Understanding the EN-B Class

The EN-B paraglider certification class is broad and can be confusing. Bastienne Wentzel guides us through the maze.

According to a survey we carried out last year around 60% of paraglider pilots fly an EN-B, or intermediate, paraglider. But the EN-B category is a broad one, ranging from wings that are suitable for just-qualified pilots to gliders that can be demanding to fly and require a high level of skill.

EN-B gliders are arguably the best-selling paragliders and certainly the most popular class. To cater for that, many manufacturers have a range of intermediate gliders, from two models up to four – or more if you count specialist wings. Navigating your way through this maze of different options and opportunities can be difficult, but let’s take a look.

What is an intermediate glider?

The name ‘intermediate’ conveys the sense...