Mandatory Kit List

• Glider
• Harness
• Reserve
• Helmet
• Repair Kit - Patches, Scissors, Lines
• Small medical kit
• Wind speed meter
• Boots - must have good ankle support
• Flying suit or wind proof jacket
• 2m radio, pouch to attach to shoulder strap or headset, and charger
• Mobile phone that can be used overseas
• Thin gloves
• Sun block
• Sun glasses
• Day sack - for food and drink - to stay in transport
• Credit card / loose change
• Water bottle or flexi flask

Documents

• Valid BHPA membership card with ratings
• Insurance policy
• Emergency contact details
  

Advisory Kit List

• Altimeter
• Vario
• Camel back
• Stuff sack

A pilot’s belt kit should include:

• Whistle – three blasts to indicate distress (six in the UK and Europe)
• Spool of dental floss – for lowering to the ground to pull a rope up if you crash into a tree
• Mini head torch 
• Mini multi-tool
• Compass
• Spare batteries
• High energy (adventure racing type) food
• Cling film sandwich wrap (half a roll length)
• Roller bandage
• Supply of essential regular personal medications
• ID/passport/cash/credit card/insurance documentation
• Pencil/paper