Bautek Sunrise

Sunrise
Role Hang glider
National origin Germany
Manufacturer Bautek
Status Production completed

The Bautek Sunrise is a German high-wing, single-place, hang glider designed and produced by Bautek.[1]

Design and development

The Sunrise is made from aluminum tubing, with the wing covered in polyester sailcloth. Its 10.2 m (33.5 ft) span wing has a nose angle of 132° and an aspect ratio of 8:1. The aircraft has a broad hook-in weight range from 65 to 100 kg (143.3 to 220.5 lb).[1]

The Sunrise was produced in just one size, with a wing area of 13 sq ft (1.2 m2). It was certified as DHV 2-3.[1]

Specifications (Sunrise)

Data from Bertrand[1]

General characteristics

  • Crew: one
  • Wingspan: 10.2 m (33 ft 6 in)
  • Wing area: 13 m2 (140 sq ft)
  • Aspect ratio: 8:1

References

  1. ^ a b c d Bertrand, Noel; Rene Coulon; et al: World Directory of Leisure Aviation 2003-04, page 43. Pagefast Ltd, Lancaster OK, 2003. ISSN 1368-485X