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ADVENTURE ACTIVITIESTo achieve above Air Force Adventure Directorate conducts several activities, which are divided into Land, Water and Aero sports.AERO SPORTSMillions of years ago when man born on this planet nature dictated that he be an earthbound creature. Like a good obedient child he obeyed this command for a very very long time. But the burning desire to emulate the winged creatures, ultimately proved to be too strong to suppress. And on fine day he decided to step out into the blue. The legacy of adventurer learns of 1400 BC finally fructified in the maiden flight by Wright Brothers in the beginning of this century. And with the field of aviation also thrives, the spectacular world of aero sports.
 Hang Gliding involves launching oneself in air by running down a hill using a triangular aerofoil wing with rigid airframe. Pilot controls the hang glider by shifting his boy weight in the harness in an unconventional sense and can remain afloat for hours at a time using thermals. The wing can be folded and carried on top of a hill.
 Powered Hang Glider Having gained confidence to control the manual hang glider by weight shift control method, upto intermediate level, volunteers can be inducted for powered hang gliding. These are tricycle shaped rigid frames hang glider powered with motorcycle engines and controlled by non-conventional body weight shift method.
 Microlight are ultra light category of flying machine with conventional control to expose our personnel and civilians to adventure flying. The adventure cell teams are participated in Air races, demonstrations and expeditions. A successful Round the World Microlight Expedition was undertaken in record time of 80 days by Wg Cdr Rahul Monga SC and Wg Cdr Anil Kumar SC.
 Parasailing A very safe and popular activity opens to all personnel, ladies and children weighing more than 40 Kg. It involves being harnessed to a parachute which is pulled by a jeep/gypsy and takes the volunteer to height of 200 to 250 fts above ground level and landing in a controlled manner. Parasailing camps are conducted by commands at various stations. The Directorate conducts and qualifies instructors in Parasailing.
Aqua sailing This involves parasailing over lakes, backwaters and sea with the help of a 110 HP ENGINE mounted on a modified speed boat. Trials have been carried out successfully at the coastlines and back waters of Kerala and at Trimoorthi Dam (Coimbatore). This sport has been recently introduced.
 Skydiving "Air Devils" is the best known skydiving team of IAF and the team consists of officers and airmen from all branches and trades of IAF. Qualified parachutists may volunteer for skydiving basic course conducted by the Directorate. The three week course involves six days ground training followed by 20 jumps from heights ranging from 4,000 to 10,000 ft AGL wherein jumper exits, falls free for predetermined duration and deploys his parachute. Thereafter he manoeuvres to land at pre-designated target. Those found proficient participate in demo jumps organised in various parts of the country and may compete on the National Championship. Main achievements by the IAF in the Skydiving:
1996 - IAF skydiving team represented India in the 1st World Air Games held at Izmir, Turkey.
26 Apr 99 - Wg Cdr Sanjay Thapar VM was the first Indian to skydive at North Pole.
01 Jan 2K - Sqn Ldr Kamal Singh Oberh, first Indian to skydive at 'S' Pole, first Indian to Skydive at both Poles ( 'N' Pole on 20 Apr 02).
2005 - Wg Cdr Kamal Singh Oberh and Wg Cdr KBS Samyal, first Indians to do Base Jumps from KL Tower, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
2006 - Air Chief Marshal SP Tyagi PVSM, AVSM, VM first ever Chief of any Armed Forces to do skydiving.
2007 - Highest number of simultaneous skydiving in India (75 airwarriors/ four aircrafts) in Chandigarh.
2007 - IAF Skydiving team represented India in the 4th World Military Games 2007 in Hyderabad, India.
2009 - IAF Skydiving demonstration team of 15 members participated in Avalon Air Show in Australia.
2009 - In the 2nd Services Parachute Trials held from 07 Jul - 13 Jul 09 IAF team stood first, which would further represent India in Slovakia in the 34th World Military Parachuting Championship.
 Paramotors This is an advance version of para gliding with an engine mounted as backpack. This source of engine power enables a launch from any surface and the flight can be sustained up to 3 hours.
