The Skydiving and Hang Gliding Conversion course is ideal for skydiving and hang gliding pilots wanting to use their existing knowledge and experience to convert across to paragliding. Led by one of Australia’s most highly regarded instructors, our paragliding course is one of the most intensive and comprehensive courses currently offered. This conversion course runs in conjunction with our Learn to Paraglide Course. We are mindful of the experience of skydivers and hang gliding pilots and tailor the course to suit different skill levels. Skydivers and hang gliding pilots also have the option to complete the course in less than the 9 days allocated, as long as the licence requirements have been met. Prerequisites: Hang gliding pilots: A current licence and 50+ logged flying hours. Skydivers: A current licence and 200+ jumps. Requirements to satisfy licence issue on course completion: Minimum of 4 flying days Minimum of 30 flights (launch & landing) from at least 3 different flying sites 3 soaring flights of at least 15 minutes duration OR 10 flights of at least 5 minutes duration 1 high flight of above 500ft Successful and competent demonstration of all required skills and techniques in light and moderate conditions, as set out in the SAFA training manual Successfully pass theory exam What you’ll learn: Pre-flight checks * Flight preparation * Airspace regulations * Flying with other aircraft * Inflation/Taxi/Launch sequence * Launch and landing techniques * Launch and landing in various wind strength and conditions * Landing accuracy * Cross wind and downwind landings * Flight Path * Flight Skills * Turns * Weather assessment * ... and more!
