Cross-country paragliding course

Set off in search of new horizons coached by Erwan Didriche, whose reputation in competitive long-distance flying is well established!

You'll refine your analysis of the air mass and your routes to optimize your flights and swallow up the miles across the sky!

Level required: Brevet de Pilote

Program:

Level 1 :
- Checking pilot know-how in thermals and dynamics
- Theoretical and practical training on anticipating the flight plan as the flight progresses
- Managing landing decisions
- Flight performance optimization
- 2-hour flights (depending on weather conditions)

Level 2 :
- Topographic map reading, route selection according to weather forecasts
- Time management in flight
- Anticipation of weather conditions on the route - Optimization of flight position, gas pedal and wing control
- Flights of 3 to 4 hours (depending on weather conditions)

Level 3 :
- Know how to analyze the aerology on the ground and in flight to optimize the course.
- Make your own decisions
- Work on endurance in flight and manage your demons
- Flights of over 4 hours (depending on weather conditions)

To take part in this course, you'll need :
- A valid FFVL license
- Vario and GPS
- Radio
- Cell phone