Paramotor Endorsement - High Adventure Paragliding

PARAMOTOR ENDORSEMENT
Foot Launch

The Paramotoring Motorised Conversion course is suitable for HGFA licensed paraglider pilots of a PG3 (Intermediate Rating) who are looking to adapt their skills to paramotoring.

The conversion course will give you the knowledge and practical skills to fly safely and confidently. It will usually take a pilot between 2-4 days to successfully meet the requirements of the HGFA Syllabus.

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PREREQUISITES

Must hold Min PG3 Paragliding Licence - Commence Training
Must hold Min PG4 Paragliding Licence - Issue Licence
Hold a VHF Radio Operators Endorsement
No VHF - Please let me know so we can complete prior to training
Gear hire includes: Motor, Wing, Helmet and Radio
Own Gear - Bring it all with you!

REQUIREMENTS FOR ISSUE

Successfully pass theory exam
Correctly set up wing, harness and motor, inc all pre-flight checks
Demonstrate correct inflation technique
Demonstrate running control - engine off, inc S turns
Demonstrate takeoff in light/moderate winds
Demonstrate smooth flying skills - climb 500', climbing turns, level turns etc
Demonstrate landing skills, engine off, precision, landing approach
Min 15 Flights and not less than 8hrs flight instruction in total
10 nautical mile or 1/2 hour cross country flight

Training starts at $350 per day

$350 per day with your own gear or $450 per day with ours

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CROSS COUNTRY ENDORSEMENT
Powered Paraglider

The outcomes of the Cross Country Endorsement will have you confidently assessing meteorological conditions, Airspace regulations and flight planning, assessment of landing options from the air, landing and re-launching more than 25 km from original take-off and flying to 1000 ft and return to landing paddock with motor idle.

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PREREQUISITES

Holds a Motorised Endorsement or Powered Paragliding Certificate (Foot/Wheel)
HGFA Radio Operator's Endorsement
VHF Radio communications equipment
Airworthy and safe paramotor equipment
20+ hours flight time logged over a min of 25 days since completing Foot or Wheeled PPG Pilot Certificate

REQUIREMENTS FOR ISSUE

Successfully pass theory exam
Two XC flights min 25kms from take-off
One XC flight min 25kms with outlining and re-launch
Through understanding of airspace regulations and flight planning
Competent cross-wind and down-wind landing skills
Competent launch and landing in nil + moderate winds
Successfully demonstrate pre-flight safety checks
Through understanding of VHF broadcast requirements

Training starts at $350 per day

$350 per day with your own gear or $450 per day with ours

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FREE FLIGHT CONVERSION ENDORSEMENT
Foot Launch PPG to Paraglider

The outcomes of this endorsement from Paramotor Pilot to Paragliding pilot will require the confident demonstration of pre-flight checks, launch techniques in light, moderate, cross winds and reverse. Smooth and accurate demonstration of airspeed control, landing approaches, big-ears and a thorough understanding of when/how to use speedbar.

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PREREQUISITES

Hold a valid HGFA Powered Paraglider Certificate
Successfully complete the PG2 Theory and exam
Minimum of 30 flights at a minimum of 3 flying sites
Complete two high flights from sites +100ft AGL and +500ft AGL.

REQUIREMENTS FOR ISSUE

Successfully pass theory exam
Demonstrate required level of competency as defined in Section 8.4.12 'Tandem Syllabus'
Sign a declaration of Health in accordance with Section 4.1.4
Ideally you should hold your Senior First Air Certificate
Three tandem flights must be logged in the preceding 90 days
First 15 flights should be conducted with a person who holds an HGFA Paragliding Endorsement

Training at $150 per day

Equipment hire at no charge

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GROUND TOW ENDORSEMENT
Paragliding

Issue of the Tow Endorsement requires the pilot to correctly sets-up tow bridle and attachment points to glider and harness.

Pilot demonstrates correct launch technique, flight attitude and smooth glider control whilst under tow.

You will gain a solid understands of the requirements for driving the tow winch including tension control and signal usage and recognition.

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PREREQUISITES

Holds a Valid HGFA Paragliding Certificate
OR Under direct supervision during your PG Training
We provide tow bridle (no need to buy)
BYO Radio and Mic please
Hook knife when towing is recommended

REQUIREMENTS FOR ISSUE

Successfully pass the requirements of 'Section 8.4.2 Ground Tow'
Hold a valid Paragliding Pilot Certificate (for Issue)
Pass the Ground Tow Theory Exam
10 tows + 500' AGL with correct signals, release and return flight procedures.
Two simulated weak-link breakages with correct flight, signals and landing procedures