Glider Training
Gain expertise in glider performance, thermalling techniques, and emergency responses through practical scenario training. Develop strong in-flight decision skills, safe off-field landing capabilities, and advanced soaring proficiency designed for aviation experts. The program emphasises weather interpretation, flight planning, and refining personal minimums for confident cross-country flights.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
This course offers a practical guide to safer and more confident glider soaring. You will learn pre-flight planning, analysing local weather, and calculating glide ratio, speed-to-fly, and return height. It covers thermal detection, centering, cross-country methods, emergency procedures, off-field landings, human factors, and post-flight analysis to improve decision-making and personal safety standards.
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Develop skills
- Master thermals by detecting, centering, and exiting lift effectively for cross-country flights.
- Calculate glide performance including safe distances, optimal speeds, and safety buffers for each flight.
- Prepare for emergencies with off-field landing strategies and safe handling of tow or lift failures.
- Soar intelligently by interpreting METARs, thermals, and local weather for superior climbs.
- Plan professionally by creating detailed flight plans and establishing personal safety limits.
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