Hang Gliding and Paragliding

Hang Gliding and Paragliding within the Army is governed by The Army Hang Gliding and Paragliding Association (AHPA)

Membership of the AHPA gives members greater benefits the longer they remain a pilot.  Access to transport and training quickly pays back the joining fee and cheap equipment hire saves you having to spend a fortune at the outset of a flying career.  Progression through the sport, enables members to get more advanced training and competition entry fees paid for, and also opens the door to International Sports Tours and Expeditions.  In return, all members have to do is enjoy their flying!

Hang Gliding

Hang gliding, since its inception in the 1970s, has developed into a practical and relatively safe sport, using simple yet sophisticated gliders built of aluminium, carbon-fibre and high-tech sail fabrics.

Paragliding

Modern paragliders can be soared effortlessly on windward slopes and across country in good conditions.  A paraglider is more portable and a little easier to learn to fly than a hang glider.