Paragliding in Pune

The place where I stay overlooks the Pune Aero Club and everyday I see para glider flying off. I had heard that it was open to public on weekends; a friend of mine had already been there and had taken a ride. So with Decided to try it out.

My roomie got up early and got us registered.
Despite which our turn came only at 3.30.As the one persom who had come before us registered for about 15 to 20 people!!
There are about 3 glider there and each take a turn to fly the passengers.



The glider is launched via a diesel powered winch. at the far end of the ground. You climb in and the pilot straps you in the cockpit behind the pilots seat.





How to go about it

Got to the club around 8.30 get yourself registered and anyone else who would want to join (One person and register many) Go early, you may have to wait
The flying starts around 9:30. There is a person who has the roster, and he will direct you. Climb in and the pilot will strap you in and the ride is on. It lasts around 3-5 mins depending on the no of people in queue

Once the ride is over you will have to pay and it's pretty cheap at 187Rs a round.