[1][2] The Discus series was conceived as a single-place intermediate hang glider for recreational cross country flying.
[1][2] Aeros explains the design role: Not everyone has the desire or ability to take part in masters’ competitions.
A lot of pilots just enjoy flying cross-country or soaring in familiar places without feeling the restraints of a hang glider for beginners.
Such gliders combine rather high performance with simple piloting and maintaining.
[3] Typical of the line, the Discus 148 model is made from aluminium tubing, with the wing covered in Dacron sailcloth.