An SIV course (Simulation d'Incident en Vol) means deliberately practising collapses, stalls and spins with an experienced SIV instructor guiding you by radio, over water, with a rescue boat standing by. Our SIV course in Oludeniz launches from Babadag and works over the bay below. Flying over water reduces the risk but does not remove it, which is why the boat is there on every flight.
Why Do SIV in Oludeniz?
Babadag's high takeoffs (roughly 1,700 to 1,960 m) sit very close to the sea, so every flight gives plenty of height for manoeuvres. Calm water makes it easy for the rescue boat to reach you fast. That is why Oludeniz is one of the best known SIV course locations in Turkey. When needed we also run SIV in Alanya.
Manoeuvres Covered
- Asymmetric collapse
- Frontal collapse
- Pitch control
- Deep stall and full stall
- Spin
- Big ears
- Spiral dive
- Wingovers
The instructor chooses manoeuvres to match each pilot's experience. A basic SIV focuses on descent techniques and collapses; an advanced SIV adds stalls and spins.
Programme
- Length: 2-3 days including theory and flights
- Flights: 5-6
- Theory: about 4 hours of video based briefing before flying
- Kit check: every pilot's equipment is checked and reserves are opened and repacked
- Site adaptation: pilots new to Babadag first make at least one guided adaptation flight
- Safety: radio, life jacket, rescue boat and video of your manoeuvres
Who Is It For?
The SIV course is for licensed pilots flying their own equipment. It is a core course for P3 level pilots and above, and very useful when you move to a new wing or come back after a break.
Included and Not Included
Included: life jackets, rescue boat and filming. Not included: accommodation, food, transport, mountain entry and shuttle fees, and your own flying equipment (wing, harness, reserve, helmet).
See all our levels on the paragliding course page, or read how to get a paragliding licence.
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Paragliding Course FAQ
What is an SIV course and who should take it?
SIV (Simulation d'Incident en Vol) means practising collapses, stalls and spins on purpose, over water, guided by an instructor on the radio with a rescue boat standing by. It takes 2-3 days and 5-6 flights and is one of the most valuable courses for P3 level pilots and above.
How long is the SIV course?
2-3 days including theory and flights, with 5-6 flights in total. The schedule can flex with the weather.
Is SIV training safe?
SIV is safety training in a controlled setting: over water, with a life jacket and radio, guided by the instructor and with a rescue boat ready. Water does not remove all risk, so manoeuvres are chosen to match the pilot's level.
Do I need my own equipment for SIV?
Yes, SIV students bring their own wing, harness, reserve and helmet. All equipment is checked before flying and reserves are opened and repacked.