YACHTS & YACHTING
PERSICO FLY40
NOW IN PRODUCTION
PININFARINA CREATES DESIGN FOR PERSICO MARINE ’ S ONE DESIGN FOILER
Persico Marine ’ s new one design foiler , currently in production in its Nembro boatyard , will count on a design partner of the highest renown : Pininfarina .
THE PROJECT – Presented in 2021 by Persico Marine , the Persico Fly40 was designed by Caponnetto Hueber and boasts a unique build team : structural engineering provided by Giovanni Belgrano of Pure and hydraulics by Cariboni , while aerospace-precision construction will be carried out by Persico Marine and its highly specialized team of expert yachtbuilders . Also involved in the project is Pininfarina , known for its superior design solutions . To best design the on-board ergonomics , a mockup of the deck was completed in recent weeks . Meanwhile engineers and technicians have been studying all the details using the most sophisticated design tools . Safety and one design are two strategic elements of the project : the Persico Fly40 will be equipped with electronic flight control , which will allow all owners to drive the AC75-derived foiler simply and safely .
ENTRY OF PININFARINA – Pininfarina ’ s entry in the design team is a further testimony to the value of the project . Daniele Mazzon , chief transportation and yacht designer of Pininfarina Nautical , stated : “ It is of great prestige for us , but at the same time a natural consequence to work side by side with Persico on the stylistic definition of the Persico Fly40 , a boat whose design will reflect functionality , aerodynamics and performance . The experience gained with Persico over the years will now reach a new dimension where the highest expression of sailing , performance and innovation meet . The continuous search for perfect aerodynamics , which is part of Pininfarina ’ s DNA , has led us to the creation of a boat that flies on water thanks to the total adherence of the sails to the deck and the more developed structure near the cockpit . We are proud to be part of the Persico Fly40 team and to accompany Marcello Perisco together with Caponnetto Hueber in the definition of a new high performance market segment .”
Marcello Persico , president of Persico Marine , commented : “ I am extremely proud of this project , which will bring Persico ’ s excellence in the nautical sector everywhere in the world . Therefore , I would like to thank each and every one who is contributing to the realization of the Persico Fly 40 and the yacht owners who are showing great interest . This revolutionary sail / racer has been developed by a team of excellence , including Caponnetto Hueber for naval architecture and hydrodynamics , New Zealander Steve Wilson for the wing mast and rigging , and the world leading designer Pininfarina . Our company puts its specialized experience in the production of carbon boats at the disposal of sports-loving clients , by ensuring the highest — neverbefore-seen — precision in one-design construction through the implementation of Coriolis robot-based lamination technology used for aerospace manufacturing . The Persico Fly40 again raises the bar in the building of sport boats bearing our brand name , which attracts commissions from the most competitive sailing teams in the world .”
TARGET – The Persico Fly40 is aimed at yacht owners who are interested in taking part in a high-profile regatta circuit at the helm of a one-design monohull foiler that is derived directly from the experience and technology of the AC75s in the last America ’ s Cup . The Persico Fly40 is a “ flying ” one-design monohull with a speed of over 40 knots . Moreover , it offers a project that goes beyond the individual boat : there will be a chance to take immediate advantage of a dedicated regatta circuit , plus assistance at the most prestigious regatta sites provided directly by Persico Marine . For this reason , specific attention has been given to logistics : the boat has been designed to be disassembled and shipped at a low cost , thus facilitating the organization of the international circuit .
PERFORMANCE – The Persico Fly40 has a minimum foiling take-off speed of 7 knots ( true wind speed ). The crew members will be the owner and four other sailors to control the mainsail and jib , flight control and tactics . Additionally , the great safety and ergonomics of the crew positions makes it possible to have a guest aboard , at the discretion of the owner and with the approval of the regatta committee . In light wind conditions , the boat ’ s systems will also allow for piloting with a crew of only four .
42 The Art of Luxury Issue 51 2022