LEAF 3 LIGHT
This EN-B wing is an ideal choice for pilots looking to improve their performance while enjoying the pleasures of cross-country flying.
Weight: 3.8 kg in size M
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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
Included Accessories
Compact Case Light
Repair Kit
Without a backpack
- Compact Case Light
- Repair kit pocket
About the LEAF 3 Light
If you're looking for a lightweight wing to help you continue improving your paragliding skills without giving up cross-country flying, the LEAF 3 Light is the perfect choice for you. It offers light weight, passive safety, and performance.
The LEAF 3 Light features a design similar to that of the LEAF 3, with the sole difference being that it uses lighter materials, allowing you to fly with confidence and enjoy hike & fly in comfort.
The LEAF 3 Light offers a playful flying experience while providing a high level of passive safety. In addition to having better damping than the second generation—particularly in terms of roll—its handling is precise and comfortable thanks to a lightweight design that reduces the inertia of the wing’s movements, allowing for better feedback from the airflow.
The LEAF 3 Light’s design minimizes canopy distortion, allowing for a wide range of control input to confidently utilize the entire speed range. The new canopy design makes it easier to harness lift, while the lighter strut structure makes the wing responsive during turns. These features provide precise control during thermal flying.
Thanks to its forgiving handling, the LEAF 3 Light helps you gradually refine your flying skills, guiding you smoothly as you progress toward better performance. Lightweight and compact, it’s a wing you can take anywhere!
"The Leaf 3 Light in size XXS is the perfect kite: super light, very forgiving, and stable even when conditions get a little choppy. A truly easy-to-fly and reassuring kite!"Félix de Place - Team Pilot
Features
The LEAF 3 Light is a progression wing. It is designed for independent pilots who fly regularly. Ideal for getting started in cross-country flying, it is the logical next step after a training wing.
Takeoff on foot or by winch.
- Baby Sharknose's Profile
- Ergonomic risers
- Anti-friction rings
- Smart Mini Ribs
- Ear Kit
- Fender End Drainage System
- Ronstan Low-Friction Pulleys
- Connects for the sail-elevator connection
Fabrics:
- Extrados
- Porcher Sport Skytex Soft
- Porcher Sport Skytex 27 g/m²
- Intrados
- Porcher Sport Skytex Soft
- Dominico 10D Soft
- Partitions & Internal Structure
- Porcher Sport Skytex 27 g/m²
- MJ tex MJ 32 hard finish
- Reinforcements
- Porcher Sport Skytex 27 g/m²
Hanging cords:
- High & Intermediate
- Edelrid
- Bass
- Edelrid
- Liros
- EN 926-1 and 2 and LTF 91/09 – Class B
- LEAF 3 Light Sail
- Compact Case Light
- Repair kit pocket
Discover the LEAF3 Light
Technical Features
3D Model
Technical Specifications
| XXS | XS | S | M | M - L | |
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| all-up weight Range (all-up weight) (kg) | 45–65 | 50–70 | 65–85 | 80–105 | 90–115 |
| Number of cells | 49 | 49 | 49 | 49 | 49 |
| Floor Area (m²) | 18.8 | 20.50 | 24.00 | 26.70 | 29.00 |
| Wingspan (m) | 9.99 | 10.44 | 11.29 | 11.91 | 12.41 |
| Chord (m) | 2.21 | 2.42 | 2.62 | 2.76 | 2.88 |
| Flat aspect ratio | 5.35 | 5.35 | 5.35 | 5.35 | 5.35 |
| Projected area (m²) | 16.04 | 17.22 | 20.16 | 22.43 | 24.36 |
| Projected wingspan (m) | 7.92 | 8.17 | 8.84 | 9.33 | 9.72 |
| Projected aspect ratio | 3.88 | 3.88 | 3.88 | 3.88 | 3.88 |
| Sail weight (kg) | 2.98 | 3.2 | 3.5 | 3.8 | 4.0 |
| Homologation | EN - LTF B | EN - LTF B | EN - LTF B | EN - LTF B | EN - LTF B |
| Number of elevators | 3+1 | 3+1 | 3+1 | 3+1 | 3+1 |
| ACRO | No | No | No | No | No |
| Speed bar | 130 mm | 130 mm | 142 mm | 142 mm | 150 mm |
| Trim | No | No | No | No | No |
| Another adjustment system | No | No | No | No | No |
LEAF3 Light - Make Way for Hike & Fly
Connect Technology - Soft Link Dyneema
Ground Handling Session with LEAF3 Light
LEAF3 Light: First Flight in Le Grand Bornand
2023 Stubai Cup
LEAF3 and LEAF3 Light
Learn more about the LEAF 3 Light
All the benefits of the LEAF 3 in a "light" version!
