Ikarus Doppel
| Doppel | |
|---|---|
| Role | Hang glider |
| National origin | Germany |
| Manufacturer | Ikarus Drachen Thomas Pellicci |
| Designer | Thomas Pellicci |
| Status | Production completed |
| Unit cost |
€4150 (2003) |
The Ikarus Doppel (English: Double) is a German high-wing, two-place, hang glider, that was designed by Thomas Pellicci and produced by his company Ikarus Drachen Thomas Pellicci.[1]
Production has been completed and the glider is no longer available.
Design and development
The Doppel was designed to be a two-place glider for tourist flying and flight training. The Doppel was only offered in one size.[1]
The aircraft is made from aluminum tubing, with the wing covered in Dacron sailcloth. Its 10.2 m (33.5 ft) span wing is cable braced from a single kingpost. The nose angle is 120°, wing area is 21 m2 (230 sq ft) and the aspect ratio is 4.95:1. The pilot hook-in weight range is 90 to 185 kg (198 to 408 lb). The glider certified as DHV Class 1-2.[1]
Specifications (Doppel)
Data from Bertrand and Company[1]
General characteristics
- Crew: one
- Capacity: one passenger
- Wingspan: 10.2 m (33 ft 6 in)
- Wing area: 21 m2 (230 sq ft)
- Aspect ratio: 4.95:1