Public overview · checked 2026-10-15The catalog is confirmed from USHPA’s public sources. Full current flight counts, hours, witnessed tasks, test standards and operating limits require the controlled SOP checklist. Those details are not yet imported; these cards cannot award or officially sign off a credential.
Open current SOP 12-02 (USHPA member access) Pilot rating
P0 Student
Tandem-passenger preparation
Criteria, evidence & route
Confirmed public overview
- Discuss free-flight risk and passenger readiness with the tandem instructor.
Who reviews or issues it
Appropriately certified instructor for this wing.
Your path
- Review eligibility and the current official checklist with the appropriate official.
- Agree on instruction and suitable practice; keep flights and evidence for this discipline.
- Record instructor observations, required tests and supporting documents.
- Complete the USHPA issuance process. Refresh your RAF profile after the official record updates.
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P1 Beginner
Supervised basic flight
Criteria, evidence & route
Confirmed public overview
- Equipment preparation and inspection.
- Controlled launch, straight flight and landing.
- Continue under the instructor’s supervision.
Who reviews or issues it
Appropriately certified instructor for this wing.
Your path
- Review eligibility and the current official checklist with the appropriate official.
- Agree on instruction and suitable practice; keep flights and evidence for this discipline.
- Record instructor observations, required tests and supporting documents.
- Complete the USHPA issuance process. Refresh your RAF profile after the official record updates.
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P2 Novice
Foundation for flying within novice limits
Criteria, evidence & route
Confirmed public overview
- Ground handling and launch preparation.
- Turns, maneuvering, approach planning and controlled landings.
- Supervised higher flights and condition assessment.
- Weather, air movement, airspace and operating rules.
- Review the current written test, logged experience and novice limitations with the issuing instructor.
Who reviews or issues it
Appropriately certified instructor for this wing.
Your path
- Review eligibility and the current official checklist with the appropriate official.
- Agree on instruction and suitable practice; keep flights and evidence for this discipline.
- Record instructor observations, required tests and supporting documents.
- Complete the USHPA issuance process. Refresh your RAF profile after the official record updates.
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P3 Intermediate
Consistent judgment and broader experience
Criteria, evidence & route
Confirmed public overview
- Refine repeatable flight skills and document experience.
- Assess sites, hazards and conditions with sound decisions.
- Apply forecasting, micrometeorology and airspace knowledge.
- Confirm the complete logged experience, witnessed tasks and test in current SOP 12-02.
Who reviews or issues it
Appropriately qualified advanced instructor or observer for this wing.
Your path
- Review eligibility and the current official checklist with the appropriate official.
- Agree on instruction and suitable practice; keep flights and evidence for this discipline.
- Record instructor observations, required tests and supporting documents.
- Complete the USHPA issuance process. Refresh your RAF profile after the official record updates.
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P4 Advanced
Varied sites and mature decisions
Criteria, evidence & route
Confirmed public overview
- Document a broader range of sites and conditions.
- Demonstrate mature decisions about whether to fly.
- Model responsible practice and respect the limits of your authority.
- Complete the current issuing-official review and all controlled requirements.
Who reviews or issues it
Appropriately qualified advanced instructor or observer for this wing.
Your path
- Review eligibility and the current official checklist with the appropriate official.
- Agree on instruction and suitable practice; keep flights and evidence for this discipline.
- Record instructor observations, required tests and supporting documents.
- Complete the USHPA issuance process. Refresh your RAF profile after the official record updates.
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P5 Master
Long-term proficiency and formal application
Criteria, evidence & route
Confirmed public overview
- Build a sustained record across varied sites, conditions, wings and launch methods.
- Document the Bronze Safe Pilot Award, supporting endorsements and application.
- Confirm the current Master application and approval route with USHPA.
Who reviews or issues it
Current USHPA Master application and approval process.
Your path
- Review eligibility and the current official checklist with the appropriate official.
- Agree on instruction and suitable practice; keep flights and evidence for this discipline.
- Record instructor observations, required tests and supporting documents.
- Complete the USHPA issuance process. Refresh your RAF profile after the official record updates.
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CL Cliff Launch
Cliff Launch is listed for paragliding in USHPA’s public catalog.
Criteria, evidence & route
USHPA lists this code for this wing. Exact eligibility, minimum experience, demonstrations and issuing conditions await the current controlled SOP; the name alone is not a task checklist.
