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‘YouFly’ Tutorial Demo
A manual that allows you to discover the online and in-flight training programme!
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Equipment
This topic provides you with basic information on preparing and using paragliding equipment.
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The takeoff
Discover how to adapt to different wind conditions and take-off techniques.
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The landing
Landings are performed gradually without guidance or radio communication, or in more challenging situations.
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In-flight exercises
The exercises are becoming more complex: it is very important that you know exactly the movements you need to execute before performing them.
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Quiz
Various quizzes allow students to enrich their knowledge in the domain of paragliding.
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YouFly demo

Landing with a slight tailwind

Sometimes the wind changes during the landing pattern and it becomes mandatory to land with a slight tailwind. Changing the landing direction at the last moment can be dangerous as it may cause a collision with another pilot or force you to make a sharp turn close to the ground. Landing with a slight tailwind is perfectly safe, as long as it is not too strong.

There are a few things to consider in order to land smoothly in the desired area:

→ When you start the final phase, you will cover a long distance because the wind will be pushing you from behind. It is therefore important to…

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Key points:

1 Prévois une longue finale.

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Objective: I am able to land with a slight tailwind on both of my feet.