Three reasons for APCO Adama.
- SCHUL
Trains like a full-size wing
“It will simulate the behaviour of a full scale wing” — without risking gear or pilot.
- EASY
For almost any wind
“Designed to be used in almost all wind conditions” — reverse launch, cobra, full ground control.
- SAFE
Ground handling only
Small, compact, quick to pack — expressly not for flying.
Line chart.
| Position | Material | Diameter [mm] | Strength [kg] |
|---|---|---|---|
| Top | Super Aramid | 1.2 | 120 |
| Bottom | Super Aramid | 1.8 | 230 |
| Brake Top | Dyneema | 1.1 | 95 |
| Brake Bottom | Polyester | 2.0 | 85 |
| Sail Cloth | 42 gr/m2 "Zero Porosity" Ripstop Nylon | — | — |
| Rib Reinforcement | FLEXON® batten system | — | — |
| Warranty | 1 Year Manufacturing Defects Only | — | — |
About this model.
Constructed to last, it will withstand dragging on the ground and harsh abuse – use the Adama instead of wearing out your full size wing!
Butt Holes (BT2) – passive release of any sand or debris from within the canopy.
Simple design, robust materials – No special folding needed.
Designed to be used in combination with APCO’s First harness.
The Adama is designed and intended for ground handling only — it has not been tested for flying and is not certified for flight.
Pilots on video.
First-hand impressions straight from the air.
Manuals and certificates.
Gallery.
Frequently asked questions about the APCO Adama.
Can I fly the Adama?
No. The Adama is explicitly a ground-handling wing and not intended for flying. That is not cautionary phrasing but stated in the manufacturer's data: there is no certified weight range for the wing — the field reads "N/A". It is built for practising on the ground, not for launching off a hill.
So what is the Adama good for?
For everything that comes before flying and never stops afterwards: inflating, keeping the canopy stable overhead, reverse launching, control in wind, feel for brake pressure. With 13 m² and 22 cells it is small, very direct and reacts faster than a flying wing — exactly what makes it a training tool. What you learn here works with every bigger wing afterwards.
How big and how heavy is it?
There is exactly one size: 13 m² flat, 10.8 m² projected, span 7.16 m, aspect ratio 4.0. The canopy weighs 2.45 kg — light enough to keep permanently in the car or rucksack, which is the decisive point for a training wing.
What is special about the construction?
The Adama has a full 3-riser system with trimmers — so you can work with angle of attack and trim setting on the ground rather than just pulling it up. Plus Butt Holes BT2 for venting. Practical in everyday use: it needs no special folding. After the session simply bundle it up and go, with no regard for reinforcements.
Is there a colour choice?
No, the Adama comes in one fixed colour option — APCO dispensed with colour choices on the training wing.
