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Ava Sport have released two new harnesses, one for students and one for tandem pilots, both using their new generation back protection system (NG).

Austrian firm Flugsportservice have invented a keel hinge, to help stabilise a hang glider while you prepare it for flight on uneven ground or in strong winds.

Sup'Air have collaberated with Plusmax to create a ligtweight, EN 966-certified helmet, the Evolution, available in red or grey with Sup'Air graphics.

Gin have a new video, showing off their EN D competition wing, the Boomerang GTO.

Gin say their new EN / LTF C Tribe is for cross country pilots, and offers top performance with a a well-coordinated, homogeneous and secure feeling.

Nova have replaced the highly-acclaimed EN B Mentor with an all-new design, the Mentor 2.

This year the Kendal Mountain Festival in England's Lake District is to have a dedicated free-flight evening, so come along to socialise and enjoy the flying-related films and lectures.

Swedish doctor and hot air balloon pilot John Grubbström was elected the FAI's new president at the organisation's general conference in Dublin this month. He succeeds Pierre Portmann, who held the post for six years and has now been made 'President of honour'.

Michael Pohl and 18-year-old Christoph Bessei, were awarded iPod Touches from Austrian paraglider manufacturer Nova, who named them 'Pilots of the Year'.

Australian brothers Daniel and Nick Pierce climbed 5,800 m Mt Misti in Peru, and speedflew back down again on their Gin speed wings - in four minutes.