Advance PI 3
For years the Advance PI series has offered the best Hike & Fly package in terms of lightness in combination with a lot of performance and a definite fun factor. The “Light Versatility” motto will carry even higher significance in this third generation: there are two additional 21 and 25 sizes for the PI 3, and it is even lighter and more compact.
Technical data
| Size |
16 |
19 |
21 |
23 |
25 |
27 |
| IR-T (kg) |
- |
50-65 (B) |
60-75 (A) |
70-85 (A) |
80-97 (A) |
92-110 (A) |
| IR-H&F (kg) |
50-70 (C) |
65-85 (B) |
75-90 (A-B) |
85-100 (A-B) |
97-110 (A-B) |
110-125 (A-B) |
| IR-M (kg) |
70-90 (C) |
85-95 (B) |
90-100 (B) |
100-110 (B) |
110-120 (B) |
- |
| CTW (kg) |
50-90 (C) |
50-95 (B) |
60-100 (A-B) |
70-110 (A-B) |
80-120 (A-B) |
92-125 (A-B) |
| EN/LTF A WR (kg) |
- |
- |
60-85 |
70-95 |
80-105 |
92-115 |
| EN/LTF B WR (kg) |
- |
50-95 |
85-100 |
95-110 |
105-120 |
115-125 |
| EN/LTF C WR (kg) |
50-90 |
- |
- |
- |
- |
- |
| Surface flat (m2) |
16 |
19 |
21 |
23 |
25 |
27 |
| Surface proj. (m2) |
14 |
16.7 |
18.4 |
20.1 |
21.9 |
23.7 |
| AR flat |
4.5 |
4.5 |
4.5 |
4.5 |
4.5 |
4.5 |
| AR projected |
3.5 |
3.5 |
3.5 |
3.5 |
3.5 |
3.5 |
| Number of cells |
38 |
38 |
38 |
38 |
38 |
38 |
| Glider weight (kg) |
1.85 |
2.15 |
2.55 |
2.75 |
2.95 |
3.15 |
| Span flat (m) |
8.5 |
9.3 |
9.8 |
10.2 |
10.7 |
11.1 |
| Span proj. (m) |
7 |
7.6 |
8 |
8.4 |
8.7 |
9.1 |
| Maximum chord (m) |
2.34 |
2.55 |
2.68 |
2.81 |
2.93 |
3.05 |
Pilot demands guide
Higher wing loadings mean more demanding flight characteristics and handling. Small wings are basically more agile and demanding to fly, even when they are flown at normal wing loadings. Loading recommendations for Beginner, Recreational pilot and Expert are given in the table. A new feature is the fact that the PI 3 19 remains EN/LTF B certified over its entire weight range.
Range of use
Depending on its wing loading the PI 3 makes different demands on the pilot. The higher the loading the more challenging the flying characteristics and handling skill requirements become. Small wings are fundamentally more agile, lively, and demanding to fly, even when flown at their normal wing loadings. You can see the different piloting requirements as a function of wing loading in the table below.
The graphic below is meant as a guide to help you choose the right size. If in doubt, seek expert advice!
Colours
Standard colours: White, Fire
Custom colours: Choose your colours and email us the selected colour code with your order.
Note: Size 16 and 19 cannot be ordered in custom colours.
Package
- XPACK
- COMPRESSBAG ULS
- Repair kit
- Mini windsock
Options
- Harnesses
- Reserves
- Helmets
- Instruments
