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The Sol Dynamic is a Brazilian single-place paraglider that was designed and produced by Sol Paragliders of Jaraguá do Sul in the mid-2000s. It is now out of production.

Design and development

The Dynamic was designed as an advanced and competition glider. The models are each named for their relative size.

Variants

Dynamic S

Small-sized model for lighter pilots. Its 12.2 m (40.0 ft) span wing has a wing area of 23.92 m (257.5 sq ft), 77 cells and the aspect ratio is 6.24:1. The pilot weight range is 75 to 90 kg (165 to 198 lb).

Dynamic M

Mid-sized model for medium-weight pilots. Its 12.7 m (41.7 ft) span wing has a wing area of 25.85 m (278.2 sq ft), 77 cells and the aspect ratio is 6.24:1. The pilot weight range is 90 to 115 kg (198 to 254 lb).

Dynamic L

Large-sized model for heavier pilots. Its 13.14 m (43.1 ft) span wing has a wing area of 27.69 m (298.1 sq ft), 77 cells and the aspect ratio is 6.24:1. The pilot weight range is 105 to 120 kg (231 to 265 lb).

Specifications (Dynamic M)

Data from Bertrand

General characteristics

• Crew: one
• Wingspan: 12.7 m (41 ft 8 in)
• Wing area: 25.85 m (278.2 sq ft)
• Aspect ratio: 6.24:1

Performance

• Maximum speed: 60 km/h (37 mph, 32 kn)
• Rate of sink: 1.0 m/s (200 ft/min)

References

1. ^ Bertrand, Noel; Rene Coulon; et al: World Directory of Leisure Aviation 2003-04, page 31. Pagefast Ltd, Lancaster OK, 2003. ISSN 1368-485X

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