FAI Hang Gliding and Paragliding Commission (CIVL)

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; to fly cross country a IPPI Stage V is required. Occasional noncommercial tandem flyghts of foreign holiday guests with equivalent foreign tandem licences are allowed. Working as an instructor however is not allowed.

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, we can offer a third-party insurance.