Coming from a fighter flying background I know how important it is, as a pilot, to know what your glider can & can’t do, how far you can push it and how to recognise & recover from situations you may encounter during your XC & Acro flying. This is the course that will truly make you comfortable under your wing and give you real confidence in your ability to handle your glider well – your First Solo Flight.
– Avi Malik
- Duration: 4 Days
- Rating: APPI SIV Pilot
The SIV Sumulation d’Incident en Vol (Simulation of Incident in Flight) is primarily a Safety Training Course. This course is designed to know the glider’s limits and learn to avoid and recover from flight incidents. You will learn about your glider’s behaviour and how to give correct inputs in different unstable situations. It’s a progression for solo pilots on their way to becoming Advanced pilots. The aim of SIV is to teach you about the handling characteristics of your wing at the edges of its flight envelope. SIV Safety Clinic is designed to make you comfortable in the sky with your glider and confident in your ability to control your glider in demanding situations.
SIV gives you a better understanding, better instincts and freer mind to enjoy your flying and to go further in your game.
SIV Basic SIV Course (4 Days) :
Dive into the world of SIV paragliding with our comprehensive 4-day basic course. Under the guidance of our Licensed APPI Master Instructor, you’ll learn essential maneuvers and safety procedures, setting the foundation for your paragliding journey.
APPI Rating & Eligblity : Basic SIV
This course is given above water with appropriate safety equipment. The pilot explores his glider’s limits and learns how to avoid and recover from flight incidents. Also he will learn to improve his emotional control in emergency situations. SIV exercises : Pitch Control Big ears with speed bar Symmetric Collapse Asymmetric collapse, fly straight Spiral and progressive exit SIV exercises optional B line stall Roll with and without big ears Dynamic turn 180° turn in opposite side of the collapse Landing with rear riser.
Advanced SIV Course (4 Days) :
Ready to push the boundaries? Our 4-day advanced course is designed for pilots seeking to master complex maneuvers and enhance their flying skills. From stalls to spins, you’ll tackle challenging scenarios with confidence and precision.
APPI Rating & Eligiblity : Advanced SIV
This course is given above water with appropriate safety equipment. The pilot explores his glider’s limits and learns how to avoid and recover from flight incidents. Also he will learn to improve his emotional control in emergency situations. Advanced SIV: Full Stall Back Fly 90° spin Spin to Back fly Minimum speed Exit from auto-rotation Exit spiral dive (dynamic and progressive) Advanced optional 360° turns, flat to deep to flat Wing overs Collapses on speed bar Dynamic spin Reserve deployment Glider stabilization (avoid down plane effect) Ground handling : Back fly and spin on the ground.
About Avi Malik
APPI License n° 10135
Ex-Indian airforce fighter pilot, paragliding pioneer, co-Founder of Temple Pilots (Asia’s premier paragliding training centre) and has 32 years of aviation background. Avi’s flying Experience began with Sailplanes in the NDA (National Defence Academy) in 1989 and then with micro-light aircrafts to single-engine jet trainers to Supersonic Fighter aircrafts. His passion through the years has been to create a large community of safe and competent paragliding pilots and establish paragliding in our country to global standards. His core interest is to set International standards of Safety & Training to build a strong foundation in India.
Qualified APPI Master Instructor – a globally recognised License and only Licensed APPI1 Master Instructor in the country today.
Additional Paragliding Qualifications – SIV Instructor, XC (Cross Country) Instructor, Tandem Instructor, APPI Fly guide, Winch Instructor, APPI Group leader, Acro pilot, APPI PPG (Paramotoring) Instructor, Rescue Packer and First Aid Rescue Instructor.
THE COURSE COVERS
Ground School Training
1. Introductory Brief
2. Gear check and equipment settings
3. Personalized briefing and debriefing sessions
4. Advanced Simulator Training Sessions - In Flight Maneuvers
5. Video Training Films with Instructor
6. Flight mechanics, speed range, stability and instability of profile
7. Pitch control/Energy/Timing/Body position/Overreaction
8. Fast descent techniques
9. Mechanics of stall and spin
10. Reserve deployment process, opening situations & procedures
11. Stress and emotion management
12. Adrenaline rush, risk control, over / underconfidence
Flight Training
1. Full stall
2. Tailslide / Back fly
3. 90-degree spin
4. Spin to tail Slide
5. Minimum Speed
6. Exit from the autorotation
7. Exit Spiral dive (dynamic and progressive)
Optional Flight Training
1. Wing overs(Optional)
2. 360 degrees flat to deep to flat
3. Collapse on speed bar
4. Dynamic spin
5. Reserve deployment
6. Glider stabilization
7. Back fly on the ground
8. Spin on the ground
The course will be tailored to your individual needs, flying style and experience and the manoeuvres will be introduced progressively. The pace of the Course & the maneuvers will be decided depending on what you are comfortable with & what you need to learn, focus on & master. The four-day course will give you plenty of time to learn from other pilots and their flights, as well as your own.
We will not be ticking SIV Manoeuvres in the list but work on your personal progression as a pilot while focusing on the mental development aspect and making it a fun & enjoyable learning experience.
This course manoeuvres will be conducted above water, with a safety boat, by APPI Master Instructor Avi Malik who is a Qualified SIV Instructor.
To achieve APPI SIV Pilot license. Please read eligibility criteria of the course at Basic SIV Advanced SIV and consult your Instructor/Mentor regarding currency, competence & readiness to be part of this Course.
Eligibility : APPI 3 Pilot, 20+ Flying Hours,
Requirement : Own Glider with Harness + Reserve + Helmet + Walkie Talkie. Insurance & Fitness certificate.
Location : Bilaspur
Next Batch : October (To be Announced)
Fees : TBA
Please write to fly@templepilots.com for more info
We look forward to fulfilling your dream to fly,
We look forward to making this an experience of a lifetime,
We look forward to welcoming you to the wonderful world of free-flying,
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Why you should do SIV a Course?
SIV courses are valuable for enhancing piloting skills, mastering maneuvers, and improving safety awareness. If you’re actively working on advancing your skills or refining specific maneuvers, participating in SIV courses more frequently may be beneficial.
Beginners may benefit from participating in SIV courses less frequently initially, focusing on building a solid foundation of basic skills before progressing to more advanced maneuvers. Intermediate to advanced pilots who have already completed SIV training may choose to participate in refresher courses periodically to maintain and enhance their skills.
SIV courses involve practicing maneuvers that simulate potentially dangerous situations, such as stalls and collapses. It’s essential to strike a balance between gaining proficiency in handling these maneuvers and mitigating the associated risks. Participating in SIV courses too frequently without adequate skill development or supervision may increase the risk of accidents
Consider your individual goals and aspirations as a paraglider pilot. If you’re pursuing aerobatics or competition flying, participating in SIV courses more frequently may be necessary to stay competitive and maintain proficiency. On the other hand, if you primarily fly for recreational purposes, participating in SIV courses on an occasional basis may suffice.
