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...quivalent level of a BHPA 'Club Pilot' rating. My friend, who hasn't flown before, is also interested. My questions are : 1) Can anyone who has flown in the various parts of Australia suggest the ...
...ur of the glider, differences in handling with thrust, the engine and if i can modify it, and LOTS of other questions). Iam not confined to that particular made; a Dooddlebug or BOOSTER from Solar Win...
...re fully aware of the dangers involved, when an inexperienced student is towed aloft over solid ground. The question is, can it be done more safely over water? and how? The idea is, that water is less...
Ok,ok, I will rephrase my question since no one cares about answering a straightforward / normal question about hanggliders (3 Oct 2000).. What level / practice does one need to be able to appreciat
...south this weekend, nearer to Bristol the better ? I have a nasty feeling that might qualify as the dumbest question ever, seeing as there doesn't seem to be much talkof meeting up etc, but nevermind....
I'm willing to spend apx 1200.00 US for a Beginner hang-glider. What brands should I be looking for? I would like it to have double surfaced wings if in the price range. Could I get a few brands to lo
Thank you for your responses. I do apologize if I offended anyone. The questions were born of naivete, not malice. Moreover, I knew I was clueless and considered the discussion group to be a mere star
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...de quicker and more efficiently (assuming exact atmospheric condition)? C) Also, relating to the previous question, which has the best 'glide ratio'? (Not sure how to call it, what I mean is for exa...
...her gets better. 2: Jump in the car, nip over to Saint Malo and go somewhere in France to learn. So the question is: Does anyone know of a Hang Gliding school in France with Englsih speaking ins...
...and chuck myself of an alp, so my first target is probably an Elementary Pilot rating I guess. These are my questions: Do you have to take a commercial course or can you join a club and learn that way...
I have a paragliding question? Someone could pelease explain to me what is the difference bettwen DHV1 and 2 etc..and how I can choose my own paraglide to fit my weight! thanks
What kind of glider should a beginner look for? Pilot is 200lbs, 6'3'. Has never flown gliders before. Your suggestions will be greatly appreciated.
...if any? and can you rent kites? Is ther any websights that sell hang-gliders? well I suppose that is enough questions for know....
...te what an intellectual group we are and as such I expect some of you will have the answer to the following question: How does one say in Latin the following sentence: 'Don't let the bastards grin...
I've got a question I haven't seen here yet. I've heard about the problem PG's have with 'folding up' in turbulence. Do the 'parafoils' (or ram-air canopys) used by skydivers have this same potential
Is there a place to learn hang gliding near Boston? Is there a liscense taht I have to earn? How expensive is it? also is the experience similar to flying ram air parachutes as far as turning and land
...ription glasses when I fly my PG on brighter days (certainly not in the last 6 weeks let me tell you). My question is: Are they safe? I've heard that some people claim you can miss seeing power li...
Are there any restrictions on where you can fly a hang-glider? I know you can't go into Class B, etc. but are there any other airspace restrictions?
Actually, it's about half-n-half UK/USA. But, there seems to be quite fair knowledge/networking about other sites in other countries. You might want to subscribe to one of the listservers for email -
...indy and Marty who operate Caracole Soaring. In addition there is a parachute drop zone and, with retrieval questionable, this is looking like an attractive landing area. Just west of the airport I cl...
...off. Meanwhile my husband (not a paraglider pilot) had noticed the tips of my wing begin to fold in. My questions are: why did this happen?? Was I doing anything wrong (apart from being over amb...
Okay folks ... here's a really poor question. For a whole variety of reasons, I've done very little paragliding this year (perhaps 10-12 hours flying ). How much do paragliders age when they're stor
...Why are suggestions made about 'beginner' and 'intermediate' etc.? When I finally buy my first glider, what questions should I be asking, and what characteristics are important? I guess that'll do, ...
