Delta 5

The new Delta 5 brings 2 liner performance to the very accessible low enC glider class for a wide range of Pilots.

The 5th generation has been designed to be the reference in comfort, ease of use and performance, with improved full speed efficiency and control thanks to the 2-line design.  With 65cells and an aspect of 6.07 keep the Delta 5 as accessible as it's predecessors, and well within the C class will be a superb introduction to 2 line gliders. Progressing from a Delta/Alpina 4 or a Rush/Swift 6 will feel natural but with a huge performance gain.

The Pilot

The Delta is designed for intermediate to advanced level pilots and is the ideal stepping stone into 2 line technology. Suitable for those moving up from a high-B glider and for the more experienced pilots wanting 2-liner control and performance in a lower aspect package for unparalleled ease of use.  For pilots flying 50-100 hours a year who want a potent XC machine which is also relaxing and easy to fly with a low workload this is the glider for you.  If you're stepping up from a high B the Delta 5 is an accessible introduction to 2 line gliders, and if you are a seasoned XC gun then you can enjoy low stress flying without giving up the performance of higher end wings.

The Tech

Born from over 20 prototypes experimenting with all new profiles, planform and line architecture the Delta 5 is an entirely new glider design.  The winglets allow a higher arc and higher sail tension for tighter turning behaviour while maintaining roll stability at speed.  Combining compact and agile handling with the 2 line performance of higher class gliders, an easy and intuitive launch and sharp direct brake input.  It maintains the ease of use of the 3 line Delta pedigree, without the high end feel of most 2 line gliders, but with the efficiency and glide performance that 2 liners bring

The Delta is our lowest aspect ratio 2-liner wing. Derived from the Photon and developed using all of the knowledge gained from years of competition experience and 2 line technical know how, the Delta is a solid compact platform ideal for XC flying in the most demanding conditions. The 2-line design allows for direct angle of attack control and reduced line drag for exceptional good levels of performance and ease of use never seen before in such a low aspect ratio concept. Compared to its predecessor, inflation, performance, accelerated control and general ease of use has been improved with absolutely no compromise to our True Performance promise.

The new inner structure architecture is optimised for structural integrity and low canopy weight, the wing absorbs turbulence without losing span cohesion so the wing remains compact even in the strongest air which is a very desirable characteristic for responsive handling on the strongest of conditions.

In Flight

The new Delta retains the ease of use and True Performance charactersitics of its predecessor.

The 2 line architecture has allowed for an easier inflation process in all conditions, the wing tips are less likely to raise first. It does not overshoot in strong winds, rises fast and easy in nil-wind, and is generally more forgiving than any of our other 2 line designs.

The Delta offers a precise brake input response with high levels of roll and yaw authority, the direct feel is achieved whilst retaining an overall long brake travel that accepts deep inputs whether instantly changing the roll/yaw response in the thermal or for slowing the wing when performing challenging landing approaches.

Big ears can be performed with either the AR3 or BR3 technique. The AR3 requires a firm pull to initiate - we did not want to compromise the wing tip solidity in normal flying - but once in remains stable throughout the speed range. Big ears with BR3 is less effective but easier to initiate and faster to recover.

The Delta features new risers with adjustable B-handle heights, enhancing ergonomic control to accommodate pilots of all shapes and sizes