BIRDY2
Forgiving, lightweight, and versatile, the BIRDY2 is the ideal choice for pilots looking for an EN-A wing that offers plenty of room for improvement. Refine your flying skills, discover the exhilarating thrills of cross-country flying, or explore the trails with Hike & Fly—the BIRDY2 is an all-terrain wing that will take you anywhere safely.
With better performance than the EONA4 and the first-generation BIRDY, the EN-A+ certified BIRDY2 will take you high into the sky and even further in your progress.
Weight: starting at 3.45 kg
Colors: Azura, Hibiscus, Oasis
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Alpine Flight
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On-site flight
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Cross Country
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Hike and fly
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Two-seater
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Casual
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Regular
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Professional
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Beginner
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Intermediate
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Seasoned
- rucksack TREK2
- speed bar Standard 2B
- Compact Case
- C-shaped control bars
- Repair Kit
About the BIRDY2
With better performance than the first-generation BIRDY and the EONA4, the BIRDY2 offers superior passive safety compared to the LEAF3 (EN-B). It is the wing of choice for all pilots looking to improve their skills under the best possible conditions. Thanks to its intuitive and balanced handling, it gives you everything you need to perfect your flying skills.
Thanks to an optimized structure and a longer aspect ratio, the BIRDY2 offers improved performance compared to the first generation. Its EN-A certification also guarantees the highest level of passive safety. Its partially sheathed lines not only help reduce drag but also make the wing lighter. Thanks to its versatile design, the BIRDY2 will serve pilots for the long term, offering ample room for progressionbefore they feel the need to move up to an EN-B.
Reassuring Behavior
With its high performance for the EN-A category and maximum passive safety, the BIRDY2 offers the best of both worlds. Fun and responsive when inflating, this wing helps you quickly develop the right piloting techniques and reflexes as you progress.
Once in flight, the BIRDY2 is intuitive and inspires confidence. It turns with precision and balance, while remaining forgiving of minor piloting errors. The BIRDY2 is designed to guide you smoothly through your first cross-country flights.
Semi-lightweight design
Designed using a blend of lightweight and durable materials, the BIRDY2 combines durability with lightness.Although it outperforms the EONA4 and the first-generation BIRDY, the BIRDY2 is still a wing designed for new pilots. It is therefore built to withstand the many hours of inflation and ground drills essential to your progress.
Developed alongside the WILD2—a high-performance wing designed for challenges like the X-Alps—the BIRDY2 incorporates the latest R&D innovations,particularly through refinements to the internal cutouts and an optimized line layout that result in significant weight savings.
Although lightweight, the BIRDY2 makes no compromises when it comes to comfort and ease of use. Its ergonomic risers make it easy to read the glider during the preflight check. The risers are connected to the lines via links on the wing, making them easy to adjust if necessary.
A Customized Flight Experience
To get the most out of your paraglider, it’s important to be properly positioned within the wing’s all-up weight range. That’s why the BIRDY2 is available in 6 sizes instead of the usual 5, allowing you to optimize your position within the range all-up weight as much as possible. To get the most out of your BIRDY2, we recommend choosing a all-up weight where you fall within the upper half of the range. Feel free to consult your instructors for personalized advice on choosing your paraglider.
The BIRDY2 has undergone dual certification through load testing, which means that the smaller sizes were tested separately from the larger ones to best accommodate the specific characteristics of each. This allows for the use of materials and lines tailored to each size: thinner lines on the smaller wings help reduce drag, thereby maximizing performance.
The BIRDY2 has also been developed in size XXS to meet the needs of smaller riders, who often have trouble finding a wing suited to their weight. The 50–65 kg weight range makes it easier for lighter riders to fall within the upper half of the range all-up weight, and thus enjoy an optimal experience under their wing.
In short, the BIRDY2 is the ideal wing to support pilots from the very beginning of their journey as independent pilots, while offering lasting flying enjoyment. With its balance of safety, performance, and versatility, it will serve you well well beyond your training, all the way to your first cross-country flights. Its optimized design and high-performance innovations guarantee a personalized experience, tailored to each pilot and every size. With the BIRDY2, discover a new dimension of flight, with complete confidence.
What are you waiting for? Spread your wings!
