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Discover This Week's Most Impressive XC Paragliding and Hang Gliding Flights on Volandoo

Volandoo continues to lead as the premier global platform for live tracking and flight logging of paragliding and hang gliding adventures. This past week, our vibrant community soared across the skies with an impressive total of 538 flights, showcasing remarkable skill, endurance, and passion across diverse flying sites. From intense cross-country (XC) challenges to carefully crafted FAI Triangles, pilots demonstrated a wide range of flying styles and tactics, spanning iconic locations like Cuchi Corral, Roldanillo, and beyond. Join us as we celebrate six standout flights that pushed limits, inspired peers, and added unforgettable chapters to this week's soaring chronicles.

Francisco Mantaras – Mastering a Stunning Free Distance Around 3 TPs at Cuchi Corral

Francisco Mantaras delivered a breathtaking performance at the renowned Cuchi Corral, completing a 185.25 km Free Distance Around 3 Turning Points in an unwavering 7 hours and 12 minutes. Flying the high-performance Ozone Enzo3, Francisco expertly navigated 73 thermals, transforming challenging lift conditions into a testament of tactical savvy and stamina. Cuchi Corral’s dynamic thermal system and rugged terrain require pilots to maintain focus and adapt constantly—qualities Francisco exemplified as he traced a precise course that kept the community buzzing. His flight not only adds to his personal logbook achievement but also inspires other pilots aiming to master long-distance XC flights in the region.

Alberto Garcia – Smooth Precision on a 183 km Free Distance from Cuchi Corral

Fellow Cuchi Corral pilot Alberto Garcia took to the skies with his Ozone Zeolite, completing a 183.29 km Free Distance Around 3 TPs in just over 6 and a half hours. Matching Francisco's impressive thermal count at 73, Alberto's flight highlights his expert use of the local thermals and decision-making prowess under a demanding flight profile. His ability to balance speed with altitude management on such a challenging route underscores why Cuchi Corral remains a hotspot for ambitious XC pilots seeking to refine their endurance and navigation skills. This track adds a powerful chapter to Alberto’s growing reputation in the Volandoo community.

Daniel Velez – Hang Gliding Excellence at Roldanillo’s El Trébol

From the heart of Colombia’s famed flying haven, Daniel Velez showcased hang gliding mastery aboard the Wills Wing T3 144 Mx 2025, logging a 156.21 km Free Distance Around 3 TPs in just 5 hours. Roldanillo’s thermal richness means pilots contend with both altitude variability and tactical positioning; Daniel’s 65 thermal climbs highlight his finesse in energy management and route optimization. Combining skill and bravery, this flight adds valuable data points for the hang gliding community and serves as an inspiring reminder that precise planning paired with bold execution yields outstanding XC results.

Juan Manuel Sanchez – A Swift Free Triangle Flight at Lora Del Río

At Lora Del Río, Juan Manuel Sanchez carved a nimble 104.08 km Free Triangle in a swift 2 hours and 47 minutes with his Flow Future Power wing. This site is known for its mix of manageable thermals and tactical demands requiring pilots to balance speed with efficient climbs. Logging only 14 thermals indicates Juan Manuel's precision in leveraging lift while maintaining velocity—a critical skill in maximizing task completion time on such dynamic triangular courses. His flight highlights how pilots can sharpen XC techniques through optimized thermal usage in less time, encouraging emerging pilots to aim for technical finesse.

Hernan Pitocco – Endurance and Precision in a Challenging FAI Triangle at Cuchi Corral

Demonstrating remarkable stamina, Hernan Pitocco flew a 92.41 km FAI Triangle over Cuchi Corral in nearly 6 hours, riding 105 thermals to maximise lift with his trusted Ozone Enzo3. The demanding nature of an FAI Triangle—requiring pilots to complete three predefined legs—tests navigation accuracy and energy conservation. Hernan’s persistence in tackling a high thermal count illustrates his patience and tactical decision-making under evolving conditions. This performance stands as an excellent study in endurance and course strategy that inspires both new and seasoned pilots aiming to tackle complex triangular tasks.

Victor Aguilera – Strategic Soaring with a Free Triangle at Roldanillo - El Trébol

Rounding out our highlights, Victor Aguilera completed an 85.73 km Free Triangle at Roldanillo - El Trébol in just over 4 hours, showcasing smart thermal use with 54 climbs aboard his Gin Gto3. This site challenges pilots to navigate thermals efficiently while optimizing path selection to complete triangular tasks. Victor’s flight exemplifies strategic soaring—balancing speed, altitude, and route choices to maximise efficiency and distance. His recorded track offers valuable insights for pilots refining cross-country techniques in similar flying environments, fostering growth throughout the Volandoo community.

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