An increase in trim speed, glide and more refined handling make this a worthy successor to the Mentor 3, finds Franz Altmann
The Nova Mentor 4 is the latest in the super successful Mentor series from Nova. Topping Euro XC leagues it offers the promise of performance with security.
In Cross Country 159 (May 2015) Franz Altmann discovers:
Like its predecessor, the Mentor 4 inflates gently and reliably. It has no tendency to overshoot.
In the air, you get that instant Mentor comfort, which gives you confidence but leaves you in no doubt about the wing’s efficiency.
In a comparative, simultaneous flight test with the Mentor 3, the differences became apparent. In thermals the Mentor 4 outperforms its predecessor with its direct handling. It is better tuned and maintains its course even in turbulent air…
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