SIV Advanced — Theory Test
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Advanced SIV - (Stall and Spin Recovery)
Stall and Spin Recovery (Advanced) This is the most critical stage, where pilots learn to handle the wing when it stops flying (stalls). Full Stall: Completely stopping the wing and performing a controlled recovery. Spin (Negative): Recovering from a situation where one side of the wing stalls. Search for Backfly: Finding the "sweet spot" of the wing in a stall to stabilize it before release.
15 hours6 modulesCertificate
What You'll Learn
- Cascade collapse management
- Deep stall recovery technique
- Advanced spin management
- Combined emergency scenario handling
- High-energy spiral exit techniques
- Flight video analysis and self-assessment
Requirements
Prerequisites
- P4+ certificate
- Intermediate SIV course completed
- Minimum 300 flights
Equipment
- EN-C/D paraglider, recently repacked reserve
- Full-face helmet (recommended)(recommended)
Physical requirements
- Excellent fitness, comfortable with high G-forces
Description
The Advanced SIV course is the ultimate safety training for expert-level pilots, covering cascade collapses, deep stall recovery, advanced spin management, and complex combined emergency scenarios. This program pushes pilots to their limits in a controlled over-water environment.
Designed for P4+ pilots flying EN-C/D class wings, the course covers the most demanding recovery techniques including cascade collapse management, cravatte resolution, negative spin combinations, and high-energy spiral exits. Each maneuver is analyzed through detailed video debriefing.
Graduates gain the highest level of passive safety skills, essential for competition flying, acrobatic training, and extreme cross-country conditions.
Course Curriculum
4 modules 15 lessons Estimated lesson time: 10 h 45 min
Advanced SIV Course OverviewFree30 min
Significance of Advanced SIV30 min
Advanced SIV Functions for the Pilot30 min
Theory Materials
01Advanced SIV – Daily Training Plan
The daily plan for an Advanced SIV course is not just a list of flights—it is a process of psychological and technical transformation for the pilot. Each day is built upon the experience of the previous one to minimize risk and maximize the pilot's control.
02Advanced SIV: High-Level Course Overview
Advanced SIV represents the pinnacle of paragliding safety training. At this stage, a pilot learns not only how to recover from an incident but also how to manage the full deformation of the wing and its subsequent "rebirth" in mid-air. This course is essential for those planning to fly EN-C or EN-D class wings, engage in acrobatics, or pursue professional tandem piloting.
03Description of Collapses at the Advanced SIV Level
Handling collapses within an Advanced SIV course is no longer just about pulling one side of the wing. Here, the focus is on simulating a real crisis, where everything happens at high speed, with high energy, and aggressive rotation.
04Detailed Description of Advanced SIV Maneuvers
Maneuvers at the Advanced SIV level represent the "higher mathematics" of paragliding. At this stage, the pilot learns to command the wing at the exact point where standard aerodynamics cease to function. These are not merely tricks; they are a deep-seated study of wing anatomy.
05The Significance of Advanced SIV
In the context of Advanced SIV, mastering the Full Stall is the defining turning point where a pilot transitions from "amateur" to "expert." This is not just another maneuver—it is the moment you gain absolute authority over your wing.
06The Significance of Advanced SIV for the Pilot
An Advanced SIV (Simulation d'Incidents en Vol) course is not merely technical training—it is the highest stage of a pilot's mental and professional evolution. While a pilot learns how to "avoid" mistakes in the early stages, at the Advanced level, they learn how to manage an inevitable crisis and turn it into a controlled process.
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Who Is This Course For
- P4+ level expert pilots
- Pilots flying EN-C/D class wings
- Competition and acro pilots
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Frequently Asked Questions
What maneuvers will I learn in Advanced SIV?
Advanced SIV covers: full stall recovery, Deep Spiral, Sat/Tumble techniques, in-flight reserve deployment, and managing complex asymmetric situations on EN-C/D wings.
How many days does Advanced SIV last?
Advanced SIV has 4 modules (11 lessons) and typically lasts 3-4 days, weather dependent. The program includes both theoretical and practical sessions.