XC camp

Cross-country course aiming at 100 km (Échappées d'Ailes)

The highest cross-country level at Échappées d'Ailes, for pilots who have already flown over 50 km several times. Each day brings a different route in Savoie, Haute-Savoie or Isère, or in the Southern Alps on late-summer editions, and, conditions permitting, the goal is to pass the 100 km mark. The programme covers morning and evening weather analysis, route planning with maps and an XC planner, group-flying strategy, flying faster with rear-riser and weight-shift steering, choosing lines and positioning relative to clouds and terrain, track analysis, and the mental balance between commitment and comfort zone. The instructor flies with the group and a retrieve vehicle is provided.

Program on organizer website

Dates

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Who the program is for

Several flights over 50 km and Brevet de pilote confirmé (BPC) level. Own recent or serviced equipment, glider at least EN B+, valid FFVL licence.

Requirements on organizer website

Verified October 30, 2026

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