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The F3 Bi is a dedicated full reflex wing, that brings the best of what we have to offer to the tandem experience.

Based on our F3, the F3 Bi is a direct result of customer demand wishing for the same experience with their F3 paramotor wing in a tandem wing.

A solid, stable, easy to use wing that enjoys all the latest technology and the full range of performance that only a full reflex wing can offer.

*Certified up to a whopping 450 [kg], the F3 Bi has tank like construction, backed by APCO’s legendary durability.
Roll stability – One of the development objectives was to retain and improve the proven roll stability of the F3. The result is not only impressive in flight, but also affects the ease of inflation and stabilization of the wing overhead prior to take-off. Just hit the gas and the wing will pop overhead with minimum corrections needed.

 

Main Features

  • Available in 2 sizes.
  • Fully functional accelerator/speed system  (for accommodating trikes)
  • Pat. pending RollerCam® buckles for effortless trimmer control even with the heaviest trikes.
  • Amazing Roll Stability powered by Apco’s Flow Aligned Ribs.
  • Stabilo tip steering handles – easy to reach, light brake load for cruising.
  • Apco’s legendary durability and long lasting materials.
  • Huge speed range with a big chunk of it from the trimmers only.
  • Apco’s FLEXON® battens,  indestructible, no need for special care or folding methods.
  • Butt Holes2 – Passive cleaning of sand and debris from inside the wing.

Designed for both solo and Tandem Trikes, the F3 BI can also be use for foot launch* – the lighter load results in slower take-off speed, with minimum running.
F3 Bi replaces its predecessor Lift EU delivering higher performance, while retaining the same safety and ease of use. Exceptionally easy launch and landing makes this the perfect wing for almost any qualified pilot looking for something more than what the LIFT Series offered.

As with the F1 and F3, incorporated into the F3 Bi is our Flow Aligned Ribs (FAR) feature, morphing direction from center to tip, it aligns the ribs with the natural direction of the flow, increasing both performance and roll stability throughout the speed range. The roll stability of the F3 is especially impressive, allowing for agile, precise handling and perfect soft landings every time.

The canopy incorporates 2 functional “3D cuts” for the best possible leading edge shape definition.
The canopy sail tension has been optimized to be a homogeneous unit, solid and reassuring in flight, resulting in our cleanest wing yet!

The riser / speed system / trim system was re-designed specifically for trike use, incorporating Apco’s groundbreaking riser technologies, and has a greater usable range than any tandem wing we have built before. A traditional speed system accelerator is incorporated into the risers for suitable trikes and doubles as an A-assist system when needed.

Open the trimmers and enjoy a significant speed increase of approx. 10 [km/h] (without the use of the speed bar).
If your trike has the option to use a speed bar, you will be able to use maximum speed with the comfort of being able to come back to trim speed with ease, without taking your hands off the brakes or tip steering.

Construction – weight was saved wherever possible, bringing the weight down to 8.3 [kg], while retaining APCO’s legendary durability.

Positioned as the highest performing Reflex Tandem wing in our range, it will easily satisfy every pilot graduating from a wing such as the LIFT or Hybrid Tandem, all the way up to competition pilots.

*(DGAC certification pending)

F3 Bi – Color Options

F3 Bi is available in two standard colors – LAGON #08

F3 Bi is available in two standard colors – FIRE #34

F3Bi / Size 3336
Code2243322336
Cells5658
Area [m2]3336
Area (projected) [m2]27.930.46
Span(incl. Stabiliser) [m]13.514.7
Span (projected) [m]10.011.64
Aspect Ratio5.76.0
Aspect Ratio (projected)4.234.45
Weight Range (all up) ParaTrike [kg]120 - 387 [kg]120 - 430 [kg]
Canopy Weight [kg]8.1 8.3
Root Cord m2.962.96
Tip Chord [m]0.30.3
Length of Lines on B [m]8.48.89
Total Length of Lines [m]449488
Frame hook-up Width [mm]500 - 650500 - 650
*size 33: min. recommended engine thrust 115 [kgf]
V-min [km/h] at optimal wing loading25
V-trim (closed) [km/h]36 - 40
V-trim (neutral) [km/h]43 - 47
V-trim (open) [km/h]50 - 56
V-max [km/h] at optimal wing loading69
Min Sink [m/s] at optimal wing loading1.2 m/sec
All Data measured at sea level, using a combination of GPS and Speed Probe, averaged over several runs.

Double 3D Cut

Very smooth wrinkle-free leading edge 3D definition

Flow Aligned Ribs

Aligning the ribs to the natural direction of the airflow, allows for a dramatic reduction in parasitic drag and improved lift.

