Bautek Spice

The Bautek Spice is a German high-wing, single-place, hang glider designed and produced by Bautek and introduced in 2003.[1]

Spice
Role Hang glider
National origin Germany
Manufacturer Bautek
Introduction 2003
Status Production completed
Developed from Bautek Twister

Design and development

The Spice was derived from the Bautek Twister design. Major changes in the Spice include a Mylar leading edge, the lower wing surface extended to 90% of the top surface, a smaller keel pocket and newly designed winglets and wing tips.[1]

The aircraft is made from aluminum tubing, with the wing covered in polyester sailcloth. Its 10.4 m (34.1 ft) span wing has a nose angle of 132° and an aspect ratio of 7.7:1. The aircraft has a broad hook-in weight range from 65 to 110 kg (143.3 to 242.5 lb).[1]

The Spice was produced in just one size, with a wing area of 14 sq ft (1.3 m2). It was certified as DHV 2-3.[1]

Specifications (Spice)

Data from Bertrand[1]

General characteristics

  • Crew: one
  • Wingspan: 10.4 m (34 ft 1 in)
  • Wing area: 14 m2 (150 sq ft)
  • Aspect ratio: 7.7:1

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