FreeX Blast explained

The FreeX Blast is a German single-place, paraglider that was designed and produced by FreeX of Egling in the mid-2000s. It is now out of production.[1]

Design and development

The Blast was designed as an intermediate glider. Like all FreeX wings it features internal diagonal bracing. The models are each named for their relative size.[1]

Operational history

Reviewer Noel Bertrand reported that the Blast was commercially successful in 2003.[1]

Variants

Blast S
  • Small-sized model for lighter pilots. Its 11.11NaN1 span wing has a wing area of 24.5m2, 45 cells and the aspect ratio is 5.05:1. The pilot weight range is 55to. The glider model is DHV 1-2 certified.[1]
    Blast M
  • Mid-sized model for medium-weight pilots. Its 11.91NaN1 span wing has a wing area of 28m2, 45 cells and the aspect ratio is 5.05:1. The pilot weight range is 80to. The glider model is DHV 1-2 certified.[1]
    Blast L
  • Large-sized model for heavier pilots. Its 12.61NaN1 span wing has a wing area of 31m2, 45 cells and the aspect ratio is 5.05:1. The pilot weight range is 100to. The glider model is DHV 1-2 certified.[1]

    Notes and References

    1. Bertrand, Noel; Rene Coulon; et al: World Directory of Leisure Aviation 2003-04, page 18. Pagefast Ltd, Lancaster OK, 2003. ISSN 1368-485X

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