Hang Gliding Videos

Woolacombe
It had been over 2 years since I had last flown, so I head to the beautiful North Devon coast to fly Woolacombe in some lovely smooth coastal air.
09 Jun 2024 : Duration : 00:04:59

Firle - The Rough Bits
It's been quite a while since I last flew the hang glider; the last year can simply be described as crazy times! After almost a year since I last flew, I was grateful to finally get the wing out and into the sky! It certainly wasn't ideal conditions and being very rusty, was probably one the hardest flights I've had in a while, but nevertheless, great to get out again! Here's the highlights of my 30 minute 'rough' flight at Firle in East Sussex, UK. Big thanks to John for getting the nose when that gust came through at the start and great to see a new fledgling pilot on the hill too - we need to see more of them! - Stay Safe, Fly Safe!
28 Aug 2021 : Duration : 00:03:24

Firle Hang Gliding
Highlights of some of the hang gliding at Firle in East Sussex on 30 Aug 2020.
30 Aug 2020 : Duration : 00:03:19

Hang Glider Landings - Chapter 2
A collection of my hang glider landings from 2015-2019 on the Southern Hang Gliding Club's sites.
04 Apr 2020 : Duration : 00:10:39

Clearing the Cobwebs
Video highlights of my two flights at Firle in East Sussex.
07 Sep 2019 : Duration : 00:03:21

Nicos's Video of His Flight at Firle Beacon
This is Nicos' lovely edit of his flight at Firle Beacon. I am the glider that follows his down the ridge and is pretty much below him for the duration of the flight. Video by Nicos.
07 Oct 2018 : Duration : 00:07:22

Lanzarote 2018 Highlights
Video highlights of my hang gliding trip to Lanzarote with South Downs Hang Gliding.
17 Mar 2018 : Duration : 00:05:09

Famara
Video highlights of my flight from Famara and the famous Famara Cliffs. Unfortunately the battery on the camera did not last for the entire flight and missed my awful landing which resulted in two damaged uprights but it was worth it, this was a flight like no other that I have had to date!
07 Feb 2018 : Duration : 00:04:00

Dan and Luke
Luke takes Dan on his first paragliding flight at the Devil's Dyke. Video courtesy of Ian White.
09 Dec 2017 : Duration : 00:01:12

Mount Caburn Highlights
Highlights of my 27 minute flight at Mount Caburn.
15 Oct 2017 : Duration : 00:02:08

An Early Flight
An early flight at the Devil's Dyke with friends. This short video captures the highlights of my 30 minute flight at the Devil's Dyke. I opted for an early flight as the wind was forecast to drop off and I assumed many paragliders would be airborne later in the day. This was my strategy to avoid flying with the crowds. Also, you may notice a new camera on the right upright. This is the SJ4000 and it was set to take a photograph every 20 seconds. It produced some pleasing results! Not bad for a cheap camera!
01 Jul 2017 : Duration : 00:02:34

Devil's Dyke
Finally, my first flight of 2017. This is my video highlights of my 39 minute flight at the Devil's Dyke. It wasn't quite the epic everyone had hoped for, but a lovely day soaring with Buzzards, Kestrels and friends - looking forward to many more days like this to follow!
10 Apr 2017 : Duration : 00:04:32

Devil's Dyke Sled Ride
Not the most memorable of flights - this is a quick 3 minute sled ride at the Devil's Dyke (un-edited).
18 Sep 2016 : Duration : 00:03:08

Caburn Conquered
After many years I finally return to Mount Caburn with my hang glider; drag it to the top of the hill and have a successful flight!
03 Sep 2016 : Duration : 00:04:04

First Day of Spring 2016
A short video edit of my first hang gliding flight on the first day of Spring 2016 at Bo Peep.
20 Mar 2016 : Duration : 00:03:06

To The Clouds and Beyond
My memorable flight at Bo Peep where I finally reached cloud base, had my longest flight to date and completed a small XC. The only negative : the video camera battery didn't catch the most interesting part at the end!
15 Mar 2016 : Duration : 00:04:40

You Don't Fly if you Don't Try
A short sled ride at the Devil's Dyke.
27 Jun 2015 : Duration : 00:03:03

A Short Trip Over the Back
Highlights of my 33 minute flight at the Devil's Dyke on my new U2 160. I eventually hook into a thermal and climb to 1100ft above take-off.
25 May 2015 : Duration : 00:05:01

Hard Going at the Devil's Dyke
An afternoon flying at the Devil's Dyke on my Wills Wing U2 160 in a rough north westerly. I eventually manage to work my way down the ridge to Truleigh then return back to the Devil's Dyke for an easy top landing (although some walkers could have made that more interesting!).
24 Jan 2015 : Duration : 00:04:40

Landings 2010 to 2014
A collection of my hang glider landings from 2010 to 2014.
17 Jan 2015 : Duration : 00:13:53

Return to Flight
My first flight since the crash and the repairs to my glider - a complete baptism of fire as my first flight since the repair is an aerotow at Plumpton!
08 Jun 2014 : Duration : 00:02:52

My Hang Gliding Crash
It had to happen one day - I crash my hang glider. Unfortunately, the impact was so hard the video stopped and didn't capture the actual crash but I was fortunate to be able to walk away and the glider was repairable!
23 Mar 2014 : Duration : 00:04:16

Hang Gliding at the Devils Dyke
An enjoyable flight in light winds at the Devil's Dyke. Still adjusting to the new harness, I'm over cautious and fly away from traffic (and the lift) and head to the bottom landing field. I almost completely fluff a bottom landing as I'm still struggling to get on the up-rights!
16 Mar 2014 : Duration : 00:05:24

An Ugly Landing
While still getting used to my new harness, I bottom land at the Devils Dyke and am not quite prepared for the wind to be so far off to the west!
15 Mar 2014 : Duration : 00:05:24

Hang Gliding the Accident on Right This Minute
My YouTube started trending and came to the attention of Right This Minute. This is what was broadcast on Right This Minute in the USA.
24 Jan 2014 : Duration : 00:02:50

The Myth Debut
My first flight in the Aeros Myth 3 Harness and probably my longest flight to date.
30 Nov 2013 : Duration : 00:03:07

Firle Flying in the Rain
A couple of not so good flights at Firle. The second flight was cut short when it began to rain! The video reveals a little problem I was having with my harness which I failed to rectify on my second flight.
24 Nov 2013 : Duration : 00:02:41

Flying at Firle
Some lovely flying at Firle in East Sussex and some November thermals added in for some excitement.
23 Nov 2013 : Duration : 00:04:22

The Accident
A potentially serious accident observed from my keel camera. This video edit tells of my personal experience from the moment I knew something was wrong to the point when I decided that I had to land and provide first response. The pilot involved has consented to me publishing this video.
29 Sep 2013 : Duration : 00:04:49

Two Flights at Swanborough
One of my personal favourite videos. Highlights of my two flights at Swanborough and that pilot swooping at the start has to be Luke on an Aeros Target.
27 Sep 2013 : Duration : 00:03:21

Take-off and Sunset at the Devil's Dyke
Nicos films my take-off at the Devil's Dyke as a catch a sneak flight after work. After landing I'm rewarded with a fantastic sunset.
10 Sep 2013 : Duration : 00:00:31

Firle
Highlight of my flight at Firle on the 31 Aug 2013 to the melodies of the Art of Noise; Moments in Love.
31 Aug 2013 : Duration : 00:01:56