Hang Glider FAQ
Frequently asked questions for my hang glider challenge
Is this Safe?
Hang gliding as with other forms of aviation does have its dangers, but the hang glider itself is very safe, and combined with proper training, the sport can be very safe. Shola has spent over £2500 of his personal money getting the required CAA certified training not only to make sure he remains safe, but also to improve his chances of completing the challenge successfully.
Are you Insured?
As a flying member (22858) of the British Hang Gliding and Paragliding Association (www.bhpa.co.uk), Shola is covered by a policy that gives £2m 3rd party liability cover against damage to individuals or property while flying a hang glider in the UK.
Who else is involved?
While Shola is currently planning to be flying alone, he will be having a ground based support team comprising of experienced hang glider pilots who will be supporting and advising him during the challenge.
What is the route?
The proposed route is not currently finalised, but Shola will be flying in un-controlled airspace normally used by General Aviation (GA) enthusiasts.
Is this challenge feasible?
While this has never been done before in a hang glider, it has been done in a paraglider (http://www.flight.firstnet.co.uk/). A hang glider has better performance so it is equally feasible, though the sport is very dependent on weather, and with safety in mind, there is always a chance that the whole route might not be covered.
Is this Safe?
Hang gliding as with other forms of aviation does have its dangers, but the hang glider itself is very safe, and combined with proper training, the sport can be very safe. Shola has spent over £2500 of his personal money getting the required CAA certified training not only to make sure he remains safe, but also to improve his chances of completing the challenge successfully.
Are you Insured?
As a flying member (22858) of the British Hang Gliding and Paragliding Association (www.bhpa.co.uk), Shola is covered by a policy that gives £2m 3rd party liability cover against damage to individuals or property while flying a hang glider in the UK.
Who else is involved?
While Shola is currently planning to be flying alone, he will be having a ground based support team comprising of experienced hang glider pilots who will be supporting and advising him during the challenge.
What is the route?
The proposed route is not currently finalised, but Shola will be flying in un-controlled airspace normally used by General Aviation (GA) enthusiasts.
Is this challenge feasible?
While this has never been done before in a hang glider, it has been done in a paraglider (http://www.flight.firstnet.co.uk/). A hang glider has better performance so it is equally feasible, though the sport is very dependent on weather, and with safety in mind, there is always a chance that the whole route might not be covered.
posted by Shola at 4:40 PM
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