Assess Baseline
30 minutesEvaluate your current level in cross country flight.
Field context
This workflow is part of 4 niche fields
Complete guide for cross country flight — step-by-step workflow, tools, checklist, and expert tips to get started.
Evaluate your current level in cross country flight.
Plan your approach to cross country flight plan.
Follow the plan step by step and record results.
Compare planned vs actual outcomes and adjust.
Primary planning tool for cross country flight.
Measure results and track improvement.
Secondary reference for planning and comparison.
Training intensity guidance.
Key benchmarks and reference data for paragliding.
| Level | Focus | Target |
|---|---|---|
| Beginner | Fundamentals | Consistent form |
| Intermediate | Refinement | Track metrics weekly |
| Advanced | Performance | Competition-ready |
Enter thermals in the same direction as established pilots — counter-rotation causes collapse.
Reassess landing fields continuously during cross-country flights.
Tell someone your route and expected landing time before XC attempts.