The one-week compact course in cooperation with the the paraglieding school "Papillon Paragliding" already includes the basic training (at least 15 smaller flights) and the advanced course with 15 altitude flights and 25 theory lessons. At the end of the week, after passing the multiple-choice examination of the German Hangglider Association (DHV), the altitude pass is issued. (Picture source: Papillon Paragliding)
Note:
This sports travel offer is only available to university members (students and staff). The terms and conditions of the organizer "Papillon Paragliding" apply.
No previous knowledge is required. The theory training for the A-licence is included. The theory documents are available for download upon registration.
Here you can find a video about paragliding training.
Requirements:
- Mental and average physical fitness (such as cycling)
- a minimum age of 18 years
- Supporting shoes for the ankles
- good mood and desire to fly
- Outdoor suitable clothing (outdoor trousers or long jeans, windbreaker)
- (plastic) drinking bottle, snack break (e. g. cereal bar)
- Sunscreen
Advantages of training:
- short training period
- cheaper course fees when booking the combined course (compared to basic and advanced courses separately)
- on request: inexpensive packages including accommodation and meals directly on the Wasserkuppe, conveniently bookable via us
- high weather stability, as it rarely comes to permanent precipitation for one week
- nevertheless additionally Papillon weather guarantee as well as alternatives in the Alps
- weekly course completion with DHV theory examination (already for the A-licence) in the Rhön, unique in Germany!
- butterfly GoodFly insurance cover optionally bookable
- Upon completion of the Combined Course, you will meet the requirements of aviation law for participation in the high altitude flight training for the A-licence.
Benefits:
- Theory and practical training according to the Papillon training standard
- The flight manual "Paragliding today" (Download)
- DHV training record booklet
- Learning software for exam preparation
- free radio
- modern, safe rental equipment
- Liability insurance
- Uphill
- Radio support
- Take-off and landing fees
- butterfly Weather guarantee
The complete flight equipment (glider category EN-A, protector harness, helmet, radio) will be provided during your training at no extra cost.
Costs for accommodation and arrival and departure are not included in the course fee. It is necessary to travel to the venue yourself, if necessary carpools of the participants can be formed.
The current prices can be seen
here.
- Hotel on the water top "Deutscher Flieger", flat rate for students 1.030 Euro/person (7 nights with breakfast, costs for the course, for details see website)
- The flight school supports all interested parties in the organisation of overnight accommodation