Courses for professionals

Tandem pilot course

Learn to fly a tandem to fly your friends, or become a professional commercial APPI-rated tandem pilot.

Course resume

 

This course is made to become an APPI-rated tandem pilot. Non-commercial or commercial. You will get all the necessary practical and theoretical knowledge to do safe and fun tandem lights 

You will learn

  • Preparing and chequing the equipment
  • Understanding important parts of the equipment
  • Importance of briefing
  • Front launch tandem technique
  • Reverse launching technique
  • Passenger management
  • Landing technique with a tandem
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Theory: Design and Materials, Aerodynamics, Meteorology, Paragliding technique of flight, Flight Rules, Dangerous Situations, Analysis

Requirements

  • A5 advanced pilot level or equivalent
  • APPI SIV Advanced course
  • At least 100h of flight time
  • Perfect launching technique in solo
Trans Alps Adventure
    Detailed information

    Learn to fly tandem and share the magic of flight with your friends or clients

    We follow APPI learning process.

    Course includes

    • APPI paragliding course

      with a fluent English.

    • Experienced instructors and assistants
    • Theory and post-flight sessions 

      (Introduction, Design, and Materials, Tandem specific topics, Aerodynamics,  Paragliding technique of flight, Flight Rules and Obligations, Dangerous Situations, Analysis)

    • 2-3 days of ground handling practice

      Learning how to front launch and manage your paraglider

    • 10 flights with the instructor

      Completing a total of at least 10 flights as a passenger and pilot. 

    • Equipment rent for 10 flights

      Completing a total of at least 10 flights as a passenger and pilot. 

    • Use of all of the equipment necessary

      You will learn how to use different tandem equipment, different setups, and different wing load

    • Training material
    • The local shuttle ride to the flying sites

      (takeoff and landing). You won't be using your car.

    • A total of 7 to 9 days
    • Preparation for the final exam

     

    Course does not include

    • Practical exam

      The practical exam is not included in the price of the course, as you are free to take the exam with any master around the globe.

    • Accommodation

      But we can help you find something that fits your needs.

    • Insurance

      Our courses are done with the highest focus on safety, but if you want to come insured, you are welcome.

    • Food and drinks
    • Club Penon year membership fee
    • Transportation to and back Mexico City - Valle de Bravo

      Can be arranged, but it is cheaper to take UBER, than we picking you up at the airport.

     

    To become rated APPI TANDEM NON-COMMERCIAL PILOT you need

    • 50 flights logged

      Equipment for these 50 flights is not included in the course price. We definitely recommend buying your own equipment. 

    • Passed practical exam in front of two Masters

      Before you need to have A5 Advanced pilot rating

    • Pass theoretical exam for tandem pilot

      Tandem pilot exam, APPI System Exam

    • Valid APPI membership

      Payed annual membership

    • Proof of First Air Course

      Certificate is required

    • Written briefing

      You will learn this on the course

    • Glider trim

      A proof of glider airworthiness 

    Master 'N Chief Instructor

    School owner

    "Dedication, professionalism, competence, passion, knowledge, progress, guidance, safety, and fun is my motto when I teach you how to fly. Our happy students are our best advertising."

    Marko Hrgetic, APPI Master instructor #14372
    SIV and XC Certified APPI instructor
    APPI Pedagogical comity
    APPI Representative Mexico
    X-Alps 2019 Athlete

    More than 1000 students in the various courses.

    15 years of experience

    About me

     
    Become a PRO
     

     

    To become rated APPI TANDEM COMMERCIAL PILOT you need

    • 100 flights logged

      Equipment for these 100 flights is not included in the course price. We definitely recommend buying your own equipment. 

    • Passed practical exam in front of two Masters

      Standard APPI Tandem test.

    • Pass theoretical exam for tandem pilot

      Tandem pilot exam, APPI System Exam

    • Valid APPI membership

      Payed annual membership

    • Proof of First Air Course

      Certificate is required

    • Written briefing

      You will learn this on the course

    • Glider trim

      A proof of glider airworthiness 

    Useful Information

    Tips & Resources

    What kind of weather to expect

    There is no like Valle de Bravo weather. Incredible 360 flyable days per year! IT IS JUST CRAZY GOOD!

    We never cancel courses due to bad weather. There is NO bad weather in Valle de Bravo. When you book your course you can bet you will finish your training as scheduled. It really sucks when you travel to learn, and spend money, and then the weather messes it up. 

    In the dry season, November to May, we fly from early morning till the evening, and in the rainy season May to October, we fly from early morning till early afternoon.

    The daily temperature throughout the year is 20-33 C. Winter nights can be cold.

    Daily schedule

    During the course, we try to teach you as much as you can absorb. The day is divided into practical parts and theoretical lessons. We leave early morning, in general 8 AM, and in the dry season, we come back at 8 PM. In the rainy season, we come back at 5 PM. We make a break for lunch and rest.

    Necessary Gear or Clothes

    Long sleeves for practice on the ground are good to have. Sun can be strong, so Sun's cream is a good choice. 

    For flying is good to have a windstopper jacket and if you have light gloves, take them. If you have your own helmet, bring it. Sunglasses are preferable to have due to wind and Sun.

    If you have high shoes or boots, bring them. It is good to protect your ankles while we practice. Not obligatory.

    If you have GoPro or camera, you can bring it.

    You will not need a car, so don't rent. It is a waste of money.

    IMPORTANT

    We will not accept any person that:

    • has medical issues that can put him at any risk
    • people that use drugs on a regular basis
    • people that are under influence of alcohol
    • does not respect other people
    Useful Information

    Join hundreds of our happy students,
    and sign up to our next course.
    This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

    Do you want special dates for you and your group? If you are 4 or more, we can always give you the dates you want.

    Tandem course

    No events found

    The gear

    Buy your own equipment

    In our school, you can buy new equipment at excellent prices. We will teach you how to choose the best gear for you.

    Check what we offer here

     

     

     

    Tour and Stopovers

    Newsletter

    Our website is still under construction, so some parts are still not finished completely or the info is not complete.

    Follow us

     

     

    Payments

    PngItem 2918799

    btc