XC - Sports Progression Courses (Performance/XC Training/Cross-Country - XC) — Syllabus
28 lessons in this course
1.1
XC Course Objectives & StructureFree
30 min
1.2
XC Flying Philosophy
30 min
1.3
Video: XC Flight MotivationFree
15 min
1.4
Exercise: Setting XC Goals
15 min
2.1
XC Meteo-Analysis Checklist
30 min
2.2
Synoptic Analysis for XC
30 min
2.3
Thermal Activity Forecasting
30 min
2.4
Exercise: XC Flight Meteo Planning
30 min
3.1
Thermal Flying Techniques in XC
30 min
3.2
Glide and Transitions
30 min
3.3
XC Route Strategy
30 min
3.4
XC Pre-Flight Checklist
30 min
3.5
Video: XC Flight ComponentsFree
30 min
4.1
XC Equipment Standards
30 min
4.2
Wing, Harness & Instrument Selection
30 min
4.3
Practice: Equipment Check
30 min
5.1
Psychological Preparation for XC
30 min
5.2
Physical Fitness & Nutrition
30 min
5.3
Stress Management During Long Flights
30 min
6.1
XC Instructor Role
30 min
6.2
International XC Competitions
30 min
6.3
Video: XC Competition HighlightsFree
15 min
6.4
Exercise: Competition Preparation
15 min
7.1
Daily XC Training Plan
30 min
7.2
XC Practical Flight
180 min
7.3
Theoretical Examination
60 min
7.4
Practical Assessment & Certification
60 min
7.5
Closing Briefing
30 min