily long warranty time of 5 years or 500 flight hours.

Laser Cut Technology

The new Firebird wings are worldwide the first ones produced with Laser Cut Technology. This technology results in highest cutting precision and a minimum of material waste. All the different parts of the wing are precicely “burned out” with a laser plotter and receive an individual number burned in every part automatically by the laser.

Laser Cut Technology allowed us not only to improve and optimize production planning and controlling but also to archieve an unimagined accuracy of 0.15 mm. Moreover a very pleasant side effect of the laser cut is the advantage of sealing the cutting edge automatically before the precicely cut and inscribed parts go on to further processing.

Producing all our wings with Laser Cut Technology contributes a lot to the high quality and longevity of the new Firebird gliders and is one of the main reasons why we can be the only producer in the world to offer a 5-year-warranty on our gliders.


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Dirt Hole Firebird gliders all come with a velcro opening situated on the wing tip. Through this Dirt Hole things like sand, leaves etc. can be removed with ease at regular intervals to prevent internal abrasion of metarial.

Firebird uses Speed Loop line attachment points instead of the usual tapes. Speed Loops are made of thin sheathed lines. They can accept 30% greater load than conventional attachment points due to the improved internal sewing. The air flow across the sail undersurface is less disturbed and the profile is more stable during accelerated flight, achieving additional performance without any loss of safety.

Speed Loop Technology INNOVATIVE ATTACHMENT POINTS

Firebird uses Lite Loops line attachment points instead of the usual tapes made of thin sheathed lines. They can hold 30% more than conventional attachment points due to the improved inside sewing. The air flow on the bottom sail is less disturbed and the profile is more stable during accelerated flight, so a gain in performance is achieved without any loss of safety.

Therefore the new Firebird Speed Loops do not only offer sesnsible aerodynamic advantages but also the benefit to hold 30% more load which contributes to the high quality and longevity of the new Firebird gliders and is also one of the reason why we can be the only producer in the world to offer a 5-year-warranty on our gliders.

FIREBIRD DESIGN

Many design studies and innumerable prototpyes had to be realized to reach our goal of being the first producer constructing a real design wing and only the implementation of a costly new sewing method has made the production of our new design even possible.


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Edge Protect EDGE REINFORCEMENT

On leading and trailing edge, a dracon tape is used instead of a webbing tape. This avoids shrinkage even in extreme temperatures and humidity so changes in flight behaviour can be avoided and the most exposed parts of the glider are well protected.

COMFORT RISERS

The new Firebird gliders are well thought out up to the risers. The improved Firebrid comfort risers are produced with new materials in optimized processing for best quality.

All fittings are in metal to guarantee for longevity even with heavy usage. The brake handles bordered in red are easy to catch and in the inner part worked up with velours for enhanced comfort.

The twin A risers are equiped with magnetic metal buttons and the line cutting edges are sealed.

All the important points for the pre-flight check are bordered in red for safe takeoffs.

Plastic clips in the line locks complete the high quality standard of the new comfort risers on all the Firebird gliders.

SWEPT-BACK PLANFORM The new Firebird swept-back planform guarantees for high safety while thermalling through a narrow turn radius, improved slow flight characteristics and excellent handling. It also prevents locked spirals and greatly reduces the risk of cravats.

MATERIAL

For the new Firebird gliders only approved and successful materials are used. The lines are from Edelrid, Technora (1,2 mm) for the riserlines and Dynema (0,9 mm) for the top lines. For the canopies we use Sky-Tex from Porcher NCV, a cloth developed especially for paragliders with excellent UV resistance and tear strength.


Z-One+ DHV 1:

BEGINNER AND ALLROUND GLIDER

Firebird keeps the approved and successful beginner glider Z-ONE in the product range 2

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The Z-One is a highly modern training and st

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intermediate glider incorporating all the latetechnologies.

twin A-risers for easy big ears. The expensive method of construction allows a reduction in the number of lines in that, as with the H-cell technology, only every third cell is suspended.The Z-One guarantees stable ground handling feasy and relaxed take-offs. Students and pilots who don`t fly very often particularly appreciate this characteristic. Straightforward flying characteristics, particularly in rough condiallow for safe and relaxed flying.

