Pro-Design Effect

Effect
Role	Paraglider
National origin	Austria
Manufacturer	Pro-Design
Status	Production completed
Produced	mid-2000s
Unit cost	€2,149 (2004)

The Pro-Design Effect is an Austrian single-place paraglider that was designed and produced by Pro-Design of Natters in the mid-2000s. It is now out of production.^[1]

Design and development

The aircraft was designed as a beginner/intermediate glider.^[1]

Variants

Effect 34

Small-sized model for lighter pilots. Its 11.47 m (37.6 ft) span wing has a wing area of 26.97 m² (290.3 sq ft), 40 cells and the aspect ratio is 4.88:1. The pilot weight range is 75 to 95 kg (165 to 209 lb). The glider model is DHV 1 certified.^[1]

Effect 36

Mid-sized model for medium-weight pilots. Its 11.83 m (38.8 ft) span wing has a wing area of 28.66 m² (308.5 sq ft), 40 cells and the aspect ratio is 4.88:1. The pilot weight range is 90 to 110 kg (198 to 243 lb). The glider model is DHV 1 certified.^[1]

Effect 38

Large-sized model for heavier pilots. Its 12.28 m (40.3 ft) span wing has a wing area of 30.96 m² (333.3 sq ft), 42 cells and the aspect ratio is 4.88:1. The pilot weight range is 105 to 125 kg (231 to 276 lb). The glider model is DHV 1 certified.^[1]

Specifications (Effect 36)

Data from Bertrand^[1]

General characteristics

• Crew: one
• Wingspan: 11.83 m (38 ft 10 in)
• Wing area: 28.66 m² (308.5 sq ft)
• Aspect ratio: 4.88:1

Performance

• Maximum speed: 51 km/h (32 mph; 28 kn)

References

1. Bertrand, Noel; Rene Coulon; et al: World Directory of Leisure Aviation 2003-04, page 27. Pagefast Ltd, Lancaster OK, 2003. ISSN 1368-485X