Advisory  Kit List

  • Altimeter
  • Vario
  • Airspeed Indicator
  • Camel back
  • Stuff sack


for example, if you are hanging in a tree. 

A pilot’s belt kit should include:

  • Cigarette lighter
  • Whistle – three blasts to indicate distress (six in the UK and Europe)
  • Small mirror – for signalling
  • 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
  • Mini pharmacy
  • Supply of essential regular personal medications
  • ID/passport/cash/credit card/insurance documentation
  • Hidden cash stash – money talks if you need help. US dollars are universally recognised
  • Pencil/paper 


Mandatory Kit ist

  • Glider
  • Harness
  • Emergency Parachute
  • Speed Bar
  • Radio
  • Repair Kit
  • Medical kit


Mandatory equipment


  • Glider
  • Harness
  • Reserve
  • Helmet
  • 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
  • Hook knife



Documents

Valid BHPA membership card with ratings

Insurance policy

Emergency contact details



Pre - Trip service glider inspection and parachute repack