The ICARO Sitta is an ultralight hike & fly paraglider created for pilots who want to turn every mountain tour into a rewarding flight, without carrying unnecessary grams on the ascent. Combining low weight, compact pack volume and precise, confidence‑inspiring handling, it targets climbers, mountaineers and leisure pilots who value both safety and playful performance in the high mountains.
Hike & Fly concept
Sitta is positioned by ICARO Paragliders as a dedicated hike & fly glider and the core of an ultralight system: combined with the APUS reversible harness and the SQUARE 115 rescue, it becomes a complete, minimalist kit for ambitious mountain adventures. With a total wing weight starting at about 3.3 kg and a very small packing volume, it fits easily into lightweight alpine backpacks and makes long approaches noticeably more comfortable.
Design and safetyDNA
The Sitta inherits its thermal profile from the XC‑oriented Aquila and adapts it to an ultralight concept. A simple 3+1 line geometry, 36 cells, Skytex 32/27 canopy fabric and 2‑cell‑bridge V‑tapes reduce weight while maintaining structure. The wing is designed to rise progressively, without overshooting even in stronger wind, and remains compact and well‑damped in turbulent air – important characteristics when launching and landing in demanding alpine terrain.
In flight, Sitta offers precise, direct handling and very good feedback. ICARO emphasises its balanced mix of stability, passive safety and efficiency in thermals: pilots can choose to enjoy relaxed valley glides or actively climb with other wings in stronger conditions. Flaring authority on landing is described as excellent, helping to achieve accurate, soft touchdowns even in tight landing fields.
Technical highlights
The Sitta is available in three sizes – 18, 20 and 22 m² flat – all sharing a moderate flat aspect ratio of 5.1 and projected aspect ratio of 3.8. Depending on size, certified classifications reach up to EN‑D in the higher loading, underlining that this is a wing for experienced hike & fly pilots who understand mountain conditions and dynamic flight behaviour. Carabiner distance recommendations are tuned to pilot weight ranges, while all sizes include a speed system with 80 mm travel, but no trimmers, in line with its lightweight philosophy.
Construction details such as mini‑ribs at the trailing edge and carefully optimised material transitions contribute to a clean profile and efficient glide. The scope of delivery is complete for active pilots: glider, packing belt, inner bag, riser bag, repair kit and backpack, so the Sitta is ready for the mountains right out of the box.
Look, price and positioning
Visually, Sitta carries ICARO’s signature Edelweiss‑inspired design with two coordinated colour schemes, ensuring that the wing is as distinctive in the sky as it is in your gear room. With a net retail price of about 2,226 EUR and a typical delivery time of 6–8 weeks, it is clearly aimed at committed hike & fly pilots who want a refined, long‑term partner for alpine projects rather than an entry‑level first wing.
Who the Sitta is for
Sitta is best suited to pilots who already have solid take‑off and landing skills, fly regularly in the mountains and now wish to reduce pack weight without sacrificing handling precision. For climbers and ski‑tourers, its light weight and compactness make it a realistic addition to serious routes, while leisure pilots will appreciate the easy launch characteristics and compact behaviour in active air.
Learn more and order
For full technical data, downloadable manual and current colour options, you can visit the manufacturer's website. To choose the correct size, configure your hike & fly set‑up and order the Sitta and compatible equipment with expert advice and European delivery, contact Paragliding4.me – your specialist partner for lightweight and performance paragliding gear.