PHI SOLA UL

PHI SOLA UL

Embrace Ultra-Light Freedom with the PHI SOLA UL

In the world of hike-and-fly, where every gram matters and every gram counts, the PHI SOLA UL emerges as a champion of minimalism, safety, and intelligent engineering. Crafted for pilots who demand the lightest possible gear without sacrificing performance or reliability, this wing redefines what’s possible when ultralight and ultra-safe combine.

Born from PHI’s dedication to excellence and the visionary design work of Hannes Papesh, the SOLA UL is not merely a lighter version—it’s a purpose-built tool for the adventurous spirit. Whether you’re scaling peaks, embarking on vol-biv missions, or traveling the globe with only your glider and a dream, this wing is your passport to effortless elevation.PHI SOLA UL

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Why the PHI SOLA UL Is in a Class of Its Own

The SOLA UL isn’t just light—it’s meticulously optimized. Every seam, line, and cell was designed to remove bulk without reducing flight confidence. With excellent takeoff behavior, pitch stability, and dependable control, it welcomes beginner and experienced pilots alike into a world of weightless adventure.

In addition to safety, the SOLA UL stands out for its packability, portability, and inclusive sizing. Wherever your route takes you—from urban rooftops to remote alpine spines—this wing stays by your side, ready to lift off.PHI SOLA UL

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PHI SOLA UL — Key Features at a Glance

• ✅ EN A Certification for entry-level passive safety

• ✅ Featherweight build starting around 2.35 kg

• ✅ Compact pack volume for minimalist hike-and-fly setups

• ✅ Exceptional inflation and launch characteristics

• ✅ Minimal line layout for reduced complexity

• ✅ Calm, predictable flight dynamics

• ✅ Wide size range (16–28 m²) to support diverse pilot weights

• ✅ Responsive brake pressure for accurate maneuvering

• ✅ Made with ultralight, high-tech canopy materials

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PHI SOLA UL  Ultralight Reimagined — Performance Without Compromise

Precision in Every Gram

In ultralight gliders, cutting weight usually means making trade-offs. However, the PHI SOLA UL proves you can have the best of both worlds. It maintains the safe, dependable handling of the standard SOLA model while shedding bulk for extreme portability.PHI SOLA UL

Because of this careful weight reduction, you can fly farther, climb higher, and hike longer—without fatigue or frustration. This makes it ideal for alpine flights, bivy adventures, and backcountry routes where carrying less means going further.

Compact Packing for Adventure on the Go

Designed for pilots who think beyond the takeoff, the SOLA UL packs down incredibly small. Pair it with a lightweight harness, and you’ll carry an entire paragliding kit that fits into a compact daypack. From trains to trails, ridges to rooftops, your gear no longer limits your adventure.PHI SOLA UL

And thanks to the fabric’s flexible properties, folding becomes simple and intuitive, saving you time at launch and landing.

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Launch with Confidence, Land with Grace

Smooth Takeoffs in All Conditions

The PHI SOLA UL rises easily and symmetrically—even in light or variable wind. Its profile was tailored for effortless inflation, allowing newer pilots to feel confident and supported during ground handling. At the same time, experienced flyers will appreciate the wing’s quick responsiveness and low takeoff speed.

Because of its clean line layout and simple riser configuration, pre-launch preparation takes minutes, not moments. That means more time flying, less time untangling.

Predictable, Soft Landings

When it’s time to come down, the SOLA UL delivers. Brake progression is smooth, the flare window is wide, and touchdown feels gentle even in short or technical landing zones. Whether you’re landing in a mountain meadow or squeezing into a tight trailhead, this wing gives you the control you need to land with confidence.

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In-Flight Experience: Stability Meets Freedom

Calm Reactions, Clear Feedback

Once airborne, the SOLA UL feels like an extension of your intuition. Its calm pitch behavior, solid roll stability, and low aspect ratio create a flying experience that feels secure and reassuring—even in active air. Furthermore, subtle brake inputs translate into gentle course corrections, making it easy to navigate terrain and stay on track.