High Aspect Ratio, and High Cell Count

Well defined wing profile with high cell count, including our HIT valves results in a very efficient and stable canopy.

Ground-up, Dedicated Risers

Increased speed range in the trimmers functionality, all within strict, passive safety borders.

Ultra Low Drag Trailing Edge Brake Tensioners

The cleanest, lightest, Low-Drag, Trailing Edge Tensioners!
Keeps the trailing edge clean, increases lift and turn efficiency while reducing parasitic drag.

The glider is made from tear resistant Ripstop Nylon cloth, which is P.U. coated to zero porosity and then siliconized to give the fabric high resistance to the elements. Different cloth is used for the top, bottom and ribs due to their different functions. The lines are made of superaramid covered with a polyester sheath for protection against UV, wear and abrasion. The bottom section of the brake lines is made of polyester because of its better mechanical properties. The karabiners that attach the lines to the risers are made of stainless steel.

MaterialWeaveDiameter [mm]Strength [kg]
TopDyneemaSheathed1.195
Middle Super AramidSheathed1.9320
Bottom A's, B's & STSuper AramidSheathed2.5450
ST TopSuper AramidSheathed1.8230
Bottom C's & D's
Super AramidSheathed1.9325
Brake top, Upped Mid, Lower Mid
DyneemaSheathed1.195
Tip SteeringDyneemaSheathed1.195
Bottom Brake & 2D Brake
DyneemaSheathed2.0190
Sail Cloth42 gr/m2 "Zero Porosity" Ripstop Nylon
Rib ReinforcementFLEXON® batten system
Warranty3 years / 250 Hours

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Learn more about our outstanding factory service.

Order replacement lines from our Line Shop.

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Reviews

F3Bi (ParaTrike Wing) :: 200 hours review :: Moshe Grad

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F3BI
200 hours review.

(In order not to repeat myself if you are interested in my 100 hours full opinion on this wing search this form).
This is just to update my original thoughts.
The wing is still my favorite tandem Paratrike wing.
The big update here is that this is the first paragliding wing (free flight or Paratrike) I ever had that never suffered any tears or lines breakage in 200 hours of tandem only flights with around 800 takeoffs and landings ( short flights mostly)
This is amazing to me especially because I take off and land on occasional fields in unimproved grounds with debris all around.
Whatever this wing is made off it is awesome material.

Sincerely
Moshe grad
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F3Bi (ParaTrike Wing) :: 110 hours review :: Moshe Grad

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F3BI paraglider review.

Good morning all,
I received my F3BI paraglider one year ago and had a chance to fly it about 350 flights all tandem flights totaling 110 hours.
I own a tandem paratrike that weigh 115 kg with Rotax 503 engine 50HP.
I weigh 70 kg and take passengers up to 110 kg.

Pilot Experience:
7 years with paratrikes ( over a thousand flights)and 30 years paraglider experience. Also I am a certified advance aircraft pilot with 40 years experience.
I am a very conservative pilot.
This is my first reflex wing.

Ground impressions:
Nice looking.
Solid quality materials no tears or broken lines to date despite rough terrain. Very impressive.
Easy to get lines organized or untangled if necessary.
No need for special ground arrangement, it will always inflate nicely.

In the air:
Once I have used A assist for inflation life became wonderful. It’s a must. Initially manually holding the A I had about 1 failed take off to every 4 good ones. With A assist I Get a ratio of one failed takeoff to 30 good ones.
The wing is easily controlled with good response.
I practice engine out procedure ( I have no starter so once turned off it’s a real emergency landing) on regular basis and never had an issue. Pay attention with Heavy load it sinks faster and hoter.
Longer takeoff run than other gliders I had ( it’s also smaller by 6 square meters than my prior gliders( 36 vs 42).
Turning is beautiful and precise and the tip steering ( my first) is awesome with very light one finger operation. However since my flights are always less than 15-20 minutes ( commercial flights)I don’t use it much and stay with the main handles.
The trims are easily operated and can add 8 Kmh to the flight speed but since speed is not a goal or important to me I rarely use it.
This wing is considerably faster than my old wings ( Itv bulldog, Apco game, apco play)
I do not have wheel brakes and since it’s a fast wing sometimes I wish I did have it for shorter landings.
I didn’t use or tried the speed bar/ A assist assembly which should give another 10 kmh.
things I liked very much:
The wing take turbulence and unstable air very well and in contrast with my prior wings it didn’t give me any” heart attacks” while flying it for almost a year.
Also, amazing flare authority, the best I have seen with any paraglider to date, consequently
All my landings with no exceptions are very smooth on this glider.
My technic is to turn engine off at 3 meters above ground and glide while pulling brakes.
All and all very happy with the wing, it does the job and very durable to date. Also the factory (Apco)was very helpful every time I needed guidance.

