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The AirDesign UFO 2 (Ultralight Flying Object) is a single-surface wing aimed at paraglider pilots heading out for hike-and-fly adventures. With EN-A certification in larger sizes, it is also suitable for beginners.
Technical data
Size
13
14
16
18
20
standard takeoff weight (kg) EN/LTF Certification
45-55 C
45-65 C
50-75 B
65-87 A
80-100 A
Extended takeoff weight (kg) EN/LTF Certification
55-80 C
65-80 C
75-90 B
87-100 B
100-110 B
Area | Flat (m2)
13.00
14.58
16.06
17.74
19.44
Area | Projected (m2)
11.02
12.35
13.61
15.03
16.47
Span | Flat (m)
8.04
8.51
8.94
9.39
9.83
Span | Projected (m)
6.35
6.72
7.06
7.41
7.76
Aspect ratio | Flat
4.97
4.97
4.97
4.97
4.97
Aspect ration | Projected
3.66
3.66
3.66
3.66
3.66
Cells
27
27
27
27
27
Weight (kg)
1.36
1.45
1.59
1.77
1.95
Colours
Standard colours: Yoda Green, R2-D Blue, Flash Red - size 13 only
Custom colours: Choose your colours and email us the colour reference with your order. Include a screenshot if you can. Full payment required upfront to confirm your order after which it cannot be cancelled.
Package
Glider
UFO Airpack
Goodies
Repair materials and AirDesign stickers
The new UFO – #haveyouseenit
They were returning home. What they had seen had astonished them so much, they were keeping quiet. One of them ended up breaking the silence. – “What are we going to say?” – “The truth” his fellow replied.
They went back to their thoughts. The spaceship was sailing on autopilot, they could rewind the scene and reflect on the impact of their discovery. Alf was worried. How would the Council react? He could already imagine himself overwhelmed by questions: “Have you seen it?” “Is that true that They made our design even better?” and so on…
That wouldn’t be easy. Especially with the old Stachys. The General was against this mission since the beginning and now they were coming back with such news.
On the other hand, Gordon was kind of excited. What an adventure! After such a long time, they would be acclaimed like heroes. He could perfectly remember the kid playing in the wind. “I’d teach my son on this thing back home!”. He would have to be careful to hide his enthusiasm. But still! What a toy! And he couldn’t help but love the name They had chosen: The UFO, the “Ultralight Flying Object” and their quirky logo as well. “These Humans are really funny” he thought while they could finally catch sight of their planet.
With the new UFO, let’s go back to the roots of paragliding: to fly from a mountain, find a thermal and enjoy the glide! Accessible for everyone, this is the easiest to fly, fully usable and complete single surface, no compromise.
The new UFO – Break your own rules!
How to describe the new UFO…
…in one word? Universal!
…in one image? Magnetic attraction! On a take-off people can’t help to touch or inflate it. They are like mesmerized.
…in one dream? Alone on a remote peak… in a galaxy far, far away…
Construction & Features
Double coated Skytex, doubled seams and etching tape on edges: robustness is the key.
For the first time in the product range, the lines are unsheathed Aramid but color-coded! Solidity has never been so easy to untangle.
The use of Nitinol rods not only saves weight and increases robustness, it also allows a super compact folding… To always slip into your rucksack.
Leading edge and trailing edge are with mylar-border band. This ensures a structural consistency for not changing the wing’s flying behaviors.
Struts have disappeared from the surface for an even cleaner, simpler design, and more compact folding. Few ribs are supported by Nitinol rods instead.
On the leading edge, ground attachment loops can be used to prevent the paraglider from slipping on a steep and/or slippery slope (snow).
Alien's notes
“For every AD wing, these Humans use a claim and a hashtag. For the new UFO, they chose Beam me up and the #haveyouseenit. Dude these guys have guts! We heard them saying: “We know there was expectation, we are confident there won’t be any disillusion. The new UFO follows the original idea behind its predecessor: to be the simplest and easiest tool for hike&fly!"
Features
SUPERLIGHT
Nitinol Rods
3D-Cut
Razor Edge
Soft links
Unsheathed Lines (colored)
Superlight Dyneema Risers
B/C control
Materials
Line • Porcher Skytex 27 classic II – Double coated
Leinen • Top lines: Edelrid 8001/U-070, 090 • Middle lines: Edelrid 8001/U-130, 190 • Main lines: Edelrid 8001/U-190, 230, 280
Riser: EDELRID Taurus – ~3,7mm Dyneema Rope
Maillons: AirDesign Soft-Links
FAQ
Did you know?
The new UFO is SUPERLIGHT on every part designed but durable as well-known for the first one. Every detail matters. For instance, the use of rib-arches with a border-webbing support takes the load from the ribs and line attachments. As well it guarantees a long-lasting glider.
AirDesign has received amazing feedbacks on the first UFO’s longevity. With this new version, pilots and schools will be even happier! The repair shop may not!
