Certification: EN B
The Nestra Light is APCO’s all new high end EN-B.
A true cross country machine offering C level performance in the EN-B category with real life B level safety for any pilot looking for the best this category can deliver!
Packed with technology, no effort was spared to give the Nestra Light the advantage that makes it top of its Class:
Leading the New generation of EN-B wings, the Nestra Light has a Hybrid 3/2 Line construction.
The center 2/3 of the wing has 3 rows.
The last 1/3 of the wing is a 2 liner.
Looking closely, you will notice a small but imperative difference between the Nestra Light and the other 2.5 liners on the market.
The Nestra Light is unique in that it has only 3 hook up points on the center and only 2 hook up points at the last third of the wing.
Unlike Nestra Light, all other 2.5 liners (B and C category) have an additional hook up point either at the 3 line area representing a D line and/or an additional hook up point on the 2 line area representing a C line.
Other wings may be referred to as 2.5 liners, but in reality they are not.
All bottom lines on the Nestra Light are unsheathed Aramid/Kevlar.
No periodical trimming needed (adding or subtracting any loops) as kevlar lines are stable in their length throughout their lifespan. Attached to the risers with Apco’s unique V-links making a perfect integration.
The Nestra Light has a dramatically low line consumption (only 215m for M size) which is less than most EN-C 2 liners on the market – this is due to the TRUE 2.5 line layout, introduced for the first time by Apco on the Nestra Light!
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Durable Light Weight
As the name suggests the Nestra Light has a lightweight construction.
27 [Gr]cloth was used for the bottom and all the secondary ribs.
The top surface is divided, Standard Apco 40 [Gr/m2] long lasting double siliconised cloth on the L/E and the rest is 33 [Gr/m2] for additional weight savings.
No compromise on Apco’s legendary durability was made and the result is the optimum between weight and durability!
Real Air Safety
#TryBeforeYouBuy and you will experience what we mean!
Solid yet communicative, the Nestra Light is confidence inspiring in its behaviour.
It will let any pilot push one step more than he allowed himself until now and the result will be new personal bests with every flight.
Cutting Edge Handling
Enjoy direct precision steering and World Class Apco Refinement in a beautifully balanced wing.
With the aid of the Dyneema brake shrinkers, the handling is direct and precise with light linear brake pressure up to the 90% mark where it becomes stone hard indicating the stall point.
The Risers are a true masterpiece, equipped with C steering handles that are operated solely on Ball Bearing Pulleys, it is effortless to use and will become second nature quickly to those coming up from lower category.
The Line to riser interface is with Apco unique V-Links, light and strong they are like pieces of jewellery at the end of your lines.
A true masterpiece of engineering, it will impress any pilot with its capabilities, regardless if he is climbing up from an A Class glider, or coming down from C/D Categories, searching for more safety.
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Colors representing the new spirit of APCO Aviation, both striking and functional as they incorporate the 3D cut, allowing for a balanced combination of different fabrics according to their position on the wing.
| Nestra Light | X-Small | Small | Medium | Large |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cells | 59 | 61 | 61 | 61 |
| Area [m²] | 22.4 | 23.35 | 25.0 | 27.12 |
| Area (projected) [m²] | 18.85 | 19.64 | 21.09 | 22.811 |
| Span(incl. Stabiliser) [m] | 11.35 | 11.817 | 12.247 | 12.735 |
| Span (projected) [m] | 8.9 | 9.285 | 9.624 | 10.007 |
| Aspect Ratio | 5.75 | 6.0 | 6.0 | 6.0 |
| Aspect Ratio (projected) | 4.22 | 4.39 | 4.391 | 4.39 |
| Pilot Weight (all up) free flight [kg] | 50-65 | 60-80 | 76-96 | 90-110 |
| Canopy Weight [kg] | 4.35 | 4.45 | 4.55 | 4.65 |
| Root Cord m | 2.403 | 2.403 | 2.49 | 2.59 |
| Length of Lines on B [m] | 6.87 | 7.149 | 7.409 | 7.705 |
| Total Length of Lines [m] | 200 | 208 | 215 | 225 |
| V-min [km/h] | 23 |
|---|---|
| V-trim [km/h] | 39 |
| V-max [km/h] | 52+ |
| Min Sink [m/s] at optimal wing loading | 0.90 |
What makes the Nestra Light soo light, but yet so durable?
