Airwave Wave
# Airwave Wave

The Airwave Wave is an Austrian single-place, paraglider that was designed by Bruce Goldsmith and produced by Airwave Gliders of Fulpmes. It is now out of production.

## Design and development

The Wave was designed as a beginner glider, with the three models each named for their relative size.

## Variants

### Wave S

    Small-sized model for lighter pilots. Its wing has an area of 24.94 $m^2$ (268.5 sq ft), 42 cells and the aspect ratio is 5.23:1. The pilot weight range is 65 to 85 kg (143 to 187 lb). The glider model is DHV 1 certified.

### Wave M

    Mid-sized model for medium-weight pilots. Its wing has an area of 27.06 $m^2$ (291.3 sq ft), 42 cells and the aspect ratio is 5.23:1. The pilot weight range is 80 to 100 kg (176 to 220 lb). The glider model is DHV 1 certified.

### Wave L

    Large-sized model for heavier pilots. Its wing has an area of 29.27 $m^2$ (315.1 sq ft), 42 cells and the aspect ratio is 5.23:1. The pilot weight range is 95 to 120 kg (209 to 265 lb). The glider model is DHV 1 certified.

## Specifications (Wave M)

Data from Bertrand

General characteristics

* Crew: one
* Wing area: 27.06 $m^2$ (291.3 sq ft)
* Aspect ratio: 5.23:1

Performance

* Maximum speed: 45 km/h (28 mph, 24 kn)
