Frequently asked questions about organization and procedure
In case of bad weather or too much wind, the tandem flight will be cancelled and rescheduled. Safety is our top priority. We will contact you by the day before at the latest (8:00 PM) via email, SMS, or phone if the flight cannot take place.
If you don't hear from us, the
In most cases, we take a cable car and walk a few steps to the launch site. Some launch sites can be reached by bus or car.
We are happy to arrange flights for multiple people. Please let us know if you want to take off at the same time. The larger the group, the earlier we need your booking. We can launch with up to about 5 gliders simultaneously, depending on the flying site and weather conditions.
If you'd like, your tandem pilot can take pictures and videos using a wide-angle GoPro camera. You don't need to bring your own camera. Please note that we cannot assume any liability if your camera gets lost or damaged during the flight.
The minimum weight is 25 kg, and the maximum weight is 110 kg. Please let us know if you want to book a flight for your child so we can prepare the right equipment.
Our tandem pilots bring a wealth of experience from both solo and tandem flying. We fly very often and in a wide range of weather conditions. Plus, we are all locals and know the Bernese Oberland inside out.
Safety is our top priority, we don't compromise and therefore sometimes decide
We fly all year round (even in winter), but strictly only when conditions allow for a safe flight.
The sun doesn't necessarily have to be shining, and we also fly under overcast skies. The wind must not be too strong and needs to come from the right direction. Our tandem pilots know when it
As soon as we have received your order, we will contact you personally by e-mail or phone. You can pay the tandem flight in cash at the start of the flight, by direct bank transfer (please bring payment confirmation) or by payment slip to our account.
If you want to give the flight as a voucher, please transfer the invoice amount to
This is often a key question, and there's no simple one-size-fits-all answer. Flight times range from 15 to 45 minutes, depending on thermals, wind, and how the passenger is feeling. However, pure flight time isn't the only thing that makes the experience amazing.
Many passengers get
It's best for your family, friends, or guests to wait at the landing site of the respective flying location. From the landing site, you can usually watch the entire flight and welcome the passenger right after landing. The whole experience takes about 1 to 1.5 hours (depending on the booked flight, see details there)