Unlike some ultralight wings that can feel nervous or overly reactive, the SOLA UL maintains its composure while still letting you stay connected to lift and transitions. That means longer flights with less pilot fatigue.

Thermal Soaring Made Simple

Although designed primarily for hike-and-fly, the SOLA UL doesn’t shy away from lift. When you find a thermal, the wing circles efficiently and climbs steadily. It won’t require heavy inputs or constant correction—just relaxed control and a sense of the wind.

This makes it not only a great first glider but a useful second wing for seasoned pilots seeking spontaneous, low-stress flights in varied locations.

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Inclusive by Design — Size and Access for All

From Light to Heavy, Everyone’s Welcome

PHI doesn’t believe in “one-size-fits-some.” The SOLA UL is offered in multiple sizes—from 16 m² to 28 m²—accommodating total flying weights from 50 kg to 120+ kg. So regardless of your body type, gear choices, or wing loading preference, there’s a SOLA UL tailored to your flying goals.

Additionally, the consistent behavior across the size range ensures every pilot experiences the same signature PHI flight feeling: secure, balanced, and intuitive.

Multiple Applications, One Solution

The SOLA UL isn’t limited to mountain flyers. It also suits urban pilots launching from tight spaces, tandem pilots needing a backup wing, and globetrotters seeking reliable equipment in unfamiliar environments. With its combination of low weight, excellent safety, and reliable handling, it’s a wing that adapts to you.

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PHI Innovation — Engineered by Hannes Papesh

Every detail of the SOLA UL reflects the experience and insight of Hannes Papesh, one of the most respected paraglider designers in the world. His work at PHI has continuously focused on blending safety, efficiency, and excitement into every glider. The SOLA UL is no exception—it distills decades of research into a wing that’s as forgiving as it is liberating.

With PHI’s rigorous certification process, materials testing, and real-world feedback integration, you can fly confidently knowing your wing was built to the highest standards.

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PHI SOLA UL — Designed for Movement, Built for Flight

In a world where freedom often comes at the cost of function, the PHI SOLA UL breaks the mold. It proves that true adventure doesn’t need to weigh you down. From remote summits to rolling countryside, this wing encourages spontaneous flying, bold exploration, and joyful landings.

So, whether you’re beginning your flying life or adding agility to your experienced skillset, the SOLA UL makes it easier to say “yes” to flight—wherever you are.

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PHI SOLA UL — Feature Summary

• ✅ Ultra-light construction (from 2.35 kg) for hike-and-fly and travel

• ✅ Certified EN A for dependable safety in active air

• ✅ Smooth inflation and stable handling in varied conditions

• ✅ Compact folding volume for minimal pack size

• ✅ Responsive yet forgiving brake behavior

• ✅ Ideal for new pilots, adventurers, and minimalist kit builders

• ✅ Available in multiple sizes (16–28 m²) for inclusive pilot support

• ✅ Built by PHI, engineered by Hannes Papesh

PHI SOLA UL  Sizes, weight ranges & certification

Size	18	20	22	24	26
Thermic (kg)	55-75	65-85	75-95	90-110	105-130
Hike & Fly (kg)	75-90	85-100	95-110	110-120	–
Mini Wing (kg)	90-110	100-120	–	–	–
SWR¹ (kg)	55-90	65-100	75-110	90-120	105-130
SWR¹ EN/LTF certification	A	A	A	A	A
EWR² (kg)	90-110	100-120	–	–	–
EWR² EN/LTF certification	B	B	–	–	–
MWR³ (kg)	55-130	65-130	75-170	90-170	105-170
DGAC certification	i.A.	i.A.	i.A.	i.A.	i.A.

¹ SWR: Standard weight range in kilograms.
² EWR: Extended weight range in kilograms.
³ MWR: Motor weight range in kilograms.

