About Us
Adaptive Airtime Paragliding Association is a Canadian non‑profit organization dedicated to breaking down barriers and making the experience of free flight accessible to everyone.
Our mission is to provide the experience of paragliding to individuals facing mobility challenges, while promoting inclusivity and equal opportunity. We fly everyone—regardless of the additional time, equipment, or assistance required—at the same price as any regular tandem flight, and we sponsor participants at our cost, for those whom cost is a genuine barrier.
We welcome people with spinal cord and brain injuries, as well as all forms of mobility limitations and special needs. From youngsters to the elderly, we are committed to taking anyone soaring who dreams of flying.
We are a group of experienced, HPAC-certified Paragliding Instructors and Tandem pilots united by a single goal. Our lifelong passion for the sport of paragliding and its incredible worldwide community inspires us to share the joy of free flight with others.
From personal friendships to professional associations, we have joined the movement of the already well-established US non-profit group Project Airtime and its founder, Chris Santacroce, from Salt Lake City, Utah, USA.
Where We Fly
We take to the skies from vehicle accessible flying sites in Fraser Valley, about a hour and half drive from downtown Vancouver. Additionally, we can also arrange adaptive paragliding flights in Pemberton Valley and the BC Interior Okanagan region.
What We Offer
Introductory Adaptive Tandem Flights
Our adaptive tandem flights offer an unforgettable experience, soaring high above the valley and creating memories that last a lifetime.
Costs include transportation from the landing field up to the launch, preparation for flight, the flight, stipidends to volunteers who assist us, and of course the expensive gear that needs to be purchased and maintained.
See further NOTE below with more information
Cost: please enquire
(by filling out the form below)
Regular Foot-Launch Tandem Flights for a Support Person
We understand that most of our passengers rely on the support of family, friends, and caretakers, and we will provide one or two of these supportive folks the opportunity to experience free flight.
While not always possible, we strive to get both the adaptive flight and the foot-launch support person flying together.
Cost: Please enquire
(by filling out the form below)
Adaptive Flying Solo Pilot Lessons
For those who dream of enjoying the freedom of flying solo, we provide Adaptive Paragliding Flying introduction lessons as well as complete HPAC PG pilot certification courses.
Our teaching and training techniques are custom tailored to each participant's individual needs. Again, these lessons are at a discounted cost for adaptive solo pilots, per the NOTE below.
Cost: please enquire
(by filling out the form below)
Non-Adaptive
P1/P2 Solo Pilot HPAC Certification Course
Learn to fly with Adaptive Airtime Paragliding’s P1/P2 Solo Pilot Course, designed to help you exceed HPAC certification requirements with personalized instruction and top-tier equipment.
Over 10-12 days, you’ll complete 25+ supervised flights, ground school training, and an instructional tandem flight, gaining the skills to fly independently worldwide.
NOTES
Our rates for Adaptive flights and training are intentionally priced approximately 30% below standard market rates and are designed to cover direct operational expenses only. All proceeds go directly toward supporting our adaptive paragliding activities, equipment, and instruction. Pricing provided after contact form completed below.
We recognize that many of our participants face significant personal and financial challenges.
When cost is a barrier, please do not hesitate to let us know!
We are committed to supporting and sponsoring those who otherwise could not participate,
ensuring access to flight remains inclusive and equitable.
Weight Limit: due to the limitations of our equipment, we unfortunately cannot fly any guest that are over 180lbs.
We sincerely apologize for this restriction, and understand the disappointment this may cause.
Ready To Go?
Meet the Adaptive Airtime Team
Our dedicated flight coordinator, David, will contact you shortly after receiving your inquiry. If you have any questions about adaptive paragliding flights, David will have answers for you.
Personal Planning
With each booking, we follow up with detailed conversations to ensure we fully understand and accommodate individual special needs. If needed, we can also assist with travel and accommodation logistics.
Contact Form
BOOK YOUR FLIGHT
Whether you're ready to fly, or you have questions about the Adaptive Airtime experience, we're here to help you. Simply fill out the form below, and our team will get in touch with you shortly.
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How You Can Help
We’re always looking for people or organizations willing to volunteer their time, skills, or become sponsors. If you have a skill you think would be of service to the team, please email us at info@adaptiveairtime.com.
We're looking for individuals with expertise in partnerships, promotions, and fundraising, though all support is welcome.
About our fundraising: In order to adapt the sport of paragliding to be inclusive and accessible to everyone, we need financial help for provide our tandem pilots and solo students with specialized flying gear, lessons and transportation / access to our flying sites.