Without compromising on durability or safety, the Nestra is made from carefully chosen materials, to reduce weight. The top surface L/E remains the same bombproof apco double siliconised cloth, while areas that do not suffer from use / wear and tear, such as the bottom surface, are now much lighter. This translates into better launch, handling and safety characteristics.
| Material | |
|---|---|
| Top, Mid | Edelrid Dyneema 140, Edelrid Kevlar 8001 series |
| Bottom A, B, C | Edelrid Kevlar 8001 series |
| Bottom St | Kevlar 8001 series |
| Brake top, St top | Edelrid Kevlar 8001 series |
| Brake bottom | Cousin Dyneema |
| Sail Cloth - Top | 42 gr/m2 "Zero Porosity" Ripstop Nylon / 33gr Skytex |
| Sail Cloth - Bottom | 27gr Skytex |
| Rib Cloth | 27gr Skytex / 42gr Sakay Ovex |
| Rib Reinforcement | FLEXON® batten system |
| Warranty | 3 years / 250 Hours |
The glider is made from tear resistant Ripstop Nylon cloth, which is P.U. coated to zero porosity and then siliconized to give the fabric high resistance to the elements. Different cloth is used for the top, bottom and ribs due to their different functions.
The lines are unsheathed superaramid with protection against UV, wear and abrasion. The bottom section of the brake lines is made of Dyneema because of its better mechanical properties. The Karabiners/rectangular loops that attach the lines to the risers are made of stainless steel.
Resources / Downloads
Apco Nestra Manual (Download)
Line Plans:
Nestra XS (Download)
Nestra S (Download)
Nestra M (Download)
Nestra L (Download)
Read and download our 3 Year / 250 Hour warranty certificate.
Learn more about our outstanding factory service.
Order replacement lines from our Line Shop.
Hello Jonathan
I wish you a belated Happy New Year! I was able to fly the Nestra light for two hours last Saturday and I am thrilled!
However, there is one point that could certainly be improved: the magnetic clips on the brakes. They really come off far too quickly!
Apart from that, I can’t find anything negative!
“𝑰𝒏 𝒕𝒆𝒓𝒎𝒔 𝒐𝒇 𝒉𝒂𝒏𝒅𝒍𝒊𝒏𝒈 (𝒄𝒐𝒓𝒏𝒆𝒓𝒊𝒏𝒈, 𝒕𝒉𝒆𝒓𝒎𝒂𝒍𝒔, 𝒔𝒎𝒐𝒐𝒕𝒉 𝑩𝑪 𝒄𝒐𝒏𝒕𝒓𝒐𝒍𝒔) 𝒊𝒕 𝒊𝒔 𝒂𝒄𝒕𝒖𝒂𝒍𝒍𝒚 𝒐𝒏𝒆 𝒐𝒇 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒃𝒆𝒔𝒕 𝒕𝒉𝒊𝒏𝒈𝒔 𝑰 𝒉𝒂𝒗𝒆 𝒇𝒍𝒐𝒘𝒏 𝒓𝒆𝒄𝒆𝒏𝒕𝒍𝒚.”
For more 
https://lu-glidz.blogspot.com/…/schirmtest-apco-nestra…
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My first flight was with a prototype of the Apco Nestra at the Dead Sea.
I even flew slightly overloaded and yet the performance of the wing was already impressive.
The Nestra flew remarkably dynamically and efficiently and gave me the feeling of hanging under a higher classified wing.
