Windtech Syncro

The Windtech Syncro is a Spanish single-place paraglider that was designed and produced by Windtech Parapentes of Gijón. It is now out of production.[1]

Syncro
Role Paraglider
National origin Spain
Manufacturer Windtech Parapentes
Status Production completed
Produced mid-2000s

Design and development

The Syncro was designed as an advanced cross country glider for experienced pilots. The models are each named for their approximate wing area in square metres.[1]

The planform and aerofoil sections were computer designed for optimal glide over the speed range. The design incorporates a "Security Speed System", a combination of closed and half-closed cells on the leading edge to provide a more rigid shape.[2]

The glider wing is made from Porcher Marine Skytex 44 g/m2 nylon fabric. The rib reinforcements are 180 g/m2 Dacron, with the trailing edge reinforcement fabricated of 175 g/m2 polyester. The lines are all sheathed Kevlar of 1.1 and 1.7 mm diameter. The risers are made from 20 mm wide Polyamida strapping.[3]

Variants
Syncro 25
Small-sized model for lighter pilots. Its 12.01 m (39.4 ft) span wing has a wing area of 24.91 m2 (268.1 sq ft), 69 cells and the aspect ratio is 5.8:1. The take-off weight range is 80 to 98 kg (176 to 216 lb). The glider model is AFNOR Performance certified.[1][3]
Syncro 27
Mid-sized model for medium-weight pilots. Its 12.52 m (41.1 ft) span wing has a wing area of 27.03 m2 (290.9 sq ft), 69 cells and the aspect ratio is 5.8:1. The take-off weight range is 90 to 108 kg (198 to 238 lb). The glider model is AFNOR Performance certified.[1][3]
Syncro 29
Large-sized model for heavier pilots. Its 12.96 m (42.5 ft) span wing has a wing area of 28.96 m2 (311.7 sq ft), 69 cells and the aspect ratio is 5.8:1. The take-off weight range is 100 to 125 kg (220 to 276 lb). The glider model is AFNOR Performance certified.[1][3]

Specifications (Syncro 27)

Data from Bertrand[1] and manufacturer[3]

General characteristics

  • Crew: one
  • Wingspan: 12.52 m (41 ft 1 in)
  • Wing area: 27.03 m2 (290.9 sq ft)
  • Aspect ratio: 5.8:1
  • Gross weight: 108 kg (238 lb)

Performance

  • Maximum speed: 54 km/h (34 mph, 29 kn)
  • Cruise speed: 38 km/h (24 mph, 21 kn)
  • Stall speed: 23 km/h (14 mph, 12 kn)

References
  1. Bertrand, Noel; Rene Coulon; et al: World Directory of Leisure Aviation 2003-04, page 36. Pagefast Ltd, Lancaster OK, 2003. ISSN 1368-485X
  2. Windtech Parapentes (2016). "Syncro". Retrieved 24 November 2016.
  3. Windtech Parapentes (2016). "Syncro technical data". Retrieved 24 November 2016.
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