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How to become a ‘good pilot’

What does being a “good pilot” mean? Regular columnist Théo de Blic shares his wisdom, and it starts with getting in plenty of airtime
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The five senses of thermalling. Photo: Nicolas Cochet

Fundamentals: The five senses of thermalling

Mathilde Chivet explains why – and how – good pilots use all their senses to get the most out of every thermal
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How do you stay safe while stretching your wings? Tenerife paragliding guide Oana Matei explains

‘Progress has a pace’

How do you stay safe while stretching your wings? Tenerife paragliding guide Oana Matei on how to build hours, safely
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Paraglider launching under instruction

Progression: The Ultimate Guide

Getting your paragliding licence is one thing, learning to become an autonomous and safe pilot is another – and takes a lot longer
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Foot-skimming at sunrise

The ‘100-hour pilot’ syndrome

The Dunning-Kruger effect is where people overestimate their abilities. In paramotoring we call it the '100-hour pilot' syndrome
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Make safe progress

“It’s a knife fight”

Discover veteran pilot Will Gadd's approach to paragliding safety. Learn how flying well can help you avoid common hazards and keep you safe.
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Fred Souchon demonstrates his lollipop trick before launching his paraglider in the Chamonix Valley. Photo: Jake Holland

Fred’s Tips and Tricks: Hike and Fly Mountaineering

Chamonix mountain guide Fred Souchon explains how to launch a paraglider safely and well in the high mountains
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Fly like a bird by the NZHGPA

Fly like a bird (but think like a pilot)

"Fly like a bird – think like a pilot" – a campaign in New Zealand encourages free flight pilots to adopt a more safety-conscious approach
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A busy day in the Alps on Puretrack

Masterclass: Puretrack with Tim Bromhead

Puretrack is a new map app that put all the trackers in one place. In this 45-minute Masterclass eveloper Tim Bromhead explains how to use it
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Watch: Joy and frustration in the Brazilian flats

Joanna Di Grigoli shares the joys and frustration of flying in the flatlands of north-eastern Brazil
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