Certification: EN B* (Tandem)
The Apco Hybrid – has proven its advantages and gained immense popularity worldwide.
The Hybrid combines a classic double surface profile with a single surface profile, together creating a hybrid profile design. The Tandem is based on the original Hybrid, and was further improved for use as a Tandem wing. Its main advantages are:
✅ The easiest inflation characteristics available period. Less prone to inadvertent inflation than a single skin glider.
✅ Low Take-Off Speed – for even the most uncooperative passengers.
✅ Real Flare capability – better than any single Skin.
✅ Very Light brake pressure.
✅ Un-matched Roll and pitch Stability, truly amazing!
Designed for both Paramotor and mountain flying, the Hybrid tandem delivers the easiest and smoothest flight experience possible for you and your passengers.
Certified EN-B with both Trimmers closed and Open, with a weight range from 110 to 190 Kg.
The Hybrid Tandem is the easiest tandem wing on the market. It brings everything the solo Hybrid offers to the hands of the tandem pilot:
Phenomenal inflation and Launch, even with a light tail wind, Outstanding passive and active safety characteristics, Perfect, predictable and light handling, Low sink rate with great thermalling, and of course, what every tandem pilot wants – Easy and predictable landing! (unlike single skins).
This unique design combines a classic double surface profile with a single surface profile, together creating a hybrid profile which provides really special flying characteristics.
Putting aside all the hype – this wing must be flown to be believed!
The Hybrid tandem offers many advantages over both classic tandems and single skin designs. It is evident that “Hybrid type” wings are becoming a standard on the market with many companies introducing similar concept designs and we are proud to once again set future standards with the first Tandem Hybrid wing!
Background
The original Hybrid project started off as a concept, an idea that we wanted to explore but never expected what we found! The initial test flights of the first prototype were so impressive that we virtually dropped all other projects in an effort to bring this wing to the market. After 2 years of intense R&D we launched the HYBRID!
The Hybrid must be flown to believe all the “hype” around it, but we promise you it is that SPECIAL! Any pilot that had the chance to try it was amazed and after only 1 flight, convinced that this concept is here to stay!
The Hybrid Tandem is light (4.4 kg), but not designed to be a “Lightweight” wing. the absence of bottom surface on the back part of the wing saves weight but is also what makes it fly in such a special way.
Colours representing the new spirit of APCO Aviation, both striking and functional as they incorporate the 3D cut, shaping the leading edge panels to be sleek and crease free, while allowing for a balanced combination of different fabrics according to their position on the wing.
| Hybrid | Tandem (35) |
|---|---|
| Product Codes | 38710 - Free flying 38810 - Paramotor |
| Cells | 48 |
| Area m2 | 35 |
| Area (projected) m2 | 29.60 |
| Span (incl. Stabiliser) m | 13.28 |
| Span (projected) m | 10.39 |
| Aspect Ratio | 5.1 |
| Aspect Ratio (projected) | 3.7 |
| Pilot Weight, Kg (all up) PG | 110 - 190 |
| Pilot Weight, Kg (all up) PPG | 110 - 240 |
| Weight of Canopy Kg | 4.27 |
| Root Cord m | 3.20 |
| Tip Cord m | 0.57 |
| Length of Lines on B m | 8.02 |
| Total length of line used m | 402 |
| Certification | EN-B DGAC |
| V-min [km/h] | 22 |
|---|---|
| V-trim [km/h] | 35 |
| V-max [km/h] | 45+ |
| Min Sink [m/s] at optimal wing loading | 1.1 |
The Hybrid is much more than an exotic wing for special purposes. It offers many advantages over single skin designs and also classic wings in beginner to sport categories. Hybrid wings will become mainstream products within a few years, replacing many classic designs out there. We are proud that APCO is behind such an innovation!
This project has been long and difficult but we are sure the term “Hybrid” will be forever coined into our sport!
The glider is made from 100% Skytex cloth.
Top surface is a hybrid combination of Skytex 27 and Skytex 33 gr. The 33gr. material is used on the front of top surface as it is the highest loaded part of the canopy and there it is critical to maintain best porosity possible over time.