Z-One DHV 1 S M L Area [m2] 26,00 29,40 32,10

Span [m] 11,50 12,20 12,80

Area projected 23,10 26,10 28,50

Span projected 9,60 10,20 10,70

Aspect ratio 5,10 5,10 5,10

Aspect ratio projected 4,00 4,00 4,00

Number of cells 40 40 40

Pilot weight [Kg] 47 - 65 60 - 85 80 - 110

Take Off weight [Kg] 65 - 85 80 - 105 100 - 130

Speed min./Trim/max 22/36/47 22/36/47 22/36/47 DHV class 1 1 1 Colours gold, red, blue

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Spider DHV 1-2:

FUN INTERMEDIATE GLIDER

The Firebird Spider is a safe performance and fun intermediate glider. It is agile, safe and stable.

The swept-back planform gives narrow turn radius and improved slow flight characteristics while full diagonal ribs and additional E lines result in a very stable profile. The hich tech design of the Spider reduces the number of lines to give good glide even when accelerated, so the Spider delivers big gains in performance without compromising safety, conforming to the new DHV requirements.

We have optimized safety so you can concentrate on your flying. The characteristic swept-back planform prevents locked spirals and greatly reduces the risk ocravats. The Spider also garanties for moderate reactions even on big asymmetric deflations, as certified by the new tougher DHV regulations.

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The handling of the new Spider is direct and precise, so you can fly a long time without getting tired. Also the fine handling generates a secure feel in thermals and is great fun when flying freestyle. In addition to that the Spider sets new standards in quality and technical innovations. It is produced with Laser Cut Technology in the new elaborate Firebird design and equiped with Speed Loops that can hold 30% more load and provide aerodynamic advantages. Moreover Dirt Holes for convenient maintenance of your glider, EdgeProtect edge reinfordement to protect the most exposed parts of the glider and new comfort risers make the Spider a real high-quality product allowing us to be the only producer worldwide offering a 5-year-warranty.

Spider DHV 1-2 S M L Area [m2] 25,72 28,50 30,83 Span [m] 11,97 12,60 13,10 Area projected 21,23 23,52 25,44 Span projected 9,88 10,40 10,82 Aspect ratio 5,57 5,57 5,57 Aspect ratio projected 4,70 4,70 4,70 Number of cells 49 49 49 Pilot weight [Kg] 48-68 60-88 80-110 Take Off weight [Kg] 60-85 80-105 100-125 Speed min./Trim/max 23/38/51 22/38/50 22/38/50 DHV class 1-2 1-2 1-2 Colours gold, red, blue


eagle DHV 2:

SPORT CLASS AND XC GLIDER

The Eagle replaces the two old-fashioned Hornets. Handling and efficiency are similar to the Hornet SP. Firebird has enhanced stability and cornering ability through the new diagonal cell arrangement towards the tips. The Eagle will surely be among the very best DHV 2 gliders as it is fast, direct and stable.

The Eagle is a glider for ambitious XC pilots with a wide speed range with optimum glide for long, fast and safe glides. It is fast on trim and accelerated speed, a flat polar for little loss of altitude on valley crossings and other long glides, resulting in a high entry into the next thermal. Sporty handling, direct feedback and excellent slow flight characteristics garantee for successful thermalling even in narrow thermals. Furthermore the improved wingtip shape and high internal pressures enhance stability and the swept-back planform provides high safety while thermalling through excellent slow flight characteristics and handling. With the direct feedback, positive brakes and handling of the Eagle you know exactly what is happening in the air around you for efficient and secure flying in thermals and on glides.