Yours
Moshe Grad.

F3Bi (ParaTrike Wing) :: Pilot Comment :: Moshe Grad

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I received my F3BI paraglider last week and had a chance to fly it about 10 flights totaling 2+hours.
I own a tandem paratrike that weigh 115 kg with Rotax 503 engine 50HP.

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F3Bi (ParaTrike Wing) :: Pilot Comment :: Moshe Grad

Good morning Jonathan

You asked my opinion about the new F3Bi ParaTrike wing.
After the flight and some consideration, here are my impressions:

Positive Points:
Inflation, takeoff and landing are perfect.
Stable in the air and comfortable to steer.
I enjoyed flying the F3Bi, and this will be my next parachute👍.

Negative points:
It is easy to confuse where to connect to the risers (Maybe give a different color)
The 2D Steering is a bit cumbersome and not worth the awkwardness.
In addition there are both trimmers and speed system pulleys, which adds to the awkwardness.
Due to the awkwardness of the risers it is a bit confusing and not so straight forward as my previous glider.

[Reply from Apco: This was a prototype riser – we have modified the risers to improve these points].
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In The Box

Options and Accessories

42459: Light Clinch Bag

158.40$

Durable, Comfortable.Made from LightRipstop material. Large Carry Bag for Quick packing of all your equipment. Holds unfolded glider, Harness, Helmet, etc. easily and quickly.
Weight – 500gr.

Open dimensions (Spread Flat): 1.2m x 1.2m

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50011: Custom Colour

Apco Gliders can also be ordered with custom colors to suit your needs, be it a personal preference or for advertising purposes.

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57010: Paramotor Tandem Spreader Bar Set

188.00$

Sold as a set of 2.
Paramotor Tandem Spreader Bar with wide spread to accommodate use with motor.
It has multiple attachment points for easy balancing of the passenger in relation to the pilot. 5 main hook-in points for any pilot, paramotor and passenger weight combinations.
Additionally 2 different height passenger connection points.

 

PLEASE NOTE:

This product is  NOT designed for high load aerobatic maneuvers/aerobatics!

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Wing Suitability

Characteristics

  • TAKE OFF

    Just hit the gas and wait for the magic to happen!

  • LANDING

    Close the trimmers for a low approach speed. Flare is straightforward and the wing efficiently converts speed into lift, for a slow and soft landing.

  • HANDLING

    Low pressure! Sporty feel, accurate, but still long and forgiving. High roll stability combined with 2D Steering and Tip Steering cruising XC flights is an effortless pleasure!

  • PERFORMANCE

    Modest aspect ratio, but high performance design with high, safe, speed increase from opening the trimmers.

  • PILOT FEEDBACK

    “Inflation, takeoff and landing are perfect.
    Stable in the air and comfortable to steer.
    I enjoyed flying the F3Bi, and this will be my next parachute.”
    Moshe Grad

  • CONSTRUCTION

    Extremely strong and durable. All lines are sheathed. Top surface incorporates our legendary double siliconized cloth for maximum durability.

  • F3 Bi

    The APCO F3Bi is the ultimate all round tandem motor wing, designed for Tandem and Solo Trike Flying.
    Will be enjoyed equally by intermediate to the  most experienced pilots.

Features

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    DSC

    DSC – Double Siliconized Cloth

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    BT2

    BUTT HOLES 2

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    3D

    3D Cut

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    FAR

    Flow Aligned Ribs (FAR – pat. pending)

  • HIT Valves

    HIT Valves

    High Intake Valves

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    L/E FLEXON battens®

    A system for improved launch, lighter weight, prolonged lifespan

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    NBM

    Integral built-in neodymium brake magnets

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    BBP

    Air Extreme Ball bearing Pulleys ®

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    Laser Cut Wings

    Each panel is precision cut by laser

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    RTS

    Replaceable Trim System

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    PBH

    They may look like any other handle, but they will keep you safer in the air

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    2DS

    2D Steering – Next Level Adaptable Handling

  • Roller Camet Buckle

    RCB - Roller Camet Buckle

    Roller Camet Buckle – silky smooth trimmer operation

Certification

SizeCertification Type
33DGAC
36DGAC

Documentation