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	Airplay Paragliding School and Paraglider Equipment
		A paraglider is controlled through weight shift and application of brakes which deform the back edge of the glider, there is a similar feeling of carving turns, but there's not as much speed and you're upright in a sitting position.
		Paragliders are regulated under the Federal Aviation Regulations Section 103 and therefore a license is not required to paraglide.
		In essence, paragliding is a self-regulated sport under the auspices of the United States Hang Gliding Association (USHGA) To keep it self-regulated, pilots and instructors alike adhere to the policies and guidelines of the USHGA.
	www.paraglide.com (2895 words)

	All About Paragliding > Frequently Asked Questions about getting started Paragliding
		Paragliders dynamically are closer akin to the wings of a 747 than to a parachute.
		The paraglider is a foot-launched device, so there is no "drouge" 'chute or "slider", and the construction is generally much lighter, as it doesn't have to withstand the sudden shock of opening at high velocities.
		In a parasail you're a passenger, in a paraglider you are a PILOT.
	www.all-about-paragliding.com /faq.htm (6432 words)

	Learn to Fly! Hang Glider and Paraglider Lessons
		Paragliding has arrived in the US from Europe where over 100,000 people are already enjoying this incredibly simple and safe form of flying.
		Paragliders combine the light weight and safety of sport parachutes with the convenience, low cost, and soaring capability of hang gliders.
		Paragliders are similar to hang gliders in that they are foot-launched and foot-landed.
	www.flyaboveall.com /paraglide.htm (1211 words)

	British Hang Gliding and Paragliding Association
		The British Hang Gliding and Paragliding Association oversees pilot and instructor training standards, provides technical support, such as airworthiness standards, runs coaching courses for pilots, and supports a network of recreational clubs and registered schools, providing the infrastructure within which UK hang gliding and paragliding thrive.
		Initial hang gliding or paragliding training must be undertaken at a BHPA registered school.
		Please be on the lookout for a stolen Red Niviuk paraglider, which went missing whilst Paul Cioffi was travelling by National Express from Heathrow to Totnes on the afternoon of Friday 26th October.
	www.bhpa.co.uk (980 words)

	Paragliding!!! This is an absolutely incredible sport!
		Paragliding is initially so simple that most new students fly within their first class.
		Paragliding harbors the unique quality of being all at once the most simple, yet most complicated thing you may ever experience.
		Although paragliding isn't for everyone, it is certainly possible for almost anyone with basic athletic ability to quickly enjoy flight at our magnificent training facility.
	www.eagleparagliding.com /paragliding.html (606 words)

	Airtime of San Francisco Paragliding - Paragliding School, Paragliding Lessons, Tandem Paragliding, Paragliding ...
		Learning to fly a paraglider is a life changing experience.
		Paragliding Instruction is done at several locations in San Mateo, Santa Clara as well as Mountain trips to flying sites near the Bay Area.
		There are paragliding photo galleries and videos that can help inspire you.
	www.paragliding-lessons.com (293 words)

	Paragliding lessons, buy used paragliders paramotor powered paraglider for sale, instruction, Hawaii, Achim Hagemann
		Paragliding can be very dangerous and you want to be in the most experienced hands as a student.
		Paragliding lands in skiing dominated Gulmarg to enthrall all
		The 7th Nepal Open paragliding competition kicked off Thursday in the tourist city of Pokhara, with an objective of assisting in the overall tourism industry of the country by attracting tourists through the medium of adventure sport.
	www.aircotec.net /paragliding.htm (1324 words)

	Eagle Paragliding School * Santa Barbara,CA * Instruction, Equipment, Tandem Flights
		Paragliding is the simplest form of human flight.
		Eagle Paragliding School specializes in the instruction of the beginner and intermediate pilot.
		The basic techniques of paragliding -- launching, turning, and landing -- are fairly easy to learn by the first day.
	eagleparagliding.com (222 words)

	Paragliding India
		If you need any help or information (about paragliding sites, where to stay, approximate expenses for stay and flying, flying weather etc.) please feel free to contact me at karamveer [at] yahoo.com and be assured of the reply asap.
		People who want to learn paragliding in India don't know which are the good paragliding schools near their area.
		Sign up for the paragliding India newsletter and remain informed with the things happening in the paragliding fields in India.
	www.paraglidinginindia.com (330 words)

	Discover Paragliding!
		Paragliding is the sport that can answer that question for you.
		Over the last fifteen years, paragliding has become the world's most popular and easiest to learn method of "sharing the air" with our feathered friends.
		Finally, with paragliding, you can make that dream come true for you too.
	www.discoverparagliding.com (130 words)

