Skywalk Cayenne
| Cayenne | |
|---|---|
| Role | Paraglider |
| National origin | Germany |
| Manufacturer | Skywalk GmbH & Co. KG |
| Introduction | 2003 |
| Status | In production (Cayenne 5, 2016) |
| Produced | 2003-present |
| Unit cost |
€2,538 (Cayenne M, 2004) |
The Skywalk Cayenne is a German single-place paraglider that was designed and produced by Skywalk GmbH & Co. KG of Grassau, Bavaria. Introduced in 2003, it remained in production through 2016 as the Cayenne 5.[1]
Design and development
The aircraft was designed as an intermediate sports class glider.[1]
Since its introduction in 2003, the Cayenne has progressed through five generations of models, the Cayenne, Cayenne 2, 3, 4 and 5, each improving on the last. The models are each named for their relative size.[1][2]
The Cayenne 5's upper surface is made from Porcher Sport Skytex 38 Universal fabric and lower surface from Porcher Sport Skytex 32 Universal. The ribs and bands are Porcher Sport Skytex 32 hard. The main lines are made from Liros PPSL 160, Edelrid 8000U-90, the middle lines from Liros DC 60, Edelrid 8000U-90 and the top lines from Edelrid 8000U-50, Edelrid 9200-30. The brake lines are made from Liros DFLP200/32, Edelrid 9200-30 and the risers are constructed of Cousin Freres 12.5 mm (0.49 in) polyester strapping.[2]
Variants
Cayenne
- Cayenne XS
- Extra small-sized model for lighter pilots. Its 11.19 m (36.7 ft) span wing has a wing area of 23.6 m2 (254 sq ft), 54 cells and the aspect ratio is 5.3:1. The pilot weight range is 60 to 80 kg (132 to 176 lb). The glider model is DHV 2 certified.[1]
- Cayenne S
- Small-sized model for lighter pilots. Its 11.79 m (38.7 ft) span wing has a wing area of 26.2 m2 (282 sq ft), 54 cells and the aspect ratio is 5.3:1. The pilot weight range is 75 to 95 kg (165 to 209 lb). The glider model is DHV 2 certified.[1]
- Cayenne M
- Mid-sized model for medium-weight pilots. Its 12.25 m (40.2 ft) span wing has a wing area of 28.3 m2 (305 sq ft), 54 cells and the aspect ratio is 5.3:1. The pilot weight range is 90 to 110 kg (198 to 243 lb). The glider model is DHV 2 certified.[1]
- Cayenne L
- Large-sized model for heavier pilots. Its 12.84 m (42.1 ft) span wing has a wing area of 31.1 m2 (335 sq ft), 54 cells and the aspect ratio is 5.3:1. The pilot weight range is 105 to 130 kg (231 to 287 lb). The glider model is DHV 2 certified.[1]
Cayenne 5
- Cayenne 5 XS
- Extra small-sized model for lighter pilots. Its 12.06 m (39.6 ft) span wing has a wing area of 22.68 m2 (244.1 sq ft), 69 cells and the aspect ratio is 6.41:1. The pilot weight range is 75 to 95 kg (165 to 209 lb) and the empty weight is 5.0 kg (11 lb). The glider model is EN-C certified.[2]
- Cayenne 5 S
- Small-sized model for lighter pilots. Its 12.43 m (40.8 ft) span wing has a wing area of 24.10 m2 (259.4 sq ft), 69 cells and the aspect ratio is 6.41:1. The pilot weight range is 85 to 105 kg (187 to 231 lb) and the empty weight is 5.2 kg (11 lb). The glider model is EN-C certified.[2]
- Cayenne 5 M
- Mid-sized model for medium-weight pilots. Its 12.93 m (42.4 ft) span wing has a wing area of 26.07 m2 (280.6 sq ft), 69 cells and the aspect ratio is 6.41:1. The pilot weight range is 95 to 115 kg (209 to 254 lb) and the empty weight is 5.5 kg (12 lb). The glider model is EN-C certified.[2]
- Cayenne 5 L
- Large-sized model for heavier pilots. Its 13.36 m (43.8 ft) span wing has a wing area of 27.85 m2 (299.8 sq ft), 69 cells and the aspect ratio is 6.41:1. The pilot weight range is 105 to 130 kg (231 to 287 lb) and the empty weight is 5.8 kg (13 lb). The glider model is EN-C certified.[2]
Specifications (Cayenne M)
Data from Bertrand[1]
General characteristics
- Crew: one
- Wingspan: 12.25 m (40 ft 2 in)
- Wing area: 28.3 m2 (305 sq ft)
- Aspect ratio: 5.3:1