 Paragliding Another thrilling aerosport which involves running down the slope of a hill top thus is filling the para glider which is a flexible aerofoil shaped parachute that enables one to glide. Basic, Intermediate and Advance courses are conducted at Pune and Manali for proficient individuals can participate in Demo and Competitions. Individual can also be launched through a winch if slopes are not available.
 Hot Air Ballooning Volunteers are indoctrinated to travelling in gondola attached to a flexible balloon filled with hot air and floating along with the winds in controlled manner. Courses are conducted with Army / Navy.
LAND SPORTS
 Mountaineering is for volunteers, looking for greater challenge which includes high altitude climbing in rocky and snow terrain, acclimatization, teamwork, planning and survival in difficulties. This Dte trains volunteers in basic and advance mountaineering every year. First ever Air Force team in world summit Mt Everest (8848M) on 30 May 2005. Summiteers name Wg Cdr RC Tripathi VM, Late Sqn Ldr Chaitanya VM and JWO NR Choudhury VM.
 Trekking is basically venturing into unknown places through jungles, mountains, and planes making your own way while studying the flora, fauna and local culture besides acclimatising the individuals in different altitudes & gaining experience regarding different terrains.
 Rock Climbing This innocuous sounding sport is in fact a highly technical activity requiring alertness of mind, backed up by strong shoulders and will to defy gravity. Volunteers are exposed to rock climbing as part of mountaineering course and separate courses at IMF Delhi where they are exposed to natural and artificial rock surfaces with varying degrees of difficulty.
 Skiing is strenuous but very graceful & enjoyable winter sport. For this one needs to wear a pair of skies and slide down the snow covered slopes, while balancing the body, avoiding obstacles and controlling the speed. Skiing courses are conducted at Auli & Gulmarg.
 Motor Cycle Rally involves high speed riding on motor cycle over varied terrain in different parts of the country and is also test of man and machine. These rallies are conducted independently by various commands.
 Adventure Camps are mainly conducted for school children. During this camp children stay in tents and are exposed to adventure in outdoor camping, nature study, trekking, rock-climbing, rappelling and environment conservation. These camps also include horse/camel. riding, boating, campfires and some fun games. These camps are conducted by various commands at Dalhousie, Nainital, Mount Abu, Damdama, Trivendrum and Bangalore etc.
 Car Rally Organized periodically, this involves driving cross country in competitive manner and affords a chance to volunteers to test their driving skills, endurance, stamina, maintenance / mechanical knowledge and planning ability. The Dte participated in some national rallies organised by other organizations such as the Jt. Services car rally.
 Cycling A very popular adventure activity planned and conducted at station/unit levels which affords opportunity to even untrained personnel to participate. Feasible in all weather conditions and in all terrains. Besides the physical challenge, its eco-friendly nature makes this adventure sport extremely relevant to our modern times.
 Skiing Going down hill in any manner is always an enjoyable experience. When this is done on a pristine mass of sparkling snow, with two high speed ski surfaces beneath one's feet, the joy of going down hill becomes indescribably beautiful.
WATER SPORTS
 Sailing involves basics of watermanship with two/three crew members manoeuvring a small sail boat in the desired direction with the help of the winds and water current. The Dte conducts courses at various places like Pongdam (HP) INS Chilika (Orissa), NDA, Cochin & Mumbai. Qualified IAF personnnel also participate in sailing expeditions from time to time.
 Kayaking/Canoeing involves sitting in light wooden/fiber glass boats and manoeuvring them by oars/paddles through rapids and rocks, while rowing down a fast flowing river or over lake, back waters or at sea. This Dte conducts courses at Pongdam (HP), Cochin, NDA &Girdhi (Bihar).
 Wind Surfing is physically demanding and very exciting water sport activity. This is conducted at NDA, INS Chilika, Mumbai, Kota, Bangalore, Cochin and Secunderabad. IAF volunteers also participate in expeditions.
 Scuba Diving is one of the most thrilling adventure activity. After a very long gap the Dte has reactivated this activity for IAF volunteers. Two courses are planned per year in co-ordination with Navy at Lakshwadeep.
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