The first Paramotor Mondial went off with a bang over the weekend of 19-21 June, with 400+ pilots in the air and a trade show that saw manufacturers and dealers from across the world of powered paragliding. Held at an airfield near Blois in France, about 170km south west of Paris, the fly-in was designed […] …read more
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Enzo 2 Wins 2015 Korea Open Champs
The 2015 Korea Open Championship was held on Pyeongchang, from June 10th to the 14th.
Among 85 pilots, Ozone Enzo 2 pilots Yongjong Park (Korea) won 1st place and Byeongkuk Moon (Korea) took 3rd. Overall there were 4 Enzo 2s in the top 10. The weather conditions were not the best in Korea, but during 5 days of competition, two tasks were accomplished on June 10th (85,7km) and June 14th (42,7km).
Click here for more competition results.
Source:: Ozone Paragliders
Important Note Regarding the LTF in Germany
Over the past few years, a lack of clarity and the spread of misinformation have caused German pilots to be misled about the facts of the LTF. As we know, the LTF paraglider certification adds nothing to the safety of the wing, while adding needless red tape and potentially increasing the cost to the pilot.
The German Ministry has now confirmed that German pilots do not need to fly wings which have LTF certification, as long as the wing does have a recognised certification issued by any other official organisation from a country within the EU.
As a result of the German Transport Ministry’s review, wings like the Mojo 5 and Atom 3, which have been tested to the normal EN standards and recognized by the French authorities, are valid for sale and use by German pilots and for use in German schools. The new Mojo 5 and Atom 3 are the best wings we have ever made in these classes and we are happy that German pilots and schools can use them as easily as the rest of the pilots in Europe.
Source:: Ozone Paragliders
F*Lite Harness, the lightest in existence, now available
The F*Lite is finally here! It is designed especially for pilots who want the lightest gear possible, and has a final weight of approximately 100 grams. It is the lightest harness in existence, and is fully EN load tested. Since we first previewed this harness at St. Hilaire 2014, Fred has spent months refining the pilot comfort and we are now happy to launch the M size which comes in at a mere 103 grams. There will be S and L sizes at a later date. Together with the F*Lite, we are also releasing the new Big LinkLite connectors for the harness-to-riser attachment. The Big LinkLites are sold as a pair, and are not included with the F*Lite.
Source:: Ozone Paragliders
Niviuk sign up Julien Irilli!
Niviuk sign up Julien Irilli! …read more
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FIA El Yelmo. Thank you!
FIA El Yelmo. Thank you! …read more
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See paragliders and wingsuit flyers storm a castle
It’s not every day you see three paragliders in sync as wingsuit pilots speed between them. And it’s certainly not every day you see these guys playing in the skies above such a stunning castle.
Paragliders Horacio Llorens, Theo De Blic and Rafael Goberna joined the Soul Flyers, Fred Fugen and Vince Reffet, to make the incredible video produced by Shams over the scenic Peyrepertuse Castle.
Source:: Just Acro
World Champion Honorin Hamard Joins Ozone R&D Team
The Ozone R&D Team is growing! Dav, Luc, Russ, and Fred, are pleased to welcome Honorin Hamard to the R&D Team. “Hono” is 23 years old, and has been flying since age 13. His young age belies his calm and mature attitude, however, and all of us at Ozone have been entirely impressed with his rapid progress and mature attitude in the air – an attitude that saw him win the 2015 World Championships, win the declared goal world record in 2013 (423kms), and stand on several National podiums.
He will be working closely with the boys as a test and development pilot, and brings with him a wealth of experience and talent. Not only that, but also he dramatically reduces the average age of the Ozone test team; the future is bright!
Cheers, from all the Team.
Source:: Ozone Paragliders
Sol Flexus reflex paramotor wing
Sol Paragliders are launching a full-reflex wing for paramotor use: the Flexus. They say it is a fast and stable beginner-intermediate glider. Sol say the Flexus is a good combination of security, speed, performance and ease of handling, and is capable of long cross-country flights. The Flexus is pending DGAC certification, and will be available in six sizes and four […] …read more
Italian Open Results
Luc Armant reports that the Italian Open had 6 tasks in a row with an amazing organization in beautiful country with a great atmosphere between pilots. The comp took place at the Monte Avena flying site, which is located in south-west of the Dolomites mountain range in the Italian Alps. This Pre World Cup event is held together with the Guarnieri International Trophy competition, which has been held annually since 1984!
The overall results saw Charles Cazaux, Maxime Pinot, and Marco Littame on the podium in that order, along with 8 of the top 10 on Enzo 2s.
The Women’s podium was also swept with Enzo 2s by Seiko Fukuoka Naville, Silvia Buzzi Ferraris, and Klaudia Bulgakow respectively.
Congrats to all the pilots from the Ozone Team!
Source:: Ozone Paragliders