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Is the IPPI Card accepted in your country ?

Yes, foreign, non Swiss resident pilots that have an IPPI-Card, Stage IV or V are allowed to fly occasionally in Switzerland hang gliders and paragliders. Flying tandem and working as an instructor however is not allowed. Note that to fly cross country a Stage 5 is required.

What is the minimum legal insurance coverage required in your country ?

There is a third-party insurance required, coverage one million Swiss Francs (Frs. 1'000'000)

What additional coverage does your country recommend (such as medical insurance, search and rescue etc...) ?

It is recommended to have such insurance.

Is your NAC prepared to provide a special insurance coverage for guest pilots who do not comply with your national law ?

Yes, if they become also member of the Swiss Hang Gliding and Paragliding Association, we can offer a third-party insurance.

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