| Choice Zip Bi | |
|---|---|
| General information | |
| Type | Paraglider |
| National origin | Germany |
| Manufacturer | Firebird Sky Sports AG |
| Status | Production completed |
| History | |
| Introduction date | mid-2000s |
TheFirebird Choice Zip Bi is a German two-place,paraglider that was designed and produced byFirebird Sky Sports AG ofFüssen. It is now out of production.[1]
The Choice Zip Bi was designed as atandem glider forflight training and as such the Bi designation indicates "bi-place" or two seater.[1]
The "Zip" name indicates that azipper is included in the wing to reduce wing area when required.[1]
The aircraft's 14.2 m (46.6 ft) span wing has 54 cells, a wing area of 54 m2 (580 sq ft) and anaspect ratio of 4.95:1. The pilot weight range is 110 to 180 kg (243 to 397 lb). The glider is DHV 1-2 Biplace certified.[1]
Data from Bertrand[1]
General characteristics