GLEITSCHIRM DIREKT | ZOOM XA LT

The ZOOM XA LT is the ideal paraglider after your training:

Lightweight for spontaneous hike-and-fly trips, safe for your first thermal and cross-country flights, and forgiving enough to really learn on. Designer Alex Höllwarth consistently focused on weight-optimised materials, without compromising on durability and longevity.

The result: a paraglider that launches playfully, flies forgivingly, and keeps your mind free for what matters most: enjoying the flight.

Lightweight. Without compromising safety. Starting from 3.05 kg (size 75) with a compact pack size, the XA LT fits into any backpack. Zoom deliberately chose not to push to the absolute weight minimum: high-stress canopy areas remain robust, resulting in significantly better longevity than pure ultralight constructions.
A paraglider that grows with you - from your first training day to your first XC flight. Suitable for training, but the XA LT truly comes into its own afterwards: as a first wing after your A-licence, on thermal flights and hike & fly adventures.
Launch behaviour that builds confidence. The lightweight construction refines Zoom's already well-regarded handling: the wing rises almost effortlessly overhead, doesn't overshoot, and lifts off early at a pleasantly low speed. A genuine safety advantage, especially in demanding terrain.

Manufacturer: ZOOM Paragliders
Brand: ZOOM
EN: A

Handbuch DE

Manual EN

WEIGHTLESS FUN

With the XA LT we were able to develop a perfect symbiosis between a performance LTF A wing and a perfect hike and fly companion. Due to his broad experience in the light wing design, Alex Höllwarth was able to bring the XA LT to the next level in the beginner lightwing class. We used an optimized material mix, which gets the XA LT ready for hike and fly as well as Vol Biv adventures. The well-known and already appreciated Zoom launch- and thermalhandling could be refined on the XA LT using the carefully selected light materials. This makes the XA LT safe and a perfect companion for the first Hike and Fly as well as thermal adventures.

Easy, Light & Safe

The main focus during the development of the XA LT has been set the easiness in start- flight and landing handling. In addition, keeping the high wing-stability in turbulent conditions as well as the high passive safety has been another focus for the XA LT. With its sophisticated mix in line- and sailfabrics the XA LT is light and easy to pack. Despite that, Alex H. decided to keep the XA LT robust by not pushing it to the lowest weight limits. Some certain sail areas as well as some lines have been strengthened to cope with harsh and demanding hike and fly activities. This makes XA LT a perfect choice for pilots who are looking for a thermal and hike and fly wing.

Target group

With the new ZOOM XA LT can cover a broad range of pilot’s demand. It comes with very light weight and is easy to pack and is therefore an ideal wing for Hike and Fly. With the XA well known and appreciated high stability in combination with its outstanding performance the XA LT is a perfect match for the first Thermal- and Crosscountry flights. Due to its sophisticated light wing design, the launch- and turnhandling could be even more improved. In summary the XA LT is a wing for many areas of flying. It covers all demands of a training wing, but is the perfect choice for the first wing after the training as well as for the first thermal adventures and Hike and Fly events.

FLIGHT CHARACTERISTICS

EASY HANDLING

Due to the elaborated light wing design of the XA LT, the launching ability has been improved significantly. The wing needs very little input to fill and rise but don´t tends to shoot forward due to its pitch stable wingdesign. This ability gives the pilot enough time to control the XA LT even in demanding launch sites. Low possible take off speeds and therefore short take off distances are another highlight of the lightwing design of the XA LT. The thermal handling, which is already valued from pilots on the XA, could be redefined even further on the XA LT. During flying in thermals the XA LT can be flown with a pleasant low but precise brake pressure, which progressively and safety wise increases throughout its range. Finally, all required training manoeuvres as big ears, B-Stall etc. can be safely flown with the XA LT.

SAFETY

LIGHT AND SAFE

Alex Höllwarth sets very high attention to the safety relevant aspects of a beginner wing. For the launch abilities the XA LT could be improved once more, making the wing easy to start even at demanding sites. In the air the XA LT gets pilot safe feedback due to its high roll and pitch stability. The high collapse resistance combination with the easy and forgiving handling makes the XA LT a reliable companion for the first thermal and cross-country adventures. The brake pressure throughout the normal flight range is comfortable low but gets significantly higher coming to the slow flight regime. This makes the approach to stall easy to detect and avoidable.

TECHNICAL HIGHLIGHTS

Shark Nose - optimized airflow at the leading edge
Rigidfoil - wrikle free wing at leading edge
Dual 3D Shaping - Reduced ballooning and wrikle free wing at leading edge
LE (Leading edge) Miniribs - made of internal stitch technique – enhances the wrinkle free finish of the leading edge. Results in top glide performance especially during accelerated flying.
TE (Trailing edge) Miniribs - made of internal stitch technique – enhances static stability on the trailing edge of the wing.
Dirthole
Airflow simulation software by Hannes Papesh – performance increase due to optimized cell design and wing canopy finish

SIZE	75	85	95	105	115
Number of Cells	45	45	45	45	45
Area projected (m²)	19	20,28	21,59	22,95	24,34
Span projected (m)	8,18	8,45	8,72	8,99	9,26
Aspect ratio proj.	3,52	3,52	3,52	3,52	3,52
Area flat (m²)	22,36	23,86	25,40	27	28,64
Span flat (m)	10,36	10,70	11,04	11,39	11,73
Aspect ratio flat	4,81	4,81	4,81	4,81	4,81
Chord min. (m)	0,6	0,62	0,64	0,66	0,68
Chord max. (m)	2,69	2,78	2,87	2,96	3,05
Linelength avg. without riser (m)	5,58	5,78	5,98	6,18	6,38
Line consumption (m)	252	261	270	278	287
Glider weight (kg) with light riser*	3,05	3,2	3,35	3,5	3,7
Glider weight (kg) with normal riser	3,2	3,35	3,5	3,65	3,85
Recommended weight range Thermal (kg)	60-75	70-85	80-95	90-105	100-115
Recommended weight range Hike&Fly (kg)	60-85	70-95	80-105	90-115	100-120
Certified weight range (kg)	55-90	65-100	75-110	85-120	95-120
Classification EN/LTF	A	A	A	A	A
Suitable for school use	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes

* Light riser separatly sold

Materials

Top sail material	Porcher Skytex 27 classic II double coated (29gr)
Bottom sail material	Porcher Skytex 27 classic II double coated (29gr)
Material inside	Porcher Skytex 27 hard (27gr)
Top lines	Liros DC60
Middle lines	Liros PPSLS125, DSL70
Main lines	Liros PPSLS180, PPSLS125
Brake lines	Liros DFLP232, DSL70
Riser	Liros 13mm Kevlar Cousin 7mm Kevlar with softlinks (optional)
Rigidfoil	Perlon 1.5mm

The XA LT impresses with a one color underside wing and three different designs for the upper wing. This design reflects lightness and easiness for Hike and Fly adventures.