# Airwave Wave

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The **Airwave Wave** is an [Austrian](/source/Austria) single-place, [paraglider](/source/Paraglider) that was designed by [Bruce Goldsmith](/source/Bruce_Goldsmith) and produced by [Airwave Gliders](/source/Airwave_Gliders) of [Fulpmes](/source/Fulpmes). It is now out of production.[1]

## Design and development

The Wave was designed as a beginner glider, with the three models each named for their relative size.[1]

## Variants

**Wave S**- Small-sized model for lighter pilots. Its wing has an area of 24.94 m2 (268.5 sq ft), 42 cells and the [aspect ratio](/source/Aspect_ratio_(aeronautics)) is 5.23:1. The pilot weight range is 65 to 85 kg (143 to 187 lb). The glider model is DHV 1 certified.[1]
**Wave M**- Mid-sized model for medium-weight pilots. Its wing has an area of 27.06 m2 (291.3 sq ft), 42 cells and the aspect ratio is 5.23:1. The pilot weight range is 80 to 100 kg (176 to 220 lb). The glider model is DHV 1 certified.[1]
**Wave L**- Large-sized model for heavier pilots. Its wing has an area of 29.27 m2 (315.1 sq ft), 42 cells and the aspect ratio is 5.23:1. The pilot weight range is 95 to 120 kg (209 to 265 lb). The glider model is DHV 1 certified.[1]

## References

1. Bertrand, Noel; Rene Coulon; et al: *World Directory of Leisure Aviation 2003-04*, page 12. Pagefast Ltd, Lancaster OK, 2003. ISSN 1368-485X

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