	Tandem Paragliding Flights and Lessons
		Tandem Paragliding is something that is impossible to describe with words.
		If you have interest in a full paragliding lesson program and learning to fly on your own, please go to my lessons page.
		If you are interested in learning to Paraglide, but have not yet fully decided to go for a complete program, a Tandem Flight is one of the best ways to assess this.
	paragliding-lessons.com /Tandem-Paragliding.htm (984 words)

	Paragliding Tales, When Pilots Write to Excite!
		Paragliding is a 'sensation sport' so much is made of how it feels, and the emotions experienced.
		Paragliding tales from beginners can also be found and of course make a good read for those who are just getting into the sport.
		Others are exclusive to paragliding since they involve heavy distortions of the flexible wing.
	www.paragliding-tales-and-reviews.com /paragliding-tales.html (922 words)

	Morningside Hang Gliding, Paragliding, Ultralight Flight Park
		Paragliding is a very pure and seductive method of personal flight.
		Industry professionals agree that PARAGLIDERS are the easiest aircraft to become airborne in yet require the greatest amount of judgement and skill to fly safely due to their being held inflated by the air that they fly through.
		Novice training is only the basic understanding of paraglider flight and how to proceed safely as a beginner pilot.
	www.flymorningside.com /paragliding.html (255 words)

	Paragliding in Oludeniz - Paragliding Holidays in Olu Deniz (Site not responding. Last check: )
		Oludeniz is one of the best places in Europe for paragliding hence in the last ten years the area became mecca for paragliders from all over the world.
		Paragliders from all nations come to Oludeniz for some of their best flights of life time- with turquoise blue waters, white strechs of beaches, several take off points at different heights and locations makes Oludeniz the ideal place for both novice and experienced pilots.
		It is fair to say that paragliding in Oludeniz became as famous as Oludeniz and especially with the annual Oludeniz Air Games Festival held in October every year in Oludeniz, this thrilling sport is sure to be tried and learned.
	www.oludenizbeach.com /paragliding.html (204 words)

	Paragliding Turkey
		If paragliding is just a part of your adventure we can arrange Scuba Diving, windsurfing and trips to the odd historical site or two.
		Relatively new in Turkey as a tourist sport solo paragliding in Olu Deniz is for qualified pilots only many of whom are now discovering this corner of the Mediterranean.
		A plastic or wooden seat, a combined air and foam back protection is used, with a polycarbate outer layer to protect against puncture and spread load across foam cells.
	www.enjoyturkey.com /Tours/Interest/Paragliding.htm (2330 words)

	Welcome to All About Paragliding
		Despite the relatively low risk involved with paragliding there still remains the possibility of serious injury if a pilot doesn't properly prepare and exercise good judgment.
		There are many great flying locations around the world to paraglide.
		Since you don't want to paraglide alone, there are organizations and clubs with many friendly people to assist you in your new sport and to fly with.
	www.all-about-paragliding.com (420 words)

	Paragliding in the Dominican Republic: Paragliding vacations and tours for paraglider pilots.
		Dominican Republic provides an assortment of paragliding sceneries, ranging from rough hardcore thermic conditions in the desert areas (Galván) to the mild and docile wide thermals of the higher valleys (Manaclita).
		Paragliding cross country potential is remarkable, as two of the longest paragliding flights made along the down-wind side of the Central Range from Azua (60 kms) and Las Agüitas (50 kms) will sooner or later be linked to make a 130 kms route… Not bad for a Caribbean island!
		Outstanding year-round paragliding conditions, worthy landscapes and an unlimited range of touring possibilities are waiting for you.
	www.caribbeanfreeflying.com /SV/index.html (1842 words)

	Amazon.com: Paragliding: The Complete Guide: Books: Noel Whittall (Site not responding. Last check: )
		Paragliding emerged as a sport in the early eighties after a few courageous pioneers leaped off the Alps using converted parachutes.
		Easier and more accessible than hang gliding due to its lightweight equipment, paragliding can be enjoyed by people of all ages and all over the world.
		the sport of paragliding is moving forward technology-wise and my only criticism would be that the book is dating quickly but I have just noticed that Noel Whittal has released an updated version of the book..it would be a good idea to get the latest version.
	www.amazon.com /Paragliding-Complete-Guide-Noel-Whittall/dp/1558216618 (1230 words)

	GravityDex: Gliding: Paragliding (Site not responding. Last check: )
		Paragliding Adventures - Paragliding Adventures is based one hour East of Los Angeles and specializes in tandem flights.
		Paragliding Centre of South East Queensland - Local school for Paragliding in Canungra, just one hour south of Brisbane and 50 minutes from Surfers Paradise.
		Paragliding Tales and Reviews - This site is a general resource for people interested in paragliding, at any level.
	gravitydex.com /Gliding/Paragliding (337 words)

