EN-A — Beginner / Student
Skywalk Mescal 7
The Mescal 7 is Skywalk's latest EN-A glider — purpose-built to give new pilots the easiest, safest entry into paragliding. With 40 cells, a low aspect ratio of 4.8, and Skywalk's signature Jet Flaps, it sets new standards in the beginner segment. Calm in the air, precise on the brakes, and genuinely fun to fly. Not just a school wing — a capable companion for your first XC adventures too.
Who this wing is for
Ideal for student pilots and those in their first 1–2 years of flying. Maximum passive safety, easy handling.
At a Glance
Certification
EN-A
Cells
40
Aspect Ratio
4.8
Top Speed
46 km/h
Full Specifications
Specs shown for mid-range size. Full technical data on skywalk.info ↗
Sizing & Weight Range
All-up weight: pilot + harness + reserve + gear.
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Also Consider
Skywalk Tequila 6
EN-BThe Tequila 6 is Skywalk's legendary EN-B sports-intermediate — six generations of refinement distilled into the ideal wing for post-school pilots and XC beginners. Combines easy, forgiving flight characteristics with genuine XC capability. Built from exceptionally robust materials — perfect for South African launch sites. The wing that record-breaking pilots trust for 300 km flatland flights.
Skywalk Arak 2
EN-BThe Arak 2 is Skywalk's versatile EN-B all-rounder — the multi-tool of the range. Covers the full spectrum of paragliding from leisure flying to serious XC. The Speed Control system makes accelerated flight intuitive and safe. Built robustly for demanding conditions, it handles everything South African flying throws at it while remaining accessible to intermediate pilots.
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