Who reviews or issues it
A rating official authorized for this wing who holds this skill and meets its current issuing requirements.
Your path
- Review eligibility and the current official checklist with the appropriate official.
- Agree on instruction and suitable practice; keep flights and evidence for this discipline.
- Record instructor observations, required tests and supporting documents.
- Complete the USHPA issuance process. Refresh your RAF profile after the official record updates.
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FL Foot Launch
Foot Launch is listed for paragliding in USHPA’s public catalog.
Criteria, evidence & route
USHPA lists this code for this wing. Exact eligibility, minimum experience, demonstrations and issuing conditions await the current controlled SOP; the name alone is not a task checklist.
Who reviews or issues it
A rating official authorized for this wing who holds this skill and meets its current issuing requirements.
Your path
- Review eligibility and the current official checklist with the appropriate official.
- Agree on instruction and suitable practice; keep flights and evidence for this discipline.
- Record instructor observations, required tests and supporting documents.
- Complete the USHPA issuance process. Refresh your RAF profile after the official record updates.
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FSL Flat Slope Launch
Flat Slope Launch is listed for paragliding in USHPA’s public catalog.
Criteria, evidence & route
USHPA lists this code for this wing. Exact eligibility, minimum experience, demonstrations and issuing conditions await the current controlled SOP; the name alone is not a task checklist.
Who reviews or issues it
A rating official authorized for this wing who holds this skill and meets its current issuing requirements.
Your path
- Review eligibility and the current official checklist with the appropriate official.
- Agree on instruction and suitable practice; keep flights and evidence for this discipline.
- Record instructor observations, required tests and supporting documents.
- Complete the USHPA issuance process. Refresh your RAF profile after the official record updates.
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HA High Altitude Launch
High Altitude Launch is listed for paragliding in USHPA’s public catalog.
Criteria, evidence & route
USHPA lists this code for this wing. Exact eligibility, minimum experience, demonstrations and issuing conditions await the current controlled SOP; the name alone is not a task checklist.
Who reviews or issues it
A rating official authorized for this wing who holds this skill and meets its current issuing requirements.
Your path
- Review eligibility and the current official checklist with the appropriate official.
- Agree on instruction and suitable practice; keep flights and evidence for this discipline.
- Record instructor observations, required tests and supporting documents.
- Complete the USHPA issuance process. Refresh your RAF profile after the official record updates.
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PS Para Ski
Para Ski is listed for paragliding in USHPA’s public catalog.
Criteria, evidence & route
USHPA lists this code for this wing. Exact eligibility, minimum experience, demonstrations and issuing conditions await the current controlled SOP; the name alone is not a task checklist.
Who reviews or issues it
A rating official authorized for this wing who holds this skill and meets its current issuing requirements.
Your path
- Review eligibility and the current official checklist with the appropriate official.
- Agree on instruction and suitable practice; keep flights and evidence for this discipline.
- Record instructor observations, required tests and supporting documents.
- Complete the USHPA issuance process. Refresh your RAF profile after the official record updates.
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RLF Restricted Landing Field
Restricted Landing Field is listed for paragliding in USHPA’s public catalog.
Criteria, evidence & route
USHPA lists this code for this wing. Exact eligibility, minimum experience, demonstrations and issuing conditions await the current controlled SOP; the name alone is not a task checklist.
Who reviews or issues it
A rating official authorized for this wing who holds this skill and meets its current issuing requirements.
Your path
- Review eligibility and the current official checklist with the appropriate official.
- Agree on instruction and suitable practice; keep flights and evidence for this discipline.
- Record instructor observations, required tests and supporting documents.
- Complete the USHPA issuance process. Refresh your RAF profile after the official record updates.
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RS Ridge Soaring
Ridge Soaring is listed for paragliding in USHPA’s public catalog.
Criteria, evidence & route
USHPA lists this code for this wing. Exact eligibility, minimum experience, demonstrations and issuing conditions await the current controlled SOP; the name alone is not a task checklist.
Who reviews or issues it
A rating official authorized for this wing who holds this skill and meets its current issuing requirements.
Your path
- Review eligibility and the current official checklist with the appropriate official.
- Agree on instruction and suitable practice; keep flights and evidence for this discipline.
- Record instructor observations, required tests and supporting documents.
- Complete the USHPA issuance process. Refresh your RAF profile after the official record updates.
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ST Surface Tow
Surface Tow is listed for paragliding in USHPA’s public catalog.