The rear part of top surface is Skytex 27 gr. for additional weight saving.
Bottom surface is Skytex 27 Gr. Ribs are made from Skytex 33 gr. hard finish.
Lines are all Cousin Trestec, specified in the table below.
This project started off as a concept, an idea that we wanted to explore but never expected what we found! The initial test flights of the first prototype were so impressive that we virtually dropped all other projects in an effort to bring this wing to the market. After 2 years of intense R&D we launched the HYBRID!
The Hybrid must be flown to believe all the “hype” around it, but we promise you it is that SPECIAL! Any pilot that had the chance to try it was amazed and after only 1 flight, convinced that this concept is here to stay!
The Hybrid Tandem is light (4.4 kg), but not designed to be a “Lightweight” wing. the absence of bottom surface on the back part of the wing saves weight but is also what makes it fly in such a special way.
PG Version Line Specification:
| Material | Diameter [mm] | Strength [kg] | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Top | Dyneema | 0.9 | 90 |
| Mid & Brake Mid | Vektran | 0.9 | 115 |
| Mid a, b, c | Vektran | 1.0 | 153 |
| Bottom A, B, C | Aramide | 1.5 | 280 |
| Bottom St | Aramide | 1.0 | 130 |
| Brake top, St top | Vectran | 0.9 | 115 |
| Brake bottom | Dyneema | 2.0 | 230 |
PM Version Line Specification:
| Line | Material | Diameter [mm] | Strength [kg] |
|---|---|---|---|
| Top | Dyneema | 1.0 | 90 |
| Mid & Brake Mid | Vektran | 0.9 | 115 |
| Mid a, b, c | Vektran | 1.0 | 153 |
| Bottom A, B, C | Sheathed Aramide | 2.5 | 450 |
| Bottom St | Sheathed Aramide | 1.8 | 230 |
| Brake top, St top | Vectran | 0.9 | 115 |
| Brake bottom | Sheathed Dyneema | 2.0 | 230 |
| Sail Cloth | Skytex 27 and 33 gr/m2 "Zero Porosity" Ripstop Nylon |
| Rib Reinforcement | FLEXON® batten system |
| Warranty | 1 year / 100 Hours manufacturing defects only |
Apco Hybrid Tandem Manual (Download Pdf)
1 Year / 100 Hours
Learn more about our outstanding factory service.
Order replacement lines from our Line Shop.
Feedback from the wing is always gentle with no surprises, even in rough air, but remains simple to understand. It requires surprisingly little active piloting to keep the wing inflated and on the desired heading.
The Paramotor version is supplied with a fully sheathed bottom line set, specifically adapted to the needs of paramotor pilots, giving protection against line wear, this is vs. unsheathed line set on paragliding version. On both versions, lines are attached to risers with our new unique Aluminium V-link.
Roll Stability on the Hybrid is something special, and it is actually a combination of the Yaw and Roll stabilisation that is a result of having the exposed ribs only on the latter half of the wing (similar to the effect of a tail on an aircraft).
The advantages are apparent in Launch, Level flight in rough air, and in Thermals.
This stability is also very good in more extreme situations such as deep spirals, where the airflow on the wing is not equal on the inner and outer wings, but the wing always seeks to equalize this airflow, so the wing has no tendency to stay in a spiral and will naturally come out faster than traditional paraglider.
None of this reduces the handling or response in normal flight, it still turns as good as or better than any other wing out there.
The Pitch Stability is a result of the unique profile on the glider, which is shark nose on the front, which gives high internal pressure at lower angles of attack and at higher speeds. The undercut in the profile at mid-chord of the wing accelerates the air in that area on the under surface, which means the pressure distribution is higher on the front half of the wing and lower on the latter half, which makes the wing very collapse resistant in flight. The result can be compared to a reflex profile in its behavior, but it is different in that it does not come at the cost of glide performance. The overall shape of the profile is very similar to that of a vulture, and is surprisingly efficient.
The lower brake pressure is related to the pitch stability of the profile, where the lift is mainly on the front part of the wing. The brake pressure is still progressive, increasing as expected as you apply more brake, all the way up to the stall point.