In addition to that the Eagle sets new standards in quality and technical innovations. It is produced with Laser Cut Technology in the new elaborate Firebird design and equiped with Speed Loops that can hold 30% more load and provide aerodynamic advantages. Moreover Dirt Holes for convenient maintenance of your glider, EdgeProtect edge reinfordement to protect the most exposed parts of the glider and new comfort risers make the Eagle a real high-quality product allowing us to be the only producer worldwide offering a 5-year-warranty.

Eagle DHV 2 S M L Number of cells 56 56 56 Area [m2] 24,79 27,20 29,62 Span [m] 11,38 12,40 12,94 Aspect ratio 5,65 5,65 5,65 Area projected 21,66 23,70 25,82 Span projected 9,75 10,20 10,65 Aspect ratio projected 4,39 4,39 4,39 Take Off weight [Kg] min 65 80 95 Take Off weight [Kg] max 85 100 120 DHV 2 2 2 Colours orange, gold, blue

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Twix DHV 1-2:

VARIABLE AND AGILE

The tandem glider to make you smile with your passengers. The most practical tandem on the market through its large weight range from 120 to 220 kg for optimum adjustment of wing load. Thanks to the ability to zip away 3 cells you have the choice between 32 or 36 m2 area projected and can fly light or heavy passengers with a safe wing loading and speed.

The Twix also allows you to fly narrow turns for a tandem and fly without tiring as the swept-back planform guarantees for direct handling, high agility and low brake forces. Besides fantastic handling the Twix also offers excellent slow flight behaviour, so you are on top in weak and narrow thermals.

Moreover the Twix has been especially designed for easy ground handling, low take-off speed and excellent filling behaviour to provide safe and stress-free takeoffs even with slow running passengers and to get you in the air safely.

In addition to that the Twix sets new standards in quality and technical innovations. It is produced with Laser Cut Technology in the new elaborate Firebird design and equiped with Speed Loops that can hold 30% more load and provide aerodynamic advantages. Moreover Dirt Holes for convenient maintenance of your glider, EdgeProtect edge reinfordement to protect the most exposed parts of the glider and new comfort risers make the Twix a real high-quality product allowing us to be the only producer worldwide offering a 5-year-warranty.

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Number of cells 52 55 Area [m2] 39,90 43,85 Span [m] 14,10 15,10 Aspect Ratio 4,98 5,20 Area projected 32,26 36,01 Span projected 11,40 12,40 Aspect Ratio projected 4,03 4,27 Take Off weight min 120 140 Take Off weight max 180 220 DHV 1-2 1-2 Colours white, gold, red

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trainer

The Firebird Trainer is now available in the new Design and will be delivered with a new small Rucksack! With the Firebird Trainer groundhandling becomes a game. Even in very windy conditions and on unflyable days when practicing with a bigger glider is impossible you can practice groundhandling and take off techniques with the Firebird Trainer. The Trainer wing is like a very small paraglider completely equiped with risers and lines. It has been developed and certified exclusively for the training of glider handling on the ground. Groundhandling has become more and more popular as many pilots have experienced it not only being a lot of fun but also contributing very much to personal security in the air as the handling of the glider on the ground is very similar to the bahaviour of the canopy during flights.

Trainer M Number of cells 25 Area [m2] 11.47 Span [m] 7.47 Aspect ratio 4.86 Area projected 10.09 Span projected 6.21 Apect ratio projected 3.82 Colours gold, red, blue

RS 7 FIREBIRD RESERVE

The rescue system from Firebird with DHV certification stands for highest safety and quality. The RS7 is a round canopy construction with centerline technology to guarantee for quick opening, optmized sink rate, low oscillation during the descent and easy packing. The rescue has 16 panels of air permeable, tear resistant nylon material and the main seems are re-enforced.

