Trekking Carver

The Trekking Carver is a French single-place paraglider that was designed and produced by Trekking Parapentes of Lambesc. Introduced in 2003, it is now out of production.[1]

Carver
Role Paraglider
National origin France
Manufacturer Trekking Parapentes
Introduction 2003
Status Production completed
Produced mid-2000s

Design and development

The Carver was designed as an intermediate glider. The models are each named for their relative size.[1]

Variants
Carver S
Small-sized model for lighter pilots. Its 11.7 m (38.4 ft) span wing has a wing area of 25.5 m2 (274 sq ft), 52 cells and the aspect ratio is 5.3:1. The pilot weight range is 65 to 85 kg (143 to 187 lb). The glider model is AFNOR Standard certified.[1]
Carver M
Mid-sized model for medium-weight pilots. Its 12.4 m (40.7 ft) span wing has a wing area of 28.5 m2 (307 sq ft), 52 cells and the aspect ratio is 5.3:1. The pilot weight range is 80 to 105 kg (176 to 231 lb). The glider model is AFNOR Standard certified.[1]
Carver L
Large-sized model for heavier pilots. Its 12.9 m (42.3 ft) span wing has a wing area of 30.5 m2 (328 sq ft), 52 cells and the aspect ratio is 5.3:1. The pilot weight range is 105 to 125 kg (231 to 276 lb). The glider model is AFNOR Standard certified.[1]

Specifications (Carver M)

Data from Bertrand[1]

General characteristics

  • Crew: one
  • Wingspan: 12.4 m (40 ft 8 in)
  • Wing area: 28.5 m2 (307 sq ft)
  • Aspect ratio: 5.3:1

Performance

  • Maximum speed: 49 km/h (30 mph, 26 kn)

References
  1. Bertrand, Noel; Rene Coulon; et al: World Directory of Leisure Aviation 2003-04, page 32. Pagefast Ltd, Lancaster OK, 2003. ISSN 1368-485X
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