The Pegas Bellus is a Czech single-place paraglider that was designed and produced by Pegas 2000 of Prague. It is now out of production.[1]
| Bellus | |
|---|---|
| Role | Paraglider |
| National origin | Czech Republic |
| Manufacturer | Pegas 2000 |
| Status | Production completed |
Design and development edit
The aircraft was designed as advanced and cross country glider. The models are each named for their approximate wing area in square metres.[1]
The design has progressed through several generations of models, each improving on the last.[1]
Variants edit
- Bellus 2 26
- Small-sized model for lighter pilots. Its 11.9 m (39.0 ft) span wing has a wing area of 25.5 m2 (274 sq ft), 84 cells and the aspect ratio is 5.6:1. The pilot weight range is 70 to 95 kg (154 to 209 lb). The glider model is Swiss SHV Performance certified.[1]
- Bellus 2 28
- Mid-sized model for medium-weight pilots. Its 12.4 m (40.7 ft) span wing has a wing area of 27.7 m2 (298 sq ft), 84 cells and the aspect ratio is 5.7:1. The pilot weight range is 90 to 115 kg (198 to 254 lb).[1]
- Bellus 2 30
- Large-sized model for heavier pilots. Its 13.38 m (43.9 ft) span wing has a wing area of 29.7 m2 (320 sq ft), 84 cells and the aspect ratio is 5.9:1. The pilot weight range is 105 to 125 kg (231 to 276 lb).[1]
Specifications (Bellus 2 28) edit
Data from Bertrand[1]
General characteristics
- Crew: one
- Wingspan: 12.4 m (40 ft 8 in)
- Wing area: 27.7 m2 (298 sq ft)
- Aspect ratio: 5.6:1
- Maximum speed: 49 km/h (30 mph, 26 kn)
- Rate of sink: 1.05 m/s (207 ft/min)