Mastering Paragliding

 

Mastering Paragliding is a new approach to learning to fly cross country by paragliding guide Kelly Farina.

Kelly approaches pilot progression in a systematic, logical way. From understanding the basics of glider handling to thermalling techniques and high-level cross-country advice, he breaks the sport down into manageable stages with achievable goals.

IT INCLUDES:

• Mastering the basics: learning to fly smoothly, consistently and confidently
• Thermalling well: the 4/90 rule, thermal etiquette
• How to plan a cross-country route and fly it successfully
• Valley winds explained, including where and where not to fly
• An in-depth exploration of how to fly the mountains
• How to fly efficiently and fast
• Meteorology for pilots, including cloud assessment
• Thermal formation, restitution and inversions
• Real-life practical flying case studies
• How to structure your learning and progress quickly using the Pyramid of Progression

This book is a must read for any pilot wanting to understand the fundamentals of paragliding and wing control.