An EN-B Built for Flight Volume
The EN-B certified Ozone Geo 7 follows directly from the Buzz Z7, with a clear objective: reduce weight without compromising the qualities that defined the series. If you plan 30 to 50 hours of flying per year, it offers a practical balance between immediate usability and the capacity to support cross-country progression. It handles regular use without demanding competition-level piloting.
Structural Optimization and Materials
Ozone redesigned every panel. The weight savings are immediate: 1.4 kg less than the Buzz Z7 and 125 g less than the Geo 6, while maintaining mechanical durability typical of reference EN-Bs. The internal structure uses mixed 32 g and 40 g fabrics, with Dominico N20D on the leading edge and N10D on the lower surface. The new panel layout refines handling feedback while keeping weight low over time. The XS size starts at 3.38 kg, scaling up to 4.36 kg for the L.
Flight Behavior and Feedback
The changes are functional, not cosmetic. A new planform with increased sweep stabilizes roll, while rib alignment and trailing edge cuts optimize airflow. Inflation remains straightforward: the wing rises steadily and stops at full deployment, filtering turbulence for confidence on technical takeoffs. In the air, brake communication is linear and direct. Pitch stability is solid, and brakes respond precisely without harshness. Tab positioning improves stability in accelerated flight, extending glide across the speed range. Turns hold a precise track with natural transitions.
Technical Setup and Ground Handling
Ozone redesigned the suspension architecture for better load distribution. Two configurations are available: standard 12 mm risers with conventional steel links for routine handling, or Linklites to save weight (standard links add roughly 100 g). Ground maintenance is critical: avoid lines catching in vegetation or dragging on abrasive surfaces. Proper ground care directly impacts the wing's lifespan.
The Ozone Geo 7 operates as a mature EN-B, suitable for consecutive flights without adding pack weight. It requires active piloting but remains accessible through calibrated passive safety.
Fly safe,
Cyrille MARCK and the Rid'Air/CEM team
