Organisation profile

SkyNomad

• School

SkyNomad is based in Sopot, Bulgaria, and teaches both beginners and pilots with previous experience. Its FAQ says there are usually no more than three students per instructor; no aviation experience is needed for the beginner course. The published beginner programme spans six days, progressing from ground handling and short training-hill flights to high mountain flights. Theory includes aerodynamics, meteorology and rules of the air. The school notes repeated uphill walks carrying equipment; weather and individual progress influence the pace.

The six-day Active Flying course develops active piloting under radio supervision. It starts with a demonstration flight so the instructor can focus subsequent teaching. Published entry criteria include unassisted launches and landings, weather assessment and at least 35 flights, including five high flights.

Cross-country training combines radio guidance, flying alongside an instructor and an optional tandem cross-country flight. It addresses thermalling, planning, decision-making and post-flight analysis. The FAQ also lists SIV and requires students to demonstrate existing skills before advanced training.