{"product_id":"untitled-10sept_13-27-07","title":"Wills Wing | Falcon 4 170","description":"\u003ch1\u003eWills Wing Falcon 4 170\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eFalcon 4 170\u003c\/strong\u003e represents more than twenty years of refinement of one of the most popular and successful gliders in Wills Wing’s history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince the Falcon series was introduced in 1994, it has been designed around one fundamental goal: making soaring as accessible, enjoyable and stress-free as possible. The Falcon 4 170 continues that philosophy, combining forgiving flight characteristics with light, responsive handling and impressive single-surface performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is an excellent choice for developing pilots looking to build airtime and confidence, while remaining an exceptionally enjoyable glider for experienced pilots who appreciate simple, relaxed soaring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat’s New\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Falcon 4 introduced a revised sail cut and sail-panel layout designed to improve aerodynamic performance while retaining the easy handling for which the Falcon is known.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLateral stability at higher speeds and during aerotow has also been improved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Falcon 4 170 is supplied with an airframe that breaks down to shipping length as standard. An optional short-pack airframe allows the 170 to be reduced to approximately \u003cstrong\u003e6.5 ft (1.98 m)\u003c\/strong\u003e for easier transport and storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003eLitestream Control Bar\u003c\/strong\u003e is also available as an optional performance upgrade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFalcon 4 170 Performance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Falcon series has developed a reputation for extracting remarkable practical soaring performance from a simple single-surface design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Falcon 4 170 combines \u003cstrong\u003erelaxed, responsive handling, excellent climb performance and strong low-speed glide characteristics\u003c\/strong\u003e. Its forgiving nature allows developing pilots to concentrate on improving their flying rather than managing a demanding wing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor newer pilots, this can mean longer and more frequent flights, helping build experience and confidence more rapidly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor experienced pilots, the Falcon 4 170 offers something equally valuable: uncomplicated soaring. Its light handling and straightforward nature make it a glider that can simply be launched and enjoyed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight, responsive and reassuring handling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImproved Falcon 4 sail cut and panel layout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnhanced lateral stability at higher speeds and during aerotow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptional short-pack airframe reducing packed length to approximately \u003cstrong\u003e6.5 ft (1.98 m)\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuick-attach nose cone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptional Litestream performance control bar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransverse batten extending washout support at the wingtips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduced number of reflex bridle lines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e7075-T6 drawn seamless main frame tubing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e7075-T6 drawn seamless keel tubing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e7075-T6 drawn seamless leading edges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e7075-T6 pre-formed battens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLever rear batten tips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBall-type crossbar centre\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull leading-edge Mylar pocket and Mylar insert\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStreamlined kingpost\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRear crossbar haulback system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeluxe glider bag\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eControl bar bag\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBatten bag and Velcro sail ties\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpare parts kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComprehensive Owner\/Service Manual and batten diagram\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eControl Bar\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe standard Falcon 4 170 control bar uses \u003cstrong\u003eround downtubes and a round speedbar\/comfort-bar basetube\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis configuration can accommodate either \u003cstrong\u003e5-inch Hall wheels\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003e8-inch Finsterwalder wheels\u003c\/strong\u003e, mounted directly onto the basetube.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Falcon 4 170 can alternatively be ordered with the \u003cstrong\u003eLitestream Control Bar\u003c\/strong\u003e, with either a streamlined or round speedbar basetube.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe streamlined Litestream basetube can be paired with the Wills Wing Streamlined Wheel Kit, while the round version can accommodate Hall or Finsterwalder wheels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSail Colours\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Falcon 4 sail uses \u003cstrong\u003eV170 4 oz woven sailcloth\u003c\/strong\u003e, with several panels available in a choice of colours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFactory inventory gliders typically use factory-selected colours for the leading-edge top-surface panel and bottom-surface panel. Custom orders allow colour selection for these areas and the trailing-edge panel, with further panel customisation available depending on the sail specification selected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis allows the Falcon 4 170 to be configured with anything from a relatively understated colour scheme to a much more distinctive custom appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSail Materials\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Falcon 4 sail is normally manufactured using \u003cstrong\u003e4 oz woven sailcloth\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlternative sail materials were offered for selected panels, including \u003cstrong\u003e205 MT\u003c\/strong\u003e for the leading-edge and\/or trailing-edge panels and \u003cstrong\u003eUVPXB05\u003c\/strong\u003e for selected upper-surface and trailing-edge panels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailability of particular materials, colours and custom sail options may vary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOptional Short-Pack Airframe\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith the optional short-packable airframe, the \u003cstrong\u003eFalcon 4 170 can be reduced to approximately 78 inches (6.5 ft \/ 1.98 m)\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis makes the glider substantially easier to transport, ship or store than in its normal configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWills Wing also offered a protective Deluxe Transport\/Storage Container consisting of a dense foam liner inside a heavy-duty ballistic-cloth zippered outer bag. The complete glider — including sail, airframe, battens and cover bags — can be packed inside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFalcon 4 170 Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"right\"\u003eFalcon 4 170\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSail Area\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e170 ft²\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpan\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e30.6 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAspect Ratio\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e5.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGlider Weight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e49 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHook-In Weight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e140–220 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOptimum Body Weight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e140–170 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUSHPA Rating\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVne\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e48 mph\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVa\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e42 mph\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVms\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e18 mph\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVd\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e35 mph\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength in Bag\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e214 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBreak-Down Length\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e146 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShort-Pack Length (optional airframe)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e78 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHGMA Certified\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e4 June 2015\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eFalcon 4 170\u003c\/strong\u003e sits at the heart of the Falcon 4 range, offering a particularly versatile combination of pilot weight range, easy handling, portability and soaring performance. 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