4 modules • 17 lessons • 5 h
The founding of FAI in 1905, the evolution of international air sport governance, FAI structure, and member countries.
CIVL structure, committees, delegates, bureau, and the role of the plenary meeting in establishing rules.
Section 7 of the FAI Sporting Code covering paragliding and hang gliding specific rules, competition categories, and world rankings.
The difference between Category 1 and Category 2 competitions, the World Pilot Ranking System (WPRS), and the GAP scoring formula.
The history behind SafePro, program goals — from easy to difficult, low to high, basic to advanced — designed to eliminate gaps in training progression.
SafePro Para Stage 1 — ground skimming (not flying higher than you would care to fall). Stage 2 — altitude gliding with space for manoeuvres, no soaring.
Preparation for turbulence, recovery techniques, and descending methods (B-line stall, big ears, and spiral dive).
SafePro Para Stage 4 — using ridge and thermal lift techniques. Stage 5 — mastering one or more advanced practices (XC, aerobatics, non-commercial tandem).
Specialized ratings: Accuracy, Distance, Racing, and Aerobatics — additional certifications beyond the 5-stage core progression.
Introduction of the IPPI Card in 1992, the international pilot proficiency level system, and using the card when flying abroad.
How the 5 IPPI Card levels correspond to SafePro Para stages, card renewal, and the two available schemes (per level and per year).
The British Hang Gliding and Paragliding Association's Pilot Rating Scheme (PRS): Elementary, Club Pilot, Pilot, and Advanced Pilot ratings.
The German DHV federation, the A/B restricted licence, B unrestricted licence, and LTF (Lufttüchtigkeitsforderungen) classification system.
The structure of the European EN 926 standard, testing procedures, and classification system: EN-A (beginner), EN-B (intermediate), EN-C (advanced), EN-D (expert).
Periodic inspection of paragliders, harnesses, and reserve parachutes; manufacturer recommendations; and the porosity meter test.
Flight safety as individual pilot responsibility, the IMSAFE checklist, and selecting the right equipment for a pilot's skill level.
SIV training, XC flying clinics, upgrading pilot ratings, and the pathway toward instructor qualification.