3D Model
BIRDY2 - Spread your wings
Features
- New, resourceful, and ambitious drivers
- Experienced pilots who want to improve their skills and gain confidence before moving on to EN-B
- Takeoff on foot or by winch
- Ergonomic lifts
- Sharknose airfoil
- Anti-friction rings
- Smart Mini-Ribs
- Ear Kit
- Fender-End Drainage System
- C-Series Control Kit (removable)
Fabrics:
- Outer fabric: Dominico 30D soft and 20D soft
- Intrados: Dominico 10D Soft
- Suspended Partitions: MJ Tec 32 gr Hard
- Non-suspended partitions: Porcher Sport Skytext 27 g Hard
Rope clips: Edelrid
- EN 926-1 and 2 and LTF 91/09 – Class A
Technical Specifications
| XXS | XS | S | M | ML | L | |
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| all-up weight Range (kg) | 50–65 | 55–75 | 65–85 | 75–95 | 90–110 | 105–130 |
| Number of cells | 44 | 44 | 44 | 44 | 44 | 44 |
| Floor Area (m²) | 20.8 | 22.1 | 24.08 | 25.65 | 28.1 | 31 |
| Wingspan | 10.16 | 10.47 | 10.93 | 11.46 | 11.80 | 12.40 |
| Chord (m) | 2.50 | 2.58 | 2.70 | 2.78 | 2.91 | 3.06 |
| Flat aspect ratio | 5.0 | 5.0 | 5.0 | 5.0 | 5.0 | 5.0 |
| Projected aspect ratio | 3.62 | 3.62 | 3.62 | 3.62 | 3.62 | 3.62 |
| Projected area (m²) | 17.4 | 18.49 | 20.14 | 21.46 | 23.51 | 25.93 |
| Projected wingspan (m) | 7.94 | 8.19 | 8.55 | 8.82 | 9.23 | 9.69 |
| Wing weight (kg) | 3.45 | 3.55 | 3.85 | 4.0 | 4.4 | 4.65 |
| Homologation | EN-A+ | EN-A+ | EN-A+ | EN-A+ | EN-A+ | EN-A+ |
| ACRO | No | No | No | No | No | No |
| Number of elevators | 3+1 | 3+1 | 3+1 | 3+1 | 3+1 | 3+1 |
| Speed bar | Yes, stroke: 145 mm | Yes, stroke: 145 mm | Yes, stroke: 150 mm | Yes, stroke: 150 mm | Yes, stroke: 160 mm | Yes, stroke: 160 mm |
| Trims | No | No | No | No | No | No |
| Adjustable travel at the control at max all-up weight (cm) | 60 | 65 | 69 | 72 | 75 | 77 |
New sizes for a personalized experience
With the BIRDY2, we’re introducing an XXS size, with a weight range (all-up weight ) of 50 to 65 kg. This new addition allows pilots of all sizes— including the lightest ones—to find a wing that fits them perfectly.
Why is this so important?
The position within the range of all-up weight directly affects how your wing performs. Here's what that means:
- Lightly loaded wing: Generally slower in flight, which can make it easier to fly in thermals. On the other hand, the wing is more sensitive to turbulence, with more frequent “fluttering” movements (although these are generally harmless).
- Heavily loaded wing: fast flight with better resistance to turbulence. Closures are less frequent but can be more dynamic. Since the speed is higher, thermal flying is a bit more technical because it requires a shorter reaction time from the pilot.
Our recommendation:
For optimal performance, we recommend targeting the top third of the range at all-up weight. This ensures:
- A good pace for your transitions.
- Greater stability in turbulent conditions.
- Better contact with the wing for precise and comfortable handling.
That’s why the BIRDY2 was developed in six different sizes, covering all-up weight from 50 to 130 kg. This ensures the wing adapts perfectly to your body type, offering you a precise, tailor-made flying experience, no matter what your goals are.
A design optimized for lightness and performance
The BIRDY2 goes far beyond a simple training wing: it incorporates advanced design features directly inspired by the techniques used in high-performance wings.
A Redesigned Vault
The BIRDY2's arch has been improved to provide a smoother, less flattened profile. The result:
- Easy inflation: the wing inflates smoothly and without any jolts.
- A playful ride: perfect for enhancing your enjoyment of driving and building a solid foundation for improvement.
- Even stress distribution: The profile is less susceptible to deformation over time, resulting in increased durability.
Thanks to its optimized design, the BIRDY2 combines lightness, durability, and performance to accompany you on all your future flying adventures.
Design for Versatility
The BIRDY2 is a versatile wing that, among other things, can help you get started with hike-and-fly thanks to its light weight. To achieve this balance between low weight and durability, the BIRDY2 features:
- Carefully selected materials that combine durability and lightness.
- An optimized internal structure with specific cutouts that make the panels lighter across the entire sail.
- Redesigned diagonal braces to reduce weight while maintaining a sturdy structure.
- An innovative support strip that enhances the upper surface's support for improved performance and durability.
Lightweight yet durable, the BIRDY2 is ready to take on all your challenges, from inflating it on the ground to high-altitude adventures.
Dually certified, doubly optimized
The BIRDY2 stands out for its dual certification based on load testing; this ensures optimal handling and performance across a weight range of 50 to 130 kg all-up weight.
In fact, the smaller sizes were load-tested separately from the larger ones, which allows for their specific characteristics to be taken into account. This approach enables precise adjustment of the materials. For example, the smaller sizes feature thinner lines, significantly reducing drag. The result: performance is maximized—both in terms of maneuverability and speed—for a refined and perfectly balanced flying experience regardless of the size chosen.
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Frequently Asked Questions About the BIRDY 2
For pilots who are completing their training and starting to fly solo. Certified to EN-A+ standards, the BIRDY 2 is forgiving while still offering plenty of room for improvement before moving on to an EN-B.
Both are EN-A-rated gliders. The EONA 4 is a training glider, designed for first flights. The BIRDY 2 offers better performance and is lighter: it supports your progress, your first cross-country flights, and hike & fly.
The BIRDY 2 is available in 6 sizes for a weight all-up weight of 50 to 130 kg: XXS 50–65 kg, XS 55–75 kg, S 65–85 kg, M 75–95 kg, ML 90–110 kg, L 105–130 kg.
Starting at 3.45 kg, depending on size.
A TREK 2 rucksack , a speed bar, a Compact Case, and rear steering bars. It is certified to EN 926-1 and 926-2 and LTF Class A.