Top Gun Flight School

At iParaglide Top Gun Flight School, we take pride in having taught over 1900 paragliding students in our 26 years of operation.

We are the the longest running school based in Metro Vancouver. Due to our central location, we are the only school that flies all of the relevant kiting parks, training hills and mountains within a 3 hour radius of Vancouver.  This empowers pilots to get to know the key training and flying spots early, optimizes and accelerates learning, and allows them to grow into great future pilots.  

We have the reputation of being an industry leader with an emphasis on engineered safety systems, quality instruction, the finest equipment and a positive learning environment for fun and empowering flying.

We offer the highest level of accreditation, with Senior HPAC and Advanced USHPA paragliding instructors, who coach from first flight to expert paraglider pilots and teach and qualify new paragliding instructors.

Top Gun References

We recently graduated a CF-18 Hornet Pilot from our Top Gun iP2 Novice Paragliding Pilot program.  Read about his impressions of iParaglide.

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iParaglide Location

Located at 962 - 51st Street Tsawwassen, near Vancouver, BC, Canada, for all your paragliding needs. We are ideally situated just minutes away from the finest training hill at Diefenbaker Park.

iParaglide Flying Sites

We are central to paragliding sites in the Vancouver, Chilliwack, Pemberton, Whistler, Bellingham and Seattle area so students enjoy maximum variety and we can work with weather to optimize selection of the best location each day.

Right Stuff Equipment

We regularly test fly the latest paragliding gear and select only the very finest for our iParaglide Right Stuff Paragliding Equipment Store. This ensures our paraglider pilots enjoy a state of the art performance and safety advantage to accelerate their learning curve.

Paragliding Webcams/Wind Stations

Vancouver Paragliding Webcams - get a view of cloud base to plan your paragliding cross country flight adventure.

Woodside Mtn Webcam

Woodside Wind Station

Bridal Webcam

Bridal Wind Station

Chilliwack Webcam

Hope Webcam 

Pemberton Webcam

Tsawwassen Webcam

Bellingham Bay Webcam

Tiger Mtn Webcam 

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3) Swing Connect Reverse 2 Paragliding Harness

  

A zero-pressure airbag and a sleek aerodynamic design: these are the most striking differences between the CONNECT REVERSE 2 paragliding harness and its predecessor models. The airbag takes shape by way of a steel spring, completely independent of airflow, guaranteeing maximum damping right from launch and ensuring the greatest possible dimensional stability even after years of use.

A specially shaped seat board, combined with optimised leg strap geometry, makes it easier for the pilot to get into the harness and, along with many other clever details, perfects the tried and tested system of Swing's convertible paragliding harnesses. The Alpine Back carrying system from backpack specialist Deuter® is of course used in the CONNECT REVERSE 2 as well, and this sets it apart from every other convertible harness on the market. In backpack mode, the crossed aluminium strips effectively transfer weight to the hip-belt wings, so the perceived weight is noticeably reduced and you’ll really enjoy the hike up to launch.

 

Once airborne, the CONNECT REVERSE 2 will wow you with its perfect balance between comfort and agility. The harness system with partly non-adjustable geometry ensures that the key settings don’t alter further during flight. Carefully selected, robust and high-quality materials complete the CONNECT REVERSE 2 and make it the number one choice for anyone looking for a durable and comfortable paragliding harness for extended hike & fly tours, travelling or simply for flying.

 

Harness features

  • airflow-independent airbag without air inlet (shape by way of steel spring)
  • specially shaped seat board for easy transition into flying position from launch and vice versa
  • right/left markings on the loops for the main carabiners – which in particular makes reverse clip-in easier
  • T-lock leg loops
  • magnetic holder for speed bar
  • integrated, size-adjustable reserve container under the seat
  • comfortable ergonomic back padding with mesh insert for improved ventilation
  • adjustable buckles on the straps for the sitting position, which stay in position
  • adjustable back rest angle
  • adjustable seat angle
  • markings for recommended standard pilot position
  • storage compartment for hydration bladder + drinking tube outlet
  • shoulder pocket with SOS emergency card
  • strap to attach a radio
  • two side pockets for flight accessories
  • alarm whistle on the chest strap
  • ball-bearing pulleys for speed system cord guide
  • set up for installation of a speed system
  • customisable: Quick-Out carabiners and steerable reserve can be installed

Backpack features

  • Alpine Back carrying system with detachable hip belt (see picture)
  • ample volume, even for large paragliders and helmet
  • U-shaped zipper for easier packing
  • attachment loops for optional helmet holder
  • loops on backpack base e.g. to attach a sleeping bag
  • side loops for trekking poles
  • two side pockets
  • top pocket with zip closure
  • stable compression straps with metal buckles
  • reflective strips for better visibility
  • alarm whistle on the chest strap
  • storage compartment for hydration bladder + drinking tube outlet 

Optional accessories

  • Deuter® rain protection cover
  • Deuter® cover for protection when travelling
  • Deuter® hydration system (3 litre)

 

Materials and specifications

  • lightweight and robust combination of materials (Cordura® and Babyrib)
  • weight 4.5 kg (size L)
  • stable plastic seat board

Safety and certification

  • airflow-independent airbag (integrated steel spring)
  • excellent damping values right from launch
  • Velcro-free rescue channel system
  • V-lines with integrated backup of the reserve/harness connection