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Topic: Learning to Fly
Steps to become a pilot
The journey to becoming a safe and accomplished pilot is an individual one. There are many twists and turns along the way and no two pilots follow exactly the same path. But there are some typical steps new pilots progress through that help build ...
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How to choose an instructor
If you’ve read past the title of this article, then quite possibly you’re either considering getting into the sport of hang gliding or paragliding, have recently entered the sport or are looking to gain advanced knowledge in hang gliding.
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Continuing Education
Now that you have your Novice rating here are various ways to continue your free flight education.
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Advanced Certifications
Find--or become--an instructor, observer, examiner, or administrator.
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Thermaling in Mixed Company
How to thermal cooperatively, efficiently, and safely with pilots of all wing types
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Thermal Behavior
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Five Flight Parks: Major Players in Hang Gliding's Beginnings and Future
An overview of five main hang glider flight parks
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