Not too disabled to fly
https://www.ushpa.org/page/va-grant
In September 2019, USHPA secured a $120,000 U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Adaptive Sports grant. The funding will provide introductory tandem flights and
training for military members who qualify for disability benefits, both active
duty and veterans.
Hang gliding and paragliding training will be provided for free to qualified
participants up to the H2/P2 (novice) level. This level of proficiency allows
pilots to fly on their own at H2/P2-rated sites as they work toward more
advanced ratings.
USHPA is thrilled to give veterans increased opportunities to experience free
flight and become part of our pilot community. The current grant covers training
through September 2020.
Mitch Shipley was listed as "disabled" as he left the military. A
lot of people with invisible injuries could use a few flying lessons.
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