P3 Intermediate course
Duration : 5 Flying Days
Rating : FAI International Paragliding Sporting License
License : FAI (Federation Aeronautique Internationale) License Issued by Aeroclub of India
 
p3 As a Licensed Club Pilot you will have a fair amount of experience, flying with other pilots, flying different sites in varying conditions.

You are now looking to further advance your skills and knowledge that would further equip you to start learning “thermal soaring” and step into the real world of Cross Country flying. You are now in for some serious fun and can sign up for Advance clinics like the SIV - Acro and Cross Country (XC) Courses.

The P3 Course prepares you for all this and more. With your P3 Certification you can now get your FAI : International Sporting License that allows you to participate in Paragliding competitions worldwide.

 

The course covers:

  • Perfecting reverse launch
  • Recognition and understanding of different weather & site conditions
  • 180 degree turns & reversals
  • 360 degree turns at various speeds and bank angles
  • Flying at maximum speed, minimum sink and best glide
  • Asymmetric tip folds and big ears
  • Aerobatic maneuvers - wing overs
  • Ridge soaring - extended flights upto an hour
  • Understanding the significance of air speed control, collapses, stalls, spins and turbulence induced collapses.
  • Understanding of emergency procedures
  • Spot landings
  • Paragliding at different sites
 
"Good balance between theory and practical. Good experience with decision making in dynamic circumstances."
- "Urvashi Lohani Nokia"