Buying an APCO paraglider: what matters before choosing
APCO Aviation (Israel) builds both paragliders and paramotor wings. For paragliders, EN class, weight range, type of use and pilot experience decide, not the brand name.
APCO paraglider: An APCO paraglider is chosen by use, EN safety class, weight range, pilot experience, launch behaviour and handling. Size and safety class matter more than a single model.
Key facts
Choice by pilot and use
Training, leisure flying, hike & fly and cross-country are assessed differently. Relevant are launch behaviour, damping, aspect ratio, handling, pack size, EN certification and weight range.
Why size and weight range are critical
A wing that is too small flies faster and reacts more nervously; one that is too large becomes sluggish and launches worse. A recommendation needs pilot weight, equipment, reserve and the typical flying area.
Paraglider vs. paramotor wing at APCO
APCO has separate model lines for free flying and for powered paragliding. This page concerns free-flying paragliders. Paramotor wings have their own category because profile, trimmers and speed range differ.
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Frequently asked questions
Which APCO paraglider suits beginners?
Beginners typically fly EN-A or the lower EN-B range. Important are forgiving launch behaviour, high damping, a matching weight range and the pilot weight including equipment. Concrete model names only follow from these data.
Can I choose an APCO paraglider online?
A pre-selection by EN class and weight range is possible online. The final recommendation considers pilot weight, harness, reserve, flying area, experience and preferred handling.
Is APCO more paraglider or paramotor?
APCO is active in both areas. Paramaniac lists APCO paragliders and APCO paramotor wings in separate categories because profile, certification and use differ.
Unsure about size, variant or part number?
Send us model, serial number, pilot weight or photos of the assembly group. We check the right way before you order the wrong part.
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