Although modeled after the LEAF 3 design, the LEAF 3 Light uses lightweight yet sturdy materials to achieve an optimal balance of weight and durability withoutcompromising its flight performance.
Just like the standard version, the LEAF 3 Light is an ideal wing for improving your skills thanks to its high level of passive safety. It’s still a fun wing that lets you work on your technique with confidence as you take your skills to the next level.
The LEAF 3 Light’s airframe has been redesigned for improved thermal performance. With greater roll damping than the LEAF 2 Light, its handling filters out air turbulence for a more comfortable flight withoutcompromising control precision.
Unlike the LEAF 3, the LEAF 3 Light’s lines are unsheathed on the upper stage to reduce weight and drag. The lower and middle stages, however, remain sheathed to make untangling easier and simplify pre-flight checks.
Weighing 3.66 kg in size M, this lightweight and compact wing goes wherever you go—whether in the air or in your bag. It’s the ideal choice if you want to improve your flying skills at your own pace while enjoying Hike & Fly.
Perfect for making progress without getting bored
The LEAF 3 Light is designed for pilots who want to continue improving their paragliding skills with a reliable wing that doesn't take away from the joys of cross-country flying.
Just like the standard version, the LEAF 3 Light is an easy-to-fly wing that’s very forgiving, allowing for a smooth transition to more advanced paragliding, both on the ground and in the air.
It's still fun to drive and responsive to the steering, and it will help you refine your driving technique step by step.
In-flight comfort
The LEAF 3 Light features a newly designed roof structure to provide better damping, particularly in terms of roll.
Thanks to its lightweight design, the LEAF 3 Light provides you with air mass information while reducing the wing’s inertia. Thisreassuring performance allows you to stay confident while understanding what’s happening around you.
The internal structure minimizes profile distortion and increases control travel. This allows you to take full advantage of the wing’s entire speed range while maintaining precise control.
Optimized leading edge
Just like the LEAF 3, the "light" version features a redesigned leading edge. The air intakes alternate between two types of openings along the entire length of the leading edge to ensure optimal internal pressure regardless of flight conditions.
The wide air intakes maintaininternal pressure at low speeds, whilethe narrower openings ensureoptimal airfoil pressure during high-speed flight.
High thermal efficiency
Thanks to the wing’s new design, turns are smoother with better coordination between the roll and pitch axes, resulting in more precise control of the wing. Its canopy allows for flatter turns, making it easier to maximize lift. The LEAF 3 Light is therefore an EN-B with an ideal for thermal flying and cross-country.
Do you like the LEAF 3 Light's specifications but are looking for a non-lightweight wing?
Enjoy all the benefits of the LEAF 3 Light without lightweight materials, for an even sturdier fender.
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Frequently Asked Questions About the LEAF 3 LIGHT
For EN-B pilots who are advancing in their skills, want to try hike & fly, and are looking for a lightweight, safe wing.
3.8 kg in size M, starting at 2.98 kg in XXS.
XXS 45–65 kg, XS 50–70 kg, S 65–85 kg, M 80–105 kg, ML 90–115 kg from all-up weight.
Yes, EN 926-1 and 926-2 and LTF Class B.
A Compact Case Light and a pouch containing a repair kit. It does not come with a backpack.