Criteria, evidence & route
USHPA lists this code for this wing. Exact eligibility, minimum experience, demonstrations and issuing conditions await the current controlled SOP; the name alone is not a task checklist.
Who reviews or issues it
The currently authorized towing official; ordinary instructor/observer status alone is insufficient.
Your path
- Review eligibility and the current official checklist with the appropriate official.
- Agree on instruction and suitable practice; keep flights and evidence for this discipline.
- Record instructor observations, required tests and supporting documents.
- Complete the USHPA issuance process. Refresh your RAF profile after the official record updates.
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TUR Turbulence
Turbulence is listed for paragliding in USHPA’s public catalog.
Criteria, evidence & route
USHPA lists this code for this wing. Exact eligibility, minimum experience, demonstrations and issuing conditions await the current controlled SOP; the name alone is not a task checklist.
Who reviews or issues it
A rating official authorized for this wing who holds this skill and meets its current issuing requirements.
Your path
- Review eligibility and the current official checklist with the appropriate official.
- Agree on instruction and suitable practice; keep flights and evidence for this discipline.
- Record instructor observations, required tests and supporting documents.
- Complete the USHPA issuance process. Refresh your RAF profile after the official record updates.
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XC Cross Country
Cross Country is listed for paragliding in USHPA’s public catalog.
Criteria, evidence & route
USHPA lists this code for this wing. Exact eligibility, minimum experience, demonstrations and issuing conditions await the current controlled SOP; the name alone is not a task checklist.
Who reviews or issues it
A rating official authorized for this wing who holds this skill and meets its current issuing requirements.
Your path
- Review eligibility and the current official checklist with the appropriate official.
- Agree on instruction and suitable practice; keep flights and evidence for this discipline.
- Record instructor observations, required tests and supporting documents.
- Complete the USHPA issuance process. Refresh your RAF profile after the official record updates.
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M1 Mini Wing 1
Mini Wing 1 is listed for paragliding in USHPA’s public catalog.
Criteria, evidence & route
USHPA lists this code for this wing. Exact eligibility, minimum experience, demonstrations and issuing conditions await the current controlled SOP; the name alone is not a task checklist.
Who reviews or issues it
A properly qualified paragliding/mini-wing instructor under the current program.
Your path
- Review eligibility and the current official checklist with the appropriate official.
- Agree on instruction and suitable practice; keep flights and evidence for this discipline.
- Record instructor observations, required tests and supporting documents.
- Complete the USHPA issuance process. Refresh your RAF profile after the official record updates.
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M2 Mini Wing 2
Mini Wing 2 is listed for paragliding in USHPA’s public catalog.
Criteria, evidence & route
USHPA lists this code for this wing. Exact eligibility, minimum experience, demonstrations and issuing conditions await the current controlled SOP; the name alone is not a task checklist.
Who reviews or issues it
A properly qualified paragliding/mini-wing instructor under the current program.
Your path
- Review eligibility and the current official checklist with the appropriate official.
- Agree on instruction and suitable practice; keep flights and evidence for this discipline.
- Record instructor observations, required tests and supporting documents.
- Complete the USHPA issuance process. Refresh your RAF profile after the official record updates.
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TFL Tandem Foot Launch
Tandem Foot Launch is listed for paragliding in USHPA’s public catalog.
Criteria, evidence & route
USHPA lists this code for this wing. Exact eligibility, minimum experience, demonstrations and issuing conditions await the current controlled SOP; the name alone is not a task checklist.
Who reviews or issues it
The appropriate tandem-program official; verify the underlying tandem certification and launch method.
Your path
- Review eligibility and the current official checklist with the appropriate official.
- Agree on instruction and suitable practice; keep flights and evidence for this discipline.
- Record instructor observations, required tests and supporting documents.
- Complete the USHPA issuance process. Refresh your RAF profile after the official record updates.
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TST Tandem Surface Tow
Tandem Surface Tow is listed for paragliding in USHPA’s public catalog.
Criteria, evidence & route
USHPA lists this code for this wing. Exact eligibility, minimum experience, demonstrations and issuing conditions await the current controlled SOP; the name alone is not a task checklist.
Who reviews or issues it
The appropriate tandem-program official; verify the underlying tandem certification and launch method.
Your path
- Review eligibility and the current official checklist with the appropriate official.
- Agree on instruction and suitable practice; keep flights and evidence for this discipline.
