An inflatable sail, called a Bede wing, is the latest development in the sport of hang-gliding. The wing, made in Wichita, U.S.A., rides air currents and, it is hoped, will reduce the number of accidents that occur when air currents drop unexpectedly.
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Press, Volume CXV, Issue 33783, 4 March 1975, Page 19
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42An inflatable sail, called a Bede wing, is the latest development in the sport of hang-gliding. The wing, made in Wichita, U.S.A., rides air currents and, it is hoped, will reduce the number of accidents that occur when air currents drop unexpectedly. Press, Volume CXV, Issue 33783, 4 March 1975, Page 19
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