Technical data

size	18	20	22	24	26
flat area (m²)	21.55	23.69	26.08	28.3	30.78
projected area (m²)	18.55	20.52	22.59	24.51	26.66
flat aspect ratio	4.7	4.7	4.7	4.7	4.7
projected aspect ratio	3.47	3.47	3.47	3.47	3.47
weight (kg)	3.1	3.3	3.6	3.8	4.2
number of cells	36	36	36	36	36
projected span (m)	8.02	8.44	8.85	9.22	9.62
flat span (m)	10.03	10.56	11.08	11.54	12.03
line length (m)	6.13	6.45	6.77	7.05	7.35
maximum chord (m)	2.65	2.78	2.93	3.05	3.18
minimum chord (m)	0.65	0.68	0.72	0.75	0.78
riser length (mm)	500	500	540	540	540
speedway (mm)	150	150	150	175	175

PHI SOLA UL  Colours

Standard colours: CC1 (Purple-Yellow), CC2 (Orange-Black), CC3 (Yellow-Blue), CC4 (Blue-Black)

PHI SOLA UL  Package

• Wing
• Harmonica concertina bag
• Repair material

PHI SOLA UL : SIMPLY GT!

The robust evolution of PHI’s superlight and supereasy low A wing: the SOLA. A new cloth is less expensive and more robust for tough training hill use and much more…

PHI SOLA UL  Technical Features

The SOLA has it’s roots in the FANTASIA, but finally was designed absolutely new: different ground shape, cell with distribution, intake, diagonal ribs, etc
PHI spend some tome to improve take off behaviour: never before launch was that easy!

As well PHI realized to the goal that it really fun to fly the SOLA and the performance is good!
and it’s fast!: an absolute must in the high mountains! When flying in alpine valleys or all above the peaks: speed is the base for safety.PHI SOLA UL

A special technical feature is, that the SOLA has a very stable 3 suspension airfoil in the centre, offering her an extra stability bonus.
With the PHI SOLA UL are further on the trend to robust, covered lines in all sections in chosing a robust cloth.
Specially at take off in free alpine area, you need an equipment you can trust and that is easy to handle.

Designer’s note

“We more and more gain the technology to make flying very easy. The SOLA offers a new level of simplicity. Takeoff, flying, landing has never before been that simple. Flying is now a normal activity that anyone can do, like a walk in the park.
On top ot the SOLA, the SOLA GT offers a new level of robustness for light. You can hike and take your wing on the harsh take offs of south europe or to every other adventure.”

– Hannes Papesh

PHI SOLA UL  Weight ranges

Like the bigger sister VIOLA, the SOLA GT has extended weight ranges, offering more energy.

Compared to the VIOLA, the SOLA GT is all around more easy and the roll damping is much better.

FOR SCHOOLING

There’s no glider easier to train with than the SOLA GT. No glider is as forgiving of mistakes on take-off: the wing inflates reliably, climbs well and stops itself over the pilot’s head. The braking distance is enormous: a stall is virtually impossible. However, the reaction to brake input is good and direct: the SOLA GT turns extremely flat, i.e. without accumulating energy. Roll damping is unrivalled: the wing flies as if on rails.

PHI SOLA UL  IN THERMAL FLIGHT

In the thermal weight range, the SOLA GT is very well damped on all axes: it turns well flat, gives only the necessary feedback and always stands reliably above the pilot. Both in and out of the thermal, pitching backwards or forwards remains very low.

FOR HIKE&FLY

Thanks to its light weight and super-simple handling, the SOLA GT is the perfect machine for Hike&Fly. Its qualities are particularly appreciated in difficult terrain and demanding conditions.

PHI SOLA UL  AS MINIWING

An even higher wing loading makes the SOLA GT a miniwing. Power is a little higher, but still very easy to control. Its unique roll damping makes it very precise to control in all areas.PHI SOLA UL

Materials

MJ32. Skytex 40

Risers

• Standard: R10 (3+1)
• Options: RZ1 (3), R01 (3+1)

You are free to customize and choose another riser free of charge but this will delay your order by 3-7 days. If saving every gram is your top priority, you may choose the “Superlight” RZ3 riser. This reduces the weight on the tech data list by around 250-285g but compromises usability and increases speed system pressure.PHI SOLA UL

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