The steering is absolutely precise and it feels like a razor blade cutting through the air.
I flew with some C and even D category gliders and I felt the Nestra was on par with those gliders.
I’m used to hanging on a few lines from my Enzo, but seeing a similar picture on an En-B wing is truly revolutionary.
Marlon Jonat
First time I went to Apco Aviation manufacture, the Nestra was waiting for me to flying it. Once I opened on the takeoff, I knew that I would fall in love with it. Nestra is a high B class glider, with the best Apco’s Tech. Easy during take off, and even more for flying. The pressure is perfect on the brakes, what I was looking for in a glider to fly hours thermalling – gliding and don’t finish with your arms tired. The Nestra surprised me with the glide ratio, flying parallel to a C glider, but the best is the combination using the speed bar and rear risers control, when you feel the high speed! Nestra is the new future for the High B gliders!
I feel the need, the need for speed!
Pablo Andreu Ocaña
Apco Aviation Team Pilot
The Nestra Light is aimed at pilots who fly 50+ hours per year, or want to step up from a lower B without sacrificing safety and peace of mind.
APCO’s proprietary embedded hook up points were introduced to the market in the1990’s and carry a lifetime warranty!
Thousands of gliders later, the technology has proven its superiority both in aerodynamics and durability.
The embedded hook up points top lines are short and while on the ground, protected by the surface of the canopy, so if any entanglement with the ground happens, it is usually with the middle or bottom lines.
Time has proven that our “lifetime warranty” is justified and the number of times we have received requests for replacement hook up points can be counted on one hand!!
However, incase of damage to the embedded hook up points (can happen only in case of an accident – collision with tree or similar), APCO will supply any authorized service center a pre-prepared hook up point and the replacement is an easy unstitching/stitching in of the new hook up point.
For all of you wanting your glider neatly folded and well kept.
*Color shown for illustration only.
At only 595 grams, it is one of the lighter bags on the market in this class.
Large enough to hold a standard paraglider with a lighter harness and other essentials.
Apco Gliders can also be ordered with custom colors to suit your needs, be it a personal preference or for advertising purposes.
Apco Gliders can be ordered with a Logo of your company, or your Sponsor on it.
The APP profile (shark nose) profile with lighter materials, helps this wing to have an easy balanced inflation, The wing will rise easily and controllably overhead without a tendency to overshoot or lift the pilot if braked overhead.
Simple, predictable approach and flair to a standstill.
The Nestra Light will easily settle in a constant angle of bank turn in a thermal, requiring very little input once centred, resulting in a superior climb rate, which will have you at the top of the gaggle in no time.
Best Glide will be achieved at 1/3 speed bar, use the C steering when pushing on bar will grant you new levels of confidence when crossing between thermals.
Simple to understand is how to summarise the Nestra Light. The wing is both reassuring and precise in its pilot feedback. It is a capable wing for weekend pilots wanting to fly side by side with the hottest flagship 2 liners.
According to APCO’s legendary tradition for durability – the top surface is APCO’s double siliconised cloth. Bottom surface and internal parts from lightweight materials to save weight without compromising on durability.
Nestra Light aimed at pilots who fly 50+ hours per year, or want to step up from a lower category without sacrificing safety and peace of mind.
Cstr – C Steering
DDR – Double Diagonal Ribs
DSC – Double Siliconized Cloth
V-Link
Automatic Pressurising Profile
A system for improved launch, lighter weight, prolonged lifespan
Additional 3D cut on the leading edge for clean construction and improved profile definition
Air Extreme Ball bearing Pulleys ®
BUTT HOLES 2
Low Drag Tensioners
The Sleekest Trailing Edge Tensioners available
Latest laser cutting technology.
Integral built-in neodymium brake magnets
Embedded Hook-In Points
Flow Aligned Ribs
Mini Ribs – Originally introduced by APCO in the mid 1990’s
Apco Nestra Manual (Download Pdf)