- Record instructor observations, required tests and supporting documents.
- Complete the USHPA issuance process. Refresh your RAF profile after the official record updates.
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PA Portable Radio
Portable Radio is listed for paragliding in USHPA’s public catalog.
Criteria, evidence & route
USHPA lists this code for this wing. Exact eligibility, minimum experience, demonstrations and issuing conditions await the current controlled SOP; the name alone is not a task checklist.
Who reviews or issues it
The current USHPA radio-authorization process; confirm equipment and operating privileges.
Your path
- Review eligibility and the current official checklist with the appropriate official.
- Agree on instruction and suitable practice; keep flights and evidence for this discipline.
- Record instructor observations, required tests and supporting documents.
- Complete the USHPA issuance process. Refresh your RAF profile after the official record updates.
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VA Vehicle Radio Authorization
Vehicle Radio Authorization is listed for paragliding in USHPA’s public catalog.
Criteria, evidence & route
USHPA lists this code for this wing. Exact eligibility, minimum experience, demonstrations and issuing conditions await the current controlled SOP; the name alone is not a task checklist.
Who reviews or issues it
The current USHPA radio-authorization process; confirm equipment and operating privileges.
Your path
- Review eligibility and the current official checklist with the appropriate official.
- Agree on instruction and suitable practice; keep flights and evidence for this discipline.
- Record instructor observations, required tests and supporting documents.
- Complete the USHPA issuance process. Refresh your RAF profile after the official record updates.
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T1 Tandem 1
Listed in USHPA’s downloadable ratings/skills table. Confirm current tandem-program terminology, eligibility and privileges before planning issuance.
Criteria, evidence & route
USHPA lists this code for this wing. Exact eligibility, minimum experience, demonstrations and issuing conditions await the current controlled SOP; the name alone is not a task checklist.
Who reviews or issues it
The appropriate Tandem Administrator and current tandem program.
Your path
- Review eligibility and the current official checklist with the appropriate official.
- Agree on instruction and suitable practice; keep flights and evidence for this discipline.
- Record instructor observations, required tests and supporting documents.
- Complete the USHPA issuance process. Refresh your RAF profile after the official record updates.
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BASIC INSTRUCTOR Basic Instructor
Public eligibility summary; the current certification process and complete application still apply.
Criteria, evidence & route
Confirmed public overview
- P4 plus at least 200 flying days and 300 flights; reserve clinic and two clinics selected from Thermal/X-C, Ridge Soaring, Tandem and Towing.
- Complete the required first-aid/CPR route, FOI test and three-phase instructor training, apprenticeship and evaluation.
Who reviews or issues it
Instructor Administrator.
Your path
- Review eligibility and the current official checklist with the appropriate official.
- Agree on instruction and suitable practice; keep flights and evidence for this discipline.
- Record instructor observations, required tests and supporting documents.
- Complete the USHPA issuance process. Refresh your RAF profile after the official record updates.
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TANDEM INSTRUCTOR Tandem Instructor
Public eligibility summary; the current certification process and complete application still apply.
Criteria, evidence & route
Confirmed public overview
- P4 and TUR. Experience alternatives: 200 logged hours, or 100 hours plus 500 flights meeting the specified descent/duration condition.
- Initial first-aid/CPR route and FOI; tandem clinic, at least 25 flights with a current Tandem Advanced Instructor, and the applicable exam.
Who reviews or issues it
Tandem Administrator.
Your path
- Review eligibility and the current official checklist with the appropriate official.
- Agree on instruction and suitable practice; keep flights and evidence for this discipline.
- Record instructor observations, required tests and supporting documents.
- Complete the USHPA issuance process. Refresh your RAF profile after the official record updates.
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OBSERVER Observer
Public eligibility summary; the current certification process and complete application still apply.
Criteria, evidence & route
Confirmed public overview
- P3 or higher held for at least one year; eligible Pilot/Rogallo membership; cannot simultaneously be a Basic Instructor.
- Request appointment and submit the current signed paperwork.
Who reviews or issues it
Instructor Administrator; the current certification page supersedes older Examiner-appointment descriptions.
Your path
- Review eligibility and the current official checklist with the appropriate official.
- Agree on instruction and suitable practice; keep flights and evidence for this discipline.
- Record instructor observations, required tests and supporting documents.
- Complete the USHPA issuance process. Refresh your RAF profile after the official record updates.
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