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Role | Hang glider |
National origin | Germany |
Manufacturer | Impuls |
Status | Production completed |
The Impuls 17 is a German high-wing, single-place, hang glider that was designed and produced by Impuls of Munich. [1]
The aircraft is no longer in production. [2]
The Impuls 17 was designed as a beginner and school wing for flight training and is certified as DHV Class 2. It is named for its rounded-off wing area, which is 17.4 m2 (187 sq ft). [1]
The aircraft is made from aluminum tubing, with the wing covered in Dacron sailcloth. Its 10 m (32.8 ft) span wing is cable braced from a single kingpost. The nose angle is 120° and the aspect ratio is 5.7:1. Pilot hook-in weight range is 60 to 121 kg (132 to 267 lb). [1]
Data from Bertrand [1]
General characteristics