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Paraglider Pilot Training Packages

These paraglider pilot training packages are great value for those pilots who are sure that paragliding is the sport for them. They include everything that you need to become a NZHGPA PG2 rated paraglider pilot and fly unsupervised in New Zealand except a variometer/altimeter.

The Training

  • Training to NZHGPA PG2 standard takes on average 10 flying days but actual learning time can take from 7 days upwards.
  • The NZHGPA issues the PG2 rating and membership to this organisation is mandatory under CAA regulations.

The Paragliders

We offer a range of gliders that will meet everyones needs:

GIN Bolero 111 GIN Bolero 4 - DHV 1 rated glider for those people that want a high level of safety or expect to fly only occasionally.
APCO Karma APCO Karma - DHV 1 rated glider with 300 hour warranty.
AXIS Pluto AXIS Pluto 2 - EN B rated glider.

The Harness

  • The Gin Gingo 11 harness is DHV certified, light, comfortable, precise and easy to fly.

Gingo paragliding harness

  • The APCO Edge - a classic harness with stylish design, total comfort, maximum security and loads of extras..

APCO Edge paragliding harness

The Helmet

  • We offer two ranges of full face paragliding helmet.

- APCO Cloudchaser

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- Charly Insider

 Insider

The Reserve Parachute

  • APCO's Mayday reserve parachute is designed with fast opening times in mind, two sizes available.

APCO Mayday reserve parachute

Please note the following:

  • You may elect to purchase a training package up to completing the PG1 rating.
  • Pilot training packages require a deposit of NZ$3000.
  • Other finance arrangements are available.
  • All equipment remains the property of Nimbus Paragliding Ltd until the completion of training.
  • Other gliders and harnesses are available by negotiation.
  • Please note that these prices apply only when purchasing a training package.
  • All prices in NZ dollars.

The Package

  • Paraglider - Gin Bolero 4, Axis Pluto 2 or APCO Karma
  • Gin Gingo 2 or APCO Edge harness
  • APCO Mayday Reserve parachute
  • Apco Cloudchaser or Charly Insider helmet
  • PG2 Paraglider Pilot Course

Other Options

We have a selection of high quality second hand paragliders and harnesses available and can make a package up to suit almost any budget.
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