Intended for :
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
For all of you wanting your glider neatly folded and well kept.
*Color shown for illustration only.
Redesigned Spreader bars to attach a second harness to your tandem paraglider incorporating An automatic B-stall mechanism integrated into the spreader bar
PLEASE NOTE:
This product is NOT designed for high load aerobatic maneuvers/aerobatics!
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!
Triple safety lock – only 55 [gr].
The Mini karabiner is a 25mm version of our well proven twist lock karabiner. The lightest in the range of Karabiners!
Like the matching Pilot Harness, the Passenger Harness is highly comfortable, safe and light, designed for ease of use with maximum protection.
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Extremely comfortable, safe, and light, the pilot harness was designed for ease of use with maximum protection.
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This is immediately noticeable when kiting the wing, if you try to create “dolphin” movements in the air you will understand exactly what we mean! Contrary to a Single Skin, you are not tossed around by the currents, the pilot is in control and will enjoy strong thermal conditions! The Hybrid has enough air mass and inertia to penetrate through the air rather then being controlled by the air.
Especially dominant with a paramotor – this wing is more roll stable than anything out there. With this wing, there will be NO roll oscillation what so ever!! When free flying, the pilot will notice that it is “hard” to perform wing-overs. This is due to the increased roll stability of this wing.
Very very low! On a classic profile, the brakes need to be applied against the internal pressure of the wing. With the Hybrid, as with single skin designs the brakes create only drag and therefore are much more efficient. This wing feels accurate and precise, the brakes are progressive and constantly transmitting the air around you.
Take-off speed is surprisingly slow. This helps tremendously in “not perfect” take-off conditions, or with uncooperative passenger! Back-wind of 5-7 [kmh] is not a problem with the Hybrid. Same goes for front launches with a paramotor, few steps and you are airborne. Inflation is as on superlight single-skin wings, it will come overhead and stay there!
Compared to single surface wings, which tend to have very poor flair capabilities, the Apco Hybrid has a flair as good as traditional paragliders in class A or B, only better in that the wing has a very long and forgiving brake range, making manoeuvres such as butterfly landings particularly effective for top-landing.
Contrary to single skin wings, the Hybrid flare is superb! Due to its high stall resistance and long brake travel, it flare is close to that of a normal wing!
The Apco Hybrid has exceptional thermaling characteristics due to its low sink rate in turns and low airspeed capabilities. It will easily settle in a constant angle of bank turn in a thermal, requiring very little pitch or roll input once centred, resulting in a superior climb rate, which will have you at the top of the gaggle in no time.
Flying the Hybrid feels like the wing is “taming down” the conditions. 7 [m/s] thermals, will feel like 4 [m/s] with calm and peaceful behavior.
The Hybrid offers performance that is substantially higher than that of single skin gliders, and at trim speed, it is as good as a conventional glider. The custom Sharknose profile keeps the wing highly pressurised and collapse resistant throughout the speed range.
Feedback from the wing is always gentle with no surprises, even in rough air, but remains simple to understand. It requires surprisingly little active piloting to keep the wing inflated and on the desired heading.
Coming in at only 4 [kg] including standard webbing risers, (not flimsy rope risers!)
Add to this the ease of take-off at nil wind or even back-wind, and it’s perfect for commercial tandem. It has better performance than a single skin with proven Safety. It will make your life so much easier with a better, more enjoyable flying experience for your passenger.
Best of both worlds, rolled into one lightweight, compact package.
Embed Hook-In Points
Flow Aligned Ribs (FAR – pat. pending)
Automatic Pressurising Profile
A system for improved launch, lighter weight, prolonged lifespan
Additional 3D cut on the leading edge for clean construction and improved profile definition
Air Extreme Ball bearing Pulleys ®
Latest laser cutting technology.
Integral built-in neodymium brake magnets
Integral V-Links Replace traditional rapide maillon on the Risers
Apco Hybrid Tandem Manual (Download Pdf)
I have flown the Hybrid tandem this evening with my son.
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