About USHPA

The United States Hang Gliding and Paragliding Association (USHPA) is a non-profit organization whose purpose is to promote the growth of sport flying in foot-launchable soaring aircraft. USHPA develops, standardizes, and administers programs that foster and promote practices for safe flying. USHPA maintains a working relationship with the FAA, and other regulatory organizations, to insure continued access to airspace. The organization also maintains relationships with public and private entities to promote the procurement and maintenance of flying sites. USHPA is headquartered in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Read more ...

Press Releases from USHPA

Josh Cohn wins 2010 PWC in Chelan, Washington
In the competition of nations, Cohn led the charge for the American team to win first place, among a field of world-class international competitors.
8/5/2010 3:37:04 PM
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The United States Hang Gliding and Paragliding Association announces the First Annual National Hang Gliding and Paragliding Day, May 29th.
Hang gliders and paragliders set to host nationwide fun flying events.
5/21/2010
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Pilot Program Set to Launch Collaboration Between ABLE Pilot and the University of Utah Department of Mechanical Engineering
ABLE Pilot and the University of Utah Department of Mechanical Engineering Collaborate To Teach Persons with Paralysis to Fly
4/14/2010 12:54:25 PM
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Bill Liscomb’s Hang Gliding Documentary Hits the IMAX at the National Air and Space Museum
Big Blue Sky set to be shown at the National Air and Space IMAX theater during the General Electric Lecture Series.
4/14/2010 12:54:25 PM
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David Barish, “FATHER OF PARAGLIDING”, DEAD AT 88
David Theodore Barish, an aeronautical engineer and inventor who has been called the “Forgotten Father of Paragliding” died on December 15 in New York City.
4/14/2010 12:54:25 PM
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USHPA Launches New Web Site
Enhanced resources of new site include instructor locator, potential pilot focus, and feature stories.
4/14/2010 12:54:25 PM
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Francis Rogallo Passes Away at Age 97
Father of Free Flight Passes
4/14/2010 12:54:25 PM
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Paragliding National Champions Crowned
Brad Gunnusico from Draper, Utah won the Open Class Overall title and Meredyth Malcosay from Fall City, Washington captured the women�s title.
4/14/2010 12:54:25 PM
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2009 US Hang Gliding National Champions Crowned
King Mountain Delivers New Champions
4/14/2010 12:54:25 PM
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Texas Hosts Hang Gliding Competition Featuring Top US Pilots
Final segment of 2009 US Hang Gliding Nationals set to take off.
4/14/2010 12:54:25 PM
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2009 US Hang Gliding Nationals at King Mountain
King Mountain set to Expand the Horizons of Hang Gliding Competitions
4/14/2010 12:54:25 PM
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First Annual Rob Kells Memorial Competition
Hang Gliding Competition in Southern Florida
4/14/2010 12:54:25 PM
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Dunlap Paragliding Nationals
SPOT Partners with 2009 US Paragliding Nationals
4/14/2010 12:54:25 PM
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Wayne Michelsen Accepts Appointment as Mentor Coordinator
Wayne steps up to head new Mentor program
4/14/2010 12:54:25 PM
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USHPA Names Paul Montville as Executive Director
Experienced Veteran of Non-Profit Sports Associations joins the USHPA Staff
4/14/2010 12:54:25 PM
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Photo Gallery for Download

	Ultra-Salt, Bonneville Salt Flats at Wendover, Utah Photo by Adam West lo res   hi res
	X-Alps pilot, Chamonix-Mont Blanc, France Photo by Vitek Ludvik/Red Bull lo res   hi res
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Video Gallery

Good Morning America: National Competition Story View on ABC News ...

Weather Channel - Why I Love Summer: Flying like a bird View on Weather.com ...

Good Morning America - Paragliding World Championships View on ABC News ...

Lucas Ridley explains what it is like to learn to hang glide View on YouTube ...

Media/Press

For media inquiries, please call or email:
Nick Greece
USHPA Media and Public Relations
(516) 816-1333
nick.greece@ushpa.aero