Unassisted solo take off and landing




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The Bir Flying Experience
Bir Paragliding Landing Zone, Chogan Bhattu Link Road, Tibetan Colony, Baadi, Keori, Baijnath, Kangra, Himachal Pradesh, 176077, India | Bir, Himachal Pradesh
About this event
# **The Bir Flying Experience: Own the Sky** ### *12 Days of High-Volume Training for Total Solo Mastery*
The Package
A 12-day commitment to skill, residency, and the soul of the valley.
- Professional P1 + P2 Training
- Unassisted solo take off and landing
- All Paragliding Equipment & Safety Gear
- Unlimited flights till you master solo flying
- 12-Night stay in Bir (sharing - dorm)
- Daily Breakfast
- High-Altitude Camping in Billing
- All Internal Transport (Take-off site & Treks)
- Free HD Photos & Professional Media
- Guided Treks & Gunehar Waterfall Hike
- Local Experiences (E-cycle Tours & River Dips)
- Graduation Dinner & Certification
What’s Not Included
To keep things transparent, here is what you’ll need to manage on your own:
- Travel to Bir: Transportation from your home city to Bir and back.
- Daily Lunch & Dinner: Except for the Welcome and Graduation dinners. Bir has a massive cafe culture and food scene; we want you to have the freedom to explore the local flavors rather than being limited to a fixed menu.
- Personal Gear: Weather-appropriate clothing (windcheaters/jackets), sturdy ankle-support shoes, and sun protection.
- Personal Expenses: Any snacks, laundry, or extra activities outside the itinerary.
The 12-Day Journey
Day 0: Arrival & Welcome
Check-in followed by gear orientation and a technical walkthrough.
- Highlight: Welcome Dinner to meet the instructors and your fellow pilots.
Day 1 – 4: Mastering the Wing
Focusing on Ground Training (GT). Master wing control on the field until it becomes second nature.
- Highlight: Recovery session at Suja River and a visit to Sherbaling Monastery.
Day 5 – 9: Taking to the Air
Transition to solo flights. Aim for 10+ flights as you move from radio-guidance to independent decision-making.
- Highlight: Village E-cycle tours and a guided trek to the hidden Gunehar Waterfall.
Day 10 – 11: The Ridge Residency
Move up to 8,000ft for a two-night high-altitude camping experience at the Billing takeoff site.
- Highlight: Mountain survival skills and sunset bonfire debriefs on the ridge.
Day 12: Graduation Flight
Perform your final unassisted graduation flight from Billing back down to the Bir landing site.
- Highlight: Graduation Dinner to celebrate your entry into the world of solo pilots.
Note: This itinerary is subject to change based on weather conditions. Safety is our absolute priority.
The Pilot’s Code
Peak Clarity: Strictly No Alcohol for 12 days. We prioritize safety and split-second judgment.
Physical Grit: Ground training is an endurance effort. Come prepared to move and sweat.
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Bir Paragliding Landing Zone
Bir Paragliding Landing Zone, Chogan Bhattu Link Road, Tibetan Colony, Baadi, Keori, Baijnath, Kangra, Himachal Pradesh, 176077, India
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The Bir Flying Experience
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# **The Bir Flying Experience: Own the Sky** ### *12 Days of High-Volume Training for Total Solo Mastery*
Highlights
Professional P1 + P2 Training
All Paragliding Equipment & Safety Gear
Unlimited flights till you master solo flying
12-Night stay in Bir (sharing - dorm)
Overview
The Package
A 12-day commitment to skill, residency, and the soul of the valley.
- Professional P1 + P2 Training
- Unassisted solo take off and landing
- All Paragliding Equipment & Safety Gear
- Unlimited flights till you master solo flying
- 12-Night stay in Bir (sharing - dorm)
- Daily Breakfast
- High-Altitude Camping in Billing
- All Internal Transport (Take-off site & Treks)
- Free HD Photos & Professional Media
- Guided Treks & Gunehar Waterfall Hike
- Local Experiences (E-cycle Tours & River Dips)
- Graduation Dinner & Certification
What’s Not Included
To keep things transparent, here is what you’ll need to manage on your own:
- Travel to Bir: Transportation from your home city to Bir and back.
- Daily Lunch & Dinner: Except for the Welcome and Graduation dinners. Bir has a massive cafe culture and food scene; we want you to have the freedom to explore the local flavors rather than being limited to a fixed menu.
- Personal Gear: Weather-appropriate clothing (windcheaters/jackets), sturdy ankle-support shoes, and sun protection.
- Personal Expenses: Any snacks, laundry, or extra activities outside the itinerary.
The 12-Day Journey
Day 0: Arrival & Welcome
Check-in followed by gear orientation and a technical walkthrough.
- Highlight: Welcome Dinner to meet the instructors and your fellow pilots.
Day 1 – 4: Mastering the Wing
Focusing on Ground Training (GT). Master wing control on the field until it becomes second nature.
- Highlight: Recovery session at Suja River and a visit to Sherbaling Monastery.
Day 5 – 9: Taking to the Air
Transition to solo flights. Aim for 10+ flights as you move from radio-guidance to independent decision-making.
- Highlight: Village E-cycle tours and a guided trek to the hidden Gunehar Waterfall.
Day 10 – 11: The Ridge Residency
Move up to 8,000ft for a two-night high-altitude camping experience at the Billing takeoff site.
- Highlight: Mountain survival skills and sunset bonfire debriefs on the ridge.
Day 12: Graduation Flight
Perform your final unassisted graduation flight from Billing back down to the Bir landing site.
- Highlight: Graduation Dinner to celebrate your entry into the world of solo pilots.
Note: This itinerary is subject to change based on weather conditions. Safety is our absolute priority.
The Pilot’s Code
Peak Clarity: Strictly No Alcohol for 12 days. We prioritize safety and split-second judgment.
Physical Grit: Ground training is an endurance effort. Come prepared to move and sweat.
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