EN-C Gliders

What level of experience do I need to fly an EN-C glider?

In return for higher performance than EN-B wings, EN-C wings require more piloting experience. Returning to the flying envelope after an incident requires experience and a good knowledge of the wing, as passive safety is more limited than on progression wings. They also react more quickly. You may feel as if you've got a beam over your head, but when it goes, it goes hard. That's why we strongly advise you to maintain a high volume of flying time, in the order of 60 to 70 hours per year, to be able to fly such a machine with peace of mind.

All in all, this type of EN C glider is just as well suited to experienced pilots with a high volume of flying experience, who have had enough of their EN-B+ glider and are looking for a more efficient, more precise flying experience. EN C gliders are also a good choice for pilots coming from a D glider and looking to take it down a notch for greater serenity.

And now EN-C 2-line paragliders!

The latest innovation, and not the least, is the arrival of the 2-line system on category C paragliders. These paragliders, like the Niviuk Artik R, the Air Design Volt 4 and the Ozone Photon, are now available with just two risers and special handles for EN-D-like handling at the back. This evolution further enhances the performance and piloting comfort of these models. A true evolution of EN-C paragliders, these 2-line models are somewhere between a classic EN-C and an EN-D in terms of handling. It is therefore strongly recommended to already have a good experience on a classic EN-C before taking the plunge and going under a 2-line EN-C.