Gliding Travel Insurance

If you plan to be Gliding (as a Pilot), you should have a Travel Insurance policy before leaving for your trip.

When getting Travel Insurance (Gliding), you can also select one or more of the following: 

• Gliding (Learning)
• Gliding (Passenger)

Unique to this policy, we cover Search and Rescue in the event of an accident or injury whilst taking part in Gliding.

To get a quote by telephone or email, contact us at 0800 043 0020 / 01273 092 757 support@jsinsurance.co.uk

• Summary of Cover
• Gliding
• Travelling and Gliding
• Pre-Existing Medical Conditions
• Useful Websites

*Excess payables vary depending on the claim benefit.

Please read the Policy Wording for the complete list of Benefits.

Healix Insurance Services Ltd, on behalf of Hamilton Insurance DAC, arranges this Travel Insurance policy for Jade Stanley Ltd. Healix Insurance Ltd is registered in England and Wales under No. 5484190 and authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority under No. 437248. Hamilton Insurance DAC is registered in Ireland No. 484148, authorised by the Central Bank of Ireland, and subject to limited regulation by the Financial Conduct Authority and Prudential Regulation Authority in connection with their UK branch. Jade Stanley Ltd is registered in England and Wales under No. 03570857 and authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority under No. 306205.

Gliding is the oldest form of Aviation; The Wright Brothers tried out different types of Gliders before completing their first flight (with a Glider).

Gliding is related to other air sports, such as Hang Gliding and Paragliding, because they all use gliders. This aircraft does not use an engine but depends on rising air currents and its superb aerodynamics.

Although Gliding is a non-motorised sport, flights can last several hours and cover hundreds of miles.

Skilled Pilots can use airlifts to gain altitude and prolong their flights. Some pilots may climb to 3,000 metres or more altitudes using thermal lifts. Three air currents can be used to glide: Ridge Lifts, Thermal Lifts, and Lee Waves.

While experienced Pilots can use one or a combination of those three air currents to stay in the air for many hours, the average gliding flight, especially on holidays, is much shorter than that.

Generally speaking, the sport's safety is directly influenced by the skill and sense of the Pilot.

A safe Pilot will not fly at sites that are too challenging for their skills and will not pass on days when the weather is turbulent.

• Find a Gliding Location. Gliding clubs and schools are worldwide so that you will find one near your travel destination. Many popular tourist destinations also offer gliding experiences, allowing visitors to see the sights from a unique perspective.
• Get a Gliding Lesson. You must take a lesson with a qualified instructor if you have never glided. This will teach you the basics of flying a glider and finding and using thermal currents to stay aloft.
• Go for a Tandem Flight. If you are not interested in getting your gliding lesson, you can still experience the thrill of Gliding by going on a tandem flight with a qualified instructor. This is a great way of seeing if you enjoy gliding before you commit to taking lessons.
• Join a Gliding Tour. Some gliding clubs and schools offer tours that take you on scenic flights over the local area. This is a great way to see the sights from a birds-eye view and experience the feeling of soaring through the air.

Gliding is a truly unique and unforgettable experience. It is a way to see the world from a different perspective and to challenge yourself. 

We can provide you with a policy if you have pre-existing medical conditions and plan to participate in gliders. 

Our provider (Adventures) can offer travel insurance, including Gliding if you have a pre-existing medical condition.

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