I've seen a lot of pictures on the web of HG pilots (up very high) that don't seem to have a reserve chute handy.. What's up with that? Do some people skip using a reserve? (Like not wearing a seat be
...o learn, and that Europe was a possibility. After a less than overwhelming response I'm here again to ask a question. Please ! Anyone that can help me achieve this life-long ambition just respond to m...
...'t been hangliding - something I said I would do by the time I was 25 - it's about time I started so .... Question No. 1 (the only one actually!) Can anyone recommend somewhere for lessons/beginners...
...first couple of days it will be small hill training, but after that it will be tows. I have a pretty stupid question. What kind of outfit should I be wearing? Is the accent on wind-proof or water-proo...
... really appreciate it if you were to take a few minutes of your time to fill out the survey. Assume for the questions that performance is equal. Thanks! Michael Helmbrecht (510) 643-9825 1. For ...
...l web sites which I've put in my new 'hang gliding' favorites folder. As you might have guessed I have many questions concerning HG. Were is the most reputable HG school near me (I am 70 miles west ...
...much limited to my legs and speech. I can't walk very well anymore (I use a cane) and running is out of the question for me. While running out a landing is beyond me, I figure I can get around that wi...
prices i've seen run from $20.00 an hour to $100.00 or $125.00 a day (which can be 4 hours depending on how the school defines it) no age regulations. i think you are near lookout mountain georgia
...the staff would never be that rude. The people at Wallaby are friendly and helpful. I cannot speak to the question about Paragliding at the Ranch but I do not think they offer towing. I have never s...
... launch our reserves with a spring loaded pilotchute....I'm interste in taking paragliding classes and this question came tu my mind. Your reserve parachute (if you use any) is round or a steerable sq...
...rt of the 'Hang Glider Wanted thread, So I am sending again...... I am a relativly new pilot and I have a question about 2 different gliders. Currently I am flying a Falcon 170 and 195 depending on ...
... vernacular so that I will sound less like an absolute newbie come this Saturday for my first HG lesson. My question is directed to the Millennium pilots on the list: Is there anyway to transition to ...
...e turnbuckles - technology!) and a plastic sail. It had a For Sale sign on it, so I insisted on asking some questions. Apparently there were some local crazies that were building these rigs and flying...
...seems to offer deals where they throw in training or offer at a reduced cost if you buy one of their wings, question is what to buy and who are the best schools? I am seeking recommendations on the be...
I know this question is subject many factors but I am just gathering as much info as possible. I am looking at 3 gliders for my first wing. Falcon, Pulse and a Mark IV. The mark iv is the one Im not s
...collective second opinion here. I'm comfortable with him after the conversation, although I have a lot more questions for him now. I learned a lot about HG this morning by reading most of the 1200 or ...
Hi all, I purchased an older CG 1000 harness that I have been flying with since early last year. I really like this harness other than the occasional difficulty I am having trying to extend my arms
Actually, it's about half-n-half UK/USA. But, there seems to be quite fair knowledge/networking about other sites in other countries. You might want to subscribe to one of the listservers for email -
.... 3. Xazarlx20's account of how he taught himself to fly is indeed a very sad but somehow comical tale. Question :- 1. Is it legal, in the United States, to fly (or bunny hop) a hang glider with...
...ot a newbie in the traditional sense...I design parafoil kites, and have no experience with paragliders. My question is this... What is the 'speed system' or 'speed bar' on paragliders? I assume it ...
For 3 marks: How does a longer wingspan influence a paraglider's response and handling? thanks
...sidering taking a few hang-gliding lessons, but I wanted to ask a few people that know about it some stupid questions. Firstly how dangerous is it? I know that with proper training and equipment the...
HI all, Well, my question may be off topic but nevertheless interesting. May anybody tell me the concorde's drag ratio, and why not other airliners (Airbus A340, B 747...) ? Hope this question won't
I am just getting into ParaGliding and I am looking for a Glider. I have very few choices because of my size
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