The Gin Bolero Plus is a South Korean single-place, paraglider that was designed by Gin Seok Song and produced by Gin Gliders of Yongin. It is now out of production.
Design and development
The Bolero Plus was designed as an intermediate glider. The models are each named for their relative size.
Bolero Plus XS
Extra small-sized model for light pilots. Its 10.55 m (34.6 ft) span wing has a wing area of 23.4 m
2 (252 sq ft), 36 cells and the aspect ratio is 4.74:1. The pilot weight range is 60 to 75 kg (132 to 165 lb). The glider model is DHV 1 certified.
Bolero Plus S
Small-sized model for lighter pilots. Its 11.0 m (36.1 ft) span wing has a wing area of 25.5 m
2 (274 sq ft), 36 cells and the aspect ratio is 4.74:1. The pilot weight range is 70 to 85 kg (154 to 187 lb). The glider model is DHV 1 certified.
Bolero Plus M
Mid-sized model for medium-weight pilots. Its 11.45 m (37.6 ft) span wing has a wing area of 27.7 m
2 (298 sq ft), 36 cells and the aspect ratio is 4.74:1. The pilot weight range is 80 to 100 kg (176 to 220 lb). The glider model is DHV 1 certified.
Bolero Plus L
Large-sized model for heavier pilots. Its 11.9 m (39.0 ft) span wing has a wing area of 29.9 m
2 (322 sq ft), 36 cells and the aspect ratio is 4.74:1. The pilot weight range is 95 to 120 kg (209 to 265 lb). The glider model is DHV 1 certified.
Bolero Plus XL
Extra large-sized model for much heavier pilots. Its 12.35 m (40.5 ft) span wing has a wing area of 32.3 m
2 (348 sq ft), 36 cells and the aspect ratio is 4.74:1. The pilot weight range is 105 to 145 kg (231 to 320 lb). The glider model is DHV 1 certified.
Data from Bertrand
General characteristics
Crew: one
Wingspan: 11.9 m (39 ft 1 in)
Wing area: 29.9 m2 (322 sq ft)
Aspect ratio: 4.74:1
Performance
Maximum speed: 44 km/h (27 mph; 24 kn)