	Paragliding: A Pilot's Training Manual
		Following the release of the greatly expanded seventh edition in 2004, Paragliding - A Pilot's Training Manual has become the complete resource of choice for both new students of paragliding and experienced pilots looking to expand their knowledge and understanding of this dynamic sport.
		Master pilot and paragliding instructor Rob McKenzie of High Adventure Hang Gliding and Paragliding has characterized it as “Probably about the simplest layout of the concepts of gliding flight ever written.
		The introductory section of the DVD is also a great way to introduce your friends and family to the great sport of paragliding.
	www.willswing.com /Accessories/pgtm.asp (718 words)

	Proflyght Paragliding School of Maui, Hawaii - USHGA Certified - paragliding video, paragliding movie, paragliding ...
		I never would have believed that paragliding could be so amazing and so peaceful.
		Paragliding is the newest and easiest way to enjoy the freedom of flight.
		You can experience this exhilarating form of aviation either as a Tandem paragliding experience (we fly you) or as a Solo Paragliding experience (you fly).
	www.paraglidehawaii.com (358 words)

	Blue Sky Paragliding, South Africa, Paraglide South Africa
		Tristam started flying in 1991 and owned 1 of the largest Paragliding Schools in South Africa, he instructed full-time in Paragliding, Powered Paragliding and Prara-Trikes.
		Our specialty and main areas of expertise are Paragliding, Powered Paragliding and Para-Trike instruction, plus a number of other Instruction Courses,
		Grab a drink and settle down, as this Website is not to be rushed.
	www.blusky.co.za (268 words)

	Northern Paragliding Online - Northern Paragliding Equipment Mail Order
		We are home to the one and only Paragliders Direct catalogue - 32 pages of juicy gear, with nearly every glider brand listed for comaparison, a sort of Which Glider.
		If you want to learn to fly in the UK or abroad, Sunsoar Paragliding, our partner training school offers the best tuition and training trips in the industry.
		Despite the website being our shop-front to most of the world, we are real people working in a real shop, so if you want to come and have a sit in a harness, try on a suit, test fly a glider or just browse with a mug of coffee, feel free.
	www.northern-paragliding.com (430 words)

	Alpine Paragliding Australia - paragliding licence courses in Bright, Victoria
		Alpine Paragliding has been operating now for fifteen years, we have introduced over three thousand people to the simple pleasures of paragliding.
		Being able to offer both practical and theory lessons in a relaxed and friendly environment ensures that all course participants achieve their own individual goals.
		Alpine Paragliding employs five of the most experienced instructors in the country.
	www.alpineparagliding.com (120 words)

	Paragliding Manufacturers from Paragliding.net
		Paragliding is a growing industry and we would like to keep as up to date as possible on all related matters worldwide.
		If you have any additional business oriented links on paragliding manufacturers, please contact Chamonix Networks so we can continue to improve the quality of our directory.
		A paragliding and kite manufacturer located on the shores of lake Annecy,France.
	www.paragliding.net /en/manufacturers/4 (127 words)

	Paragliding Adventure Sports & Travel Directory on Find My Adventure
		Paragliding is an effortless and awesome way to enjoy spectacular vistas over sea or surf.
		Click here to enter the air adventure community and discuss paragliding with other adventure seekers.
		Airplay programs have become the standards in the paragliding industry and the basis for the leading training manual, "The Art of Paragliding" and the paraglider video/dvd training series, "Starting Paragliding", " Weather to Fly", "The Art of Kiting", "Paraglider Towing" and "Lifting Air".
	www.findmyadventure.com /paragliding (371 words)

	Paragliding
		Physically, it is the least demanding of mountain sports, but it offers a sense of movement and exposure to rival alpine skiing and climbing.
		Paraglider pilots are an intensely social lot, yet flying itself is a solitary activity.
		Paragliding seems carefree at first glance, but in truth it is a judgment sport of the highest order.
	www.alpenglow.org /paragliding (84 words)

	Fly Above All Paragliding School - Learn to Fly a Paraglider in Santa Barbara, California - Paraglide and Hang Glide!
		Now you can discover the joy of free flight in a paraglider or hang glider.
		Think of your relationship with a paragliding school as a long-term relationship.
		Make sure the staff respects you and your time and are dedicated to giving you professional instruction and long-term support.
	www.flyaboveall.com (178 words)

	Paragliding in Israel (Site not responding. Last check: )
		There's nothing like climbing in silence all the way to cloudbase in the company of birds of prey or your fellow pilots.
		Paragliding is probably the purest form of free flight known to man. Israel is blessed with favorable soaring conditions almost year-round.
		Paragliding is addictive and habit forming - Ask any pilot around.
	www.paragliding.co.il /welcome_eng.html (83 words)

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