SAFA Skysailor Magazine

Natalia: As a generally nervous and anxious pilot, I was terrified to finally undertake an SIV course. However, I knew that in order to be a safe and capable pilot, I needed to un- dertake one. It turned out to be truly the best thing I have done for me and my flying since I received my paragliding pilot’s licence three years ago. Not only did I progressively learn how to manage and control my wing through various manoeuvres, but I also was able to learn how to negotiate the most common emergency situations faced in paragliding. I was able to learn, and make mistakes in a safe environment with the expertise of our instructors and the supporting crew who were fantastic. Beyond flying, this course was a life chang- ing experience that helped me face my fears safely, gave me the skills and confidence to negotiate situations that we hope as pilots we never have to face, and inspired me to continue to push myself softly and gently beyond my comfort zone to become a safer, more competent and more confident pilot and woman more generally.” Women With Wings do SIV