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Uk Catalogue of Hang Gliders : Manufacturers of 1980 : Gliders Made by Airwave : Comet

Comet Comet

(made in 1980)

The Comet is a high quality machine built entirely in Britain to the best engineering and sailmaking standards under licence to Ultralite Products Inc. of America by a new company, Airwave Gliders. The Comet has a perfected floating cross boom system totally enclosed in a highly developed 60 % double surface airfoil section and mylar leading edge. The unbeatable combination of sweet, sensitive handling outstanding performance makes the Comet a winner, as proven in the world's toughest competitions.

The Comet is produced in three sizes,135, 165 and 185.

Specification:

Comet 165. Weight 69 lbs. Comet 185. Weight 83 lbs.

Uk Catalogue of Hang Gliders : Manufacturers of 1980 : Gliders Made by Airwave : Comet