Two-liner | cells: 65 | aspect ratio: 6.1 | weight: from 3.3 kg – Size XXS (EN C/LTF D)

VORTEX– Ultralight Efficiency

The VORTEX is the lightweight champion in the EN-C 2-liner class. It excels in everything that defines efficient XC flying: high performance combined with minimal pilot workload.

Performance meets simplicity. The handling is optimized for efficient climbing, while the low mass of the wing is a noticeable advantage. The result is a glider that effortlessly takes advantage of even the slightest lift with flat turns and minimal sink rate, while also centering easily in tight and strong thermals.

Efficient B-Control. The B-control system is the most direct NOVA has ever achieved. Even small inputs of a few millimeters allow precise directional adjustments. Pitch control is highly effective, and the pressure on the rear risers enables you to rest your arms on long glides without slowing the glider down.

The uncomplicated companion. The VORTEX was designed not only for high real-world performance but also for practical usability. From easy launch characteristics to packing convenience, every detail was considered. Nitinol rods at the leading edge are more resistant to bending, allowing the glider to be packed smaller. The VORTEX comes standard with the Concertina Bag Light, but you can also use a regular inner bag. With its ultralight construction, the VORTEX weighs just 3.3 kg in size XXS (60-85 kg take-off weight), making it one of the lightest in its class.

Please note: due to the two-liner design of the VORTEX, the B3 stall is an effective descent technique, but classic big ears also work perfectly. More on this in the FAQ.

Efficient right down to the risers. The risers of the VORTEX are very manageable and are made of 7 mm wide, Kevlar-reinforced webbing.
The Height-Adjustable B-Handles (HAB-Handles) are known from the XENON: They are made of carbon and can be height-adjusted to five levels. This allows you to optimally adjust the position of the handles to your size and harness geometry. The individual adjustment of the B-handles enables more effective glider control in accelerated flight.

Target group

The VORTEX (EN C/LTF D) is aimed at XC pilots with a passion for hike-and-fly who want to experience the extraordinary performance and high safety of an EN-C two-liner. Pilots with significant experience in the high-B segment, such as those comfortable with the MENTOR 7, will quickly adapt to the VORTEX. It is an accessible and easy-to-handle 2-liner glider.

Quote from...

...NOVA CEO & test pilot Ferdinand Vogel:

"The perfect wing to get into 2-liner flying! Its low aspect ratio provides plenty of passive safety without compromising the flying experience – just the way you want it. Even in stall maneuvers, it behaves as forgivingly as a 3-liner. For me, that means relaxed flying, more confidence in accelerated flight, and simply staying on bar longer. Everything you need for longer distances. And the best part? It’s one of the lightest in its class – perfect for hike-and-fly adventures!"

At the beginning of March, Ferdi managed an extraordinary flight in Bassano: he completed a flat triangle over 169 kilometres - the longest distance ever flown from there at this time of year (2025).

...NOVA Team Pilot Łukasz Siemiński:

"My first XC flight with the Vortex – NOVA’s new ultralight XC machine! Effortless handling and noticeably more efficient in weak thermals compared to the Codex. A fantastic wing for pilots looking to step into the world of 2-liners in the C category."

He was one of the first pilots to fly the VORTEX in strong thermals while searching for records in Kenya, further highlighting its exceptional performance in challenging conditions. On his first flight, he flew 259 kilometers – just two days after setting the Kenya record with the CODEX.

技术参数

Size XXS XS S M
气室数 65
投影翼展 8,86 9,32 9,88 10,11
投影面积 16,99 18,77 20,22 22,08
投影展弦比 4,72
平铺翼展 11,04 11,61 12,22 12,59
平铺面积 19,99 22,09 23,78 25,99
平铺展弦比 6,10
飞行员——伞翼距离 6,92 7,27 7,66 7,89
最大弦长 2,25 2,37 2,46 2,57
重量 3,30 3,50 3,75 3,95
认证全重范围 60-85 70-95 80-105 90-115
建议起飞全重 70-80 80-90 90-100 100-110
Certification EN C / LTF D

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常见问题

The VORTEX is a similar development to the CODEX, with the biggest difference being the B-handle control. The VORTEX offers a more direct and firm feel, providing better support for long flights. You can comfortably rest your arms on the B-handles without reducing speed or performance.

On most paragliders, accelerating while pulling the B-handles increases the angle of attack at the wingtips, which reduces performance. The CODEX is unique in that you can pull the B-handles with minimal pressure and no performance loss. In contrast, the VORTEX provides more precise feedback—you feel the wingtips more directly, and small steering inputs result in significant heading changes.

New pilots transitioning to two-liners often prefer lower B-handle pressure, while experienced pilots tend to appreciate a bit more resistance, similar to CCC gliders. The VORTEX strikes a balance, offering easy handling with moderate B-handle pressure.

Another key difference: the VORTEX does not have a stabilo line running down to the riser. This improves roll stability and reduces drag.

Both the CODEX and VORTEX are lightweight, but if you're looking for the lightest two-liner—go for the VORTEX!

The EN-C certification and pilot requirements remain unchanged.

Yes, you can!

All required certification collapses were initiated using folding lines. These lines add an extra level in front of the A-risers and are not under tension during flight. They are only pulled down when initiating a collapse, similar to how A-risers are used on traditional paragliders.

Folding lines are necessary for inducing collapses on most two-liners. This is especially true for frontal collapses, as pulling the A-lines often just accelerates the glider instead of causing a collapse. However, aside from certification testing and safety training (where folding line collapses are generally safer than real collapses), these lines serve no purpose.

The VORTEX does not have attachment loops for folding lines. Instead, we recommend alternative maneuvers for SIV training. For example:

  • Deep stalls can lead to cravats, allowing you to practice handling them.
  • Dynamic pitch recovery creates opportunities for collapses.
  • Pitch maneuvers without stopping the glider in front can trigger frontal collapses.
  • At full speed, a quick brake input can induce side or frontal collapses.

There’s plenty to learn - even without folding lines!

两组绳伞的优势在于伞绳产生的阻力更小,更重要的是,与加速飞行高度相关的所谓的B组转向巡航。通过它,你可以非常直接地改变伞的攻角,从而应对颠簸。最终,这使得在颠簸空气中的飞行速度比三组绳伞的可能速度更快。 

B组转向巡航是说利用可调节高度的B组手柄(HAB手柄)来控伞。用它来替代刹车绳控伞,因而在加速飞行时的俯仰和方向控制不会导致翼型变形,性能也就不会降低。

对称地拉下B3伞绳即可进入B3失速。如果你够不着B3伞绳的底部,你可以抓住(黑色的)动滑轮并把它往下来。继续向下拉,直至伞的两端明显向后弯折,下沉率显著增加。CODEX在这种飞行状态下会保持稳定,直到你松开B3伞绳。在我们所有的测试飞行中,这种操作都被证明是简单而包容的。如果拉下“大耳朵”,我们推荐至少同时加速25%。

组带上碳纤材料的手柄有多个可调节的高度。飞行员可根据上臂长度和座袋几何形状来进行符合人体工程学的调整。调节时,从碳纤管上取下两个盖子,用六角螺母松开螺钉连接,将HAB手柄移动到所需高度,拧紧螺钉并盖上盖子。

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