Paragraph 8: Free-fall activities in wind tunnels

For freefall in wind tunnels, the age, weight and height limits of the participants are defined by the operator of the establishment according to the characteristics of the machine. However, the age of the participant may not be less than five years. Before starting the activity, the operator of the establishment must inform the participants of any medical conditions that may present contraindications. Minors must be able to show proof…

The organisation of flying sessions is adapted to the nature of the training, the level and the number of participants. 1° For all types of activity, an operator must be present outside the air stream; 2° For all types of activity, an instructor must be present in the air stream, at the entrance to the air stream or nearby to allow immediate intervention; 3° An instructor must be present in…

Autonomous pilots must have demonstrated the following skills: -be able to control the entry and exit of the airflow; mastery of stability on the yaw and roll axes; – mastery of front, rear and side slips -be able to control front, rear and side skids; -be able to control rotation around the yaw axis; -master height variations; -be able to control the return to the ground.

Autonomy is attested by a certificate issued by an instructor, bearing the date and the full name of the participant. This certificate also includes the instructor’s surname, first name, qualifications and signature. A logbook is kept to record the level of practice and techniques mastered.