RS7 Weight (kg) 2.2 Sink rate (m/s) 6.5 Panel 16 Ârea (m2) 34 Maximum load (kg) 120 Maximum load DHV (kg) 114 Certification DHV

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RHINO THE ALL-ROUND COMFORT HARNESS

This harness is for all those whose priorities are safety, comfort and durability. Safety features include: A thick foam protector; a reserve in a side container with a very short handle connection; Safe-T-Bar protection against open leg straps.

An optimum cut with comfortable seat board and multiple adjustment possibilities guarantee best comfort for take off, flying and landing. The high quality finish and tough materials guarantee the durability of your harness.

A large back pocket and a practical side pocket offer enough space for backpack, clothing etc. as well as for in-flight supplies.

Harness has been tested and certified by DHV safety regulations concerning load and back protection.

Sizes: S, M, L, XL Colours: red/ black Karabiners: INOX steel 2.6 KN

VIPeR THE SPORT HARNESS

Whether in the supine position while thermalling or in the reclined position during accelerated glides – the Viper offers the optimum fit thanks to run-through shoulder straps.

The reserve is placed under the seat board to provide best balance and symmetry. The four-leaf container guarantees fast and secure reserve deployment in emergencies.

The Safe-T-Bar system prevents falling out with open leg straps, the 18cm foam protector makes the harness safe without sacrificing aerodynamic quality.

2 side pockets and a spacious back pocket offer enough space for backpack, clothing etc. as well as for inflight supplies.

Harness has been tested and certified by DHV safety regulations concerning load and back protection.

Sizes: S, M, L, XL Colours: red/ black Karabiners: INOX steel 2.6 KN

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Polaris BEGINNER AND ALLROUND POWERKITE

With easy handling, extreme stability and excellent performance the Firebird Polaris garantees for maximum fun! Delivered with handles and a practical backpack.

Polaris XS S M L

Area [m2] 2,0 3,0 4,4 5,5 Span [cm] 225 310 375 440 Aspect Ratio 2,53 2,53 2,53 2,53 Lines [daN] 130/70 130/70 180/95 270/130Wind 2-7 1,5-6 1,5-6 1-5 Colours gold, red, blue

Arctis INTERMEDIATE POWERKITE

Precice handling, agility and reactivity for maximum performance in all conditions: snow, land, water and ice!

Delivered with bar and a practical backpack.

Arctic S M L

Area [m2] 7,5 9,5 11,5 Span [cm] 475 565 660 Aspect Ratio 3,00 3,36 3,79 Lines [daN] 130/70 130/70 180/95 Wind 1,5-6 1-6 1-4 Colours blue, red

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RUCKSACK The new Firebird rucksack maximises comfort, while keeping dimensions as small as is practical. Much testing has resulted in positioning the rucksack to ocomfort. Sensibly positioned outer pockets ensure easy access to flight accessories. In addition, the backpack can be packed down to an extremely small size in order to fit into the smallestharnesses. Produced with high-quality Cordura and sturdy zipthis new backpack will be long-lasting and very pleasant to u

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EDIUM AND SMALL RUCKSACK

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LIGHT SUIT

irebird Flight Suits are now available again.

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aturally, the suit has Vario loops and footstraps, ,

he suit is available in 6 different sizes:

OCKPIT

he new Firebird cockpit is even more practical and

big PVC map pocket and two useful net side pockets

almost any type of harness.

M Tfor the small Firebird Trainer wing and the Firebird kites. Tbig Firebird Rucksack this mini Rucksacks are also very popular asbackpack for all sorts of things and are now available individually.

F F Dis this suit a must for every pilot. Ntogether with a selection of pockets: a radio pocketwallet pocket and two big trouser pockets. There is also a small pocket on one sleeve for the cablecar passes or identity cards! TXXS = 1,30 m, XS = 1,45 m S = 1,55 m, M = 1,70 m L = 1,85 m, XL = 1,95 m

C Tfunctional than before. Ahave been incorporated, and the variety of methods ofattachment ensure that it will be easy to secure to

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