The AirAddict ParaTreks are trips that involve hiking and flying. These trips are also known as Vol Biv. The expeditions include the disciplines of hiking and flying and are NON-competitive outings with the primary focuses being exploration and personal achievement. Pilots will need to be rated a minimum of P3 with significant experience in mountain thermal conditions and have at least an intermediate ability to hike in remote areas. Participants must be skilled with basic survival techniques, excellent judgment, a complete understanding of GPS and radio equipment and terrain maps. The ability to read a Sectional Map is strongly encouraged.

Next ParaTrek: Airaddict ParaTrek 2010

A ParaTrek includes a predetermined course that requires two or more days to complete. They can range from tens of miles to hundreds of miles and are usually scheduled in areas that have not been heavily flown. ParaTreks will not be planned over areas such as national or state parks or areas designated as wilderness, as well as any airspace that conflicts with FAR Part 103 regulations. All pilots are required to have complete knowledge of FAA regulation FAR Part 103 and adhere to it. A chase/support vehicle and driver is provided for retrieval, provisions, and emergency purposes. There will be absolutley no drinking or smoking allowed in the retrieve vehicle. The chase vehicle will carry water, a first aid kit, a base radio unit, basic camping supplies, and enough room for four pilots and all of their gear.

Minimum gear requirements:
Two meter radio
Cell phone
GPS
Servicable reserve/rescue parachute
Overnight season-appropriate camping gear
Paraglder's survival kit that includes:
Hook knife
Tree rescue kit
Signal mirror

Recommended gear:
SPOT device
Paraglider rated for good thermal performance
Vario

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