Pilot Certifications

Our pilots hold the highest international paragliding certifications.

What Certification Do Our Pilots Hold?

All our pilots are certified by SHGM (Sivil Havacılık Genel Müdürlüğü), the Turkish Civil Aviation Authority — a legal requirement to operate commercial tandem flights in Turkey. In addition, our senior pilots hold ratings from BHPA (British Hang Gliding and Paragliding Association) or the German DHV, the two most respected international paragliding bodies.

What Does It Take to Earn These Ratings?

BHPA and DHV ratings require written examinations, practical flight assessments, and ongoing continuing education — they aren't a one-time qualification. All pilots also hold current First Aid certification and complete biannual refresher courses, with emergency procedures practised regularly at the launch and landing zones.

How Much Experience Do Our Pilots Have?

Our tandem pilots have a combined total of over 200,000 tandem flights. The most experienced members of our team have been flying from Babadağ since the late 1990s.

FAQ – Pilot Certifications

Is SHGM certification legally required?

Yes — it's the Turkish Civil Aviation Authority licence required to operate commercial tandem paragliding flights in Turkey.

What is BHPA or DHV certification?

International paragliding qualifications from the UK and Germany respectively — widely regarded as the two most respected bodies globally, requiring exams, flight assessments and continuing education.

How experienced are your pilots?

Our team has a combined total of over 200,000 tandem flights, with our most experienced pilots flying from Babadağ since the late 1990s.

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