thermalling
Thermalling certification means that the pilot has flown in mountainous areas, involving flight in thermal conditions.
Prerequisites
To enroll in APPI thermalling course, an individual must be certified APPI 2 progress, or be holder of a rating equivalent to FAI IPPI 2. Have the minimum age in accordance with local rules (Federation/ Civil Aviation/ Army, etc), and have the authorization of a parent/guardian if of minor age.
Training
Knowledge of how to analyse the moutain environment : topography and breezes. Piloting abilities including pitch and collapse control. Master U-shape approach.
Qualification
To validate APPI 2 Explore pilot qualification, the student must: Have attended a minimum 10 days course in total with a certified instructor. Have Completed the theoretical exam, ground handling and practical tasks described in the APPI logbook in the APPI 2 adventure pilot section. Have logged a minimum of 10 high flights under instructor’s supervision (signed in the logbook).
Certification
APPI 2 rating is issued by an APPI profesional owner of at least APPI instructor rating, status "in progress"
Prerogatives
APPI 2 Explore pilots may only fly under instructor supervision with radio. During high flights must carry certified parachute.
APPI Rules
APPI certification is internal & does not grant rights unless recognized by local aviation authorities. Verify with them.
FAI Infos
In NAC recognized countries, the FAI IPPI 2 stamp will appear on the pilot’s APPI license automatically.