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Stall awareness, prevention and recovery seminar in Birrfeld

Date: September 16-17, 2024
Location: Birrfeld Airfield

Calling all pilots and aviation enthusiasts! Join us at the Birrfeld Airfield on September 16th and 17th, 2024, for the Wings Level Event, focused on Stall Awareness, Prevention, and Recovery.

This two-day event is designed to enhance your understanding and skills in managing stall situations, a critical aspect of aviation safety. Whether you’re a seasoned pilot or a student, this event offers valuable insights through expert-led sessions, practical demonstrations, and interactive workshops.

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Defy Gravity 2024 in Raron: Successful Aviation Event Focuses…

Raron, Switzerland — June 15, 2024 – The Defy Gravity 2024 event, organised by Wings Level, has successfully concluded in Raron, highlighting the critical theme of spin awareness, recognition, and recovery in aviation. Despite challenging weather conditions, the event saw enthusiastic participation from over 10 students, all keen to gain hands-on experience in this essential aspect of flight safety.

Held on June 15, 2024, in the scenic town of Raron, the event aimed to educate and inspire young aviation enthusiasts using real airplanes. Participants engaged in a series of practical exercises, learning to recognise and recover from spins through direct, real-world application.

Key Highlights of Defy Gravity 2024

Educational Workshops: Led by experienced pilots and aviation safety experts, these sessions covered the aerodynamics of spins, human factors influencing spin entry, and best practices for recovery. The theoretical knowledge provided a solid foundation for the practical exercises.
Hands-On Training with Real Aircraft: Students had the unique opportunity to apply their knowledge in real flight conditions. Under the guidance of seasoned instructors, they practiced recognizing spin entry and executing proper recovery procedures using actual airplanes. This hands-on experience was invaluable in helping them understand the dynamics of spins and how to manage them safely.
Practical Flight Exercises: Participants engaged in exercises that included identifying early signs of a spin, executing recovery manoeuvres, and understanding the impact of aircraft configuration and pilot actions during spin scenarios.

Looking Ahead

As the event wrapped up, participants were awarded certificates of achievement, recognising their hard work and dedication to improving flight safety. Organisers have already begun planning for next year’s Defy Gravity event, with aspirations to expand its reach and impact even further.

Defy Gravity 2024 in Raron, organised by Wings Level, has proven to be more than just an educational event; it has become a pivotal part of the community’s efforts to promote safety, innovation, and the limitless potential of young aviation enthusiasts. The event has inspired a new generation of pilots, equipped with the critical skills needed to ensure safer skies.

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Defy Gravity Meet-Up 2024 Edition

A Premier Aviation Event in Raron LSTA

Raron, Switzerland – April 15, 2024 – Wings Level GmbH is pleased to announce the first-ever Defy Gravity Meet-Up! 2024 edition, an aviation event tailored for enthusiasts and pilots. Scheduled to take place at Raron LSTA, this gathering promises to offer an enjoyable experience for attendees.

The event will feature a diverse range of activities and attractions, including:

Educational Workshops: Engage with industry experts and learn about the latest advancements in aviation safety and technology.
Practical training: Spin awareness, recognition and recovery: At the heart of our event, for interested pilots, is the chance to fly with a certified Wings Level instructor for ca. 20 minutes (flight time), focusing on spin awareness, recognition, and recovery techniques.
Static displays: Join us for an exclusive opportunity to explore a stunning array of aircraft. As part of our event, we are hosting a captivating static display featuring a variety of aircraft models starting from the oldest Swiss-registered plane to the first aerobatic place with electric propulsion.

Attendance to the Defy Gravity Meet-Up is open to all aviation enthusiasts, pilots, and industry professionals. For more information visit the Defy Gravity Meet-Up 2024 edition official page or download our booklet
If you are planning to come by air, please fill in the Landing Request form

UPRS #2 Postponed due adverse weather

UPRS #2 has been postponed due to adverse weather conditions in Neuchâtel.

The new date has been decided: The UPRS #2 is organised on February 10-11, 2023 in Neuchâtel.

The program and the time schedule remain unchanged.

More seats are available for this new date, for the interested pilots, please

First Upset Prevention and Recovery Seminar (UPRS) in Neuchâtel…

On August, 12th and 13th 2022 Wings Level completed the first UPRS. The speech of the Head of Flight Personnel at FOCA (Federal Office of Civil Aviation) François Steiner and an apèro concluded two wonderful days in the stunning scenery of the lake of Neuchâtel.

During two intense and sunny days in Neuchâtel airport Wings Level completed the first UPRS (Upset Prevention and Recovery Seminar).

Students from the local airfield and from Northern Switzerland joined the lake of Neuchâtel for the first UPRS. After 3 hours of theoretical course they were ready to fly the Cessna Aerobat HB-CXQ for two sessions involving stalls, accelerated stalls, spiral dives and spins. The training culminated with the simulation of the sadly famous accident of the JU52 in the Swiss Alps.

Hampi and Andrea would like to thank our amazing crew: