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    (Aeriane) SWIFT rigid hang glider

    Has anyone actually seen one? The design seems to offer some interesting features, but it looks as if Aeriane only sold two or three.

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    yes nothing but youtube clips
    Der SWIFT (Swept Wing with Inboard Flap Trim) ist ein fußstartfähiger
    i am interested in this type
    this one is brightstar swift s/n 137

    recycling and choosing anothe selection on this link shows quite a number . i saw one clip looked like 30 or so lined up to foot launch off an Austrian alpine ridge
    some were swifts , some others

    http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A%C3%A9riane_Swift
    http://aero.stanford.edu/Reports/SWIFTArticle1991.html
    http://www.aeriane.com/

    some research reveals carbon fiber and kevlar cantilevered wing structure
    3 axis stick controle , flaps ,
    the swift is sometimes described as a micro lift glider
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    i sure would like one of these things
    30K $ fob factory and a 2 year waiting list i understand
    i think ill just build a B-10
    http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mitchell_Wing_B-10



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    Mellenium was a follow on to the Swift. Nearly the same performance and easier to transport. I have flown one and know of a damaged one if you are looking for a project to repair. I would take the Mellenium over the Swift. I can also offer a Mitchel B-10 for sale.

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    Quote Originally Posted by jedi View Post
    Mellenium was a follow on to the Swift. Nearly the same performance and easier to transport. I have flown one and know of a damaged one if you are looking for a project to repair. I would take the Mellenium over the Swift. I can also offer a Mitchel B-10 for sale.
    Hi there. Can you pass on any more info about the damaged Swift?

    Thanks,
    Enda

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