Results

Well, look at you, Mr./Ms. Moderate! You’ve dodged disaster—now don’t let it go to your head! 🌪️

Well, that was a bumpy ride! Maybe stick to the ground for now—safety first, right? 🤷‍♂️

#1. How does “turbulence” affect a paraglider’s flight?

It’s like your glider getting a little too excited and bouncing around

It increases lift

It can cause unpredictable movements and potential wing collapses

It improves climb rate

#2. What is the purpose of “big ears” in paragliding?

To slow down the glide

To reduce the wing’s surface area

To decrease altitude rapidly

To look like Dumbo while you’re coming in for a landing

#3. What is “wing loading,” and why is it important?

Determines the glide angle

It’s what happens when you overload your wing with snacks and souvenirs

Affects the speed and handling of the wing

The ratio of pilot weight to wing area

#4. What is “thermal hunting” in paragliding?

It’s like playing hide and seek with invisible air elevators

Maintaining glide ratio

Actively searching for thermals to gain altitude

Avoiding sink areas

#5. Why is “pre-flight inspection” important?

To measure wind speed

To find the best launch spot

To ensure all equipment is in good condition and properly set up

Because nobody wants to discover their glider is missing a part halfway through the flight

#6. What is an essential item for safety in every flight?

Reserve parachute

Sunglasses

GPS device

Water bottle

#7. Why is “thermal centering” a valuable skill?

To find sink areas

To increase descent speed

Because nobody wants to feel like they’re in a washing machine of weak lift

To stay in the strongest part of the thermal for maximum lift

#8. What is ‘drag’ in paragliding?

The weight of the pilot

The resistance against the forward movement

The lift force

The speed of the glid

#9. What is the purpose of ‘big ears’ technique?

To steer the glider

To increase lift

To decrease altitude quickly

To gain speed

#10. What does “wingover” refer to in paragliding?

A technique to gain altitude quickly

A dynamic maneuver involving a series of steep, alternating turns

It’s when your glider decides it’s time to show off its acrobatic skills

A method to reduce speed

#11. What is the term for the action of turning a paraglider to change direction?

Tacking

Pitching

Rolling

Steering

#12. What does “EN certification” indicate for a paraglider?

Electrical resistance

Environmental safety

Manufacturing origin

Level of safety and performance

#13. Why is “active flying” crucial in turbulent conditions?

To maintain control of the glider

To optimize performance

To prevent collapses

To keep yourself entertained by playing an airborne game of “whack-a-mole” with turbulence

#14. What does “flare” help achieve during landing?

To gain altitude just before landing

To increase glide speed

For when you want to make your landing as graceful as a swan on a calm lake

To slow down the descent and achieve a soft landing

#15. Which material is commonly used for paraglider lines?

Nylon

Cotton

Steel

Dyneema or Kevlar

#16. Why is “crosswind landing” challenging for pilots?

It increases landing speed

It’s like trying to walk a straight line while someone’s nudging you sideways

It improves glide ratio

It requires precise control to avoid drift and land safely

#17. How does “wind gradient” affect landing?

It improves lift near the ground

It helps with smoother landings

It’s like Mother Nature’s way of adding a surprise twist to your landing routine

It can cause a sudden drop in wind speed close to the ground

#18. What is “dynamic stall,” and why should it be avoided?

A technique to reduce speed

It’s the glider’s way of saying, “Whoa there, slow down!”

A sudden loss of lift caused by an aggressive maneuver or over-speeding

A method to increase glide performance

#19. What is the significance of “stall speed” in paragliding?

The speed needed to enter a thermal

The speed at which your glider decides to take a nap mid-air

The minimum speed at which a glider maintains flight before losing lift

The speed at which a glider climbs fastest

#20. What is ‘angle of attack’ in paragliding?