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Golden3

 

After a worldwide success of the predecessor model Golden2 Gradient's new intermediate glider Golden3 comes up with certification EN-B, LTF 1-2. The glider will be available in five sizes (22-30). So, the whole weight range of pilots is covered. The Golden3 is a completely new development that rose from a final comparison of different prototypes. The Golden3 has a new profile to achieve a higher degree of effectiveness in converting airstreams. Concerning the Golden3's handling the Gradient-Team's target was to achieve a sensitive sportclass characteristic to give maximum feedback to the pilot.

 
 
So, the pilot is able to react precisely on air movement and turbulence. Like all other Gradient's models, the Golden3 comes up with the typical Gradient's wing construction: it reduces the gliders weight and further improves the wing's flight characteristics in extreme manoeuvres, turbulent air and thermals. Golden3 was designed as direct replacement of Golden2 and in term of pilot skill is not anyhow more demanding to fly.  The Golden3 comes up in a new design. The colourful glider range has the Gradient-Logo on the upper sail. Special colour combinations are available on special demand. We expect the start of serial production on the beginning of January 2010. Golden3 size 28 si already EN-B, LTF 1-2 certified, G3 also passed structural test for all sizes 22-30. Sizes 24,26 and 30 are ready for certification and are supposed to be certified as soon as the weather will allow test flights. Size 22 is at the moment in stage of final preparations, so will follows shortly. I am sending you several images of G3, made in Madeira island. Gradient team is there for photo shooting and filming.
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