The Gradient Bliss is a Czech single-place, paraglider designed and produced by Gradient sro of Prague. Originally produced in the mid-2000, it is no longer in production.[1]
| Bliss | |
|---|---|
| Role | Paraglider |
| National origin | Czech Republic |
| Manufacturer | Gradient sro |
| Introduction | 2003 |
| Status | Production completed |
| Produced | 2003-present |
Design and development edit
The Bliss was designed as an intermediate performance glider. The models are each named for their approximate wing area in square metres.[1]
Variants edit
- Bliss 24
- Small-sized model for lighter pilots. Its 11.63 m (38.2 ft) span wing has a wing area of 23.73 m2 (255.4 sq ft), 55 cells and the aspect ratio is 5.7:1. The pilot weight range is 70 to 85 kg (154 to 187 lb). The glider model is DHV 2-3 and AFNOR Performance certified.[1]
- Bliss 26
- Mid-sized model for medium-weight pilots. Its 12.27 m (40.3 ft) span wing has a wing area of 26.44 m2 (284.6 sq ft), 55 cells and the aspect ratio is 5.7:1. The pilot weight range is 80 to 100 kg (176 to 220 lb). The glider model is DHV 2-3 and AFNOR Performance certified.[1]
- Bliss 28
- Large-sized model for heavier pilots. Its 12.92 m (42.4 ft) span wing has a wing area of 29.30 m2 (315.4 sq ft), 55 cells and the aspect ratio is 5.7:1. The pilot weight range is 95 to 120 kg (209 to 265 lb). The glider model is DHV 2-3 and AFNOR Performance certified.[1]
Specifications (Bliss 26) edit
Data from Bertrand[1]
General characteristics
- Crew: one
- Wingspan: 12.27 m (40 ft 3 in)
- Wing area: 26.44 m2 (284.6 sq ft)
- Aspect ratio: 5.7
Performance
- Maximum speed: 55 km/h (34 mph, 30 kn)
- Rate of sink: 1.0 m/s (200 ft/min)
