Paratech P25

P25
Role	Paraglider
National origin	Switzerland
Manufacturer	Paratech
Designer	Uwe Bernholz
Status	Production completed
Unit cost	€2,265 (2004)

The Paratech P25 is a Swiss single-place paraglider that was designed by Uwe Bernholz and produced by Paratech of Appenzell. It is now out of production.^[1]

Design and development

The aircraft was designed as a beginner/intermediate glider.^[1]

Variants

P25S

Small-sized model for lighter pilots. Its 11.72 m (38.5 ft) span wing has a wing area of 26.2 m² (282 sq ft), 45 cells and the aspect ratio is 5.3:1. The pilot weight range is 65 to 85 kg (143 to 187 lb). The glider model is DHV 1-2 certified.^[1]

P25M

Mid-sized model for medium-weight pilots. Its 12.23 m (40.1 ft) span wing has a wing area of 28.5 m² (307 sq ft), 45 cells and the aspect ratio is 5.3:1. The pilot weight range is 80 to 105 kg (176 to 231 lb). The glider model is DHV 1 certified.^[1]

P25L

Large-sized model for heavier pilots. Its 12.74 m (41.8 ft) span wing has a wing area of 31.0 m² (334 sq ft), 45 cells and the aspect ratio is 5.3:1. The pilot weight range is 100 to 125 kg (220 to 276 lb). The glider model is DHV 1 certified.^[1]

Specifications (P25M)

Data from Bertrand^[1]

General characteristics

• Crew: one
• Wingspan: 12.23 m (40 ft 1 in)
• Wing area: 28.5 m² (307 sq ft)
• Aspect ratio: 5.3:1

Performance

• Maximum speed: 47 km/h (29 mph; 25 kn)

References

1. Bertrand, Noel; Rene Coulon; et al: World Directory of Leisure Aviation 2003-04, page 26. Pagefast Ltd, Lancaster OK, 2003. ISSN 1368-485X