ORGANISATION
The Philippine Association of Paragliders and Instructors (PAPI), established in 2017, is a non-profit association dedicated to the growth, safety, and camaraderie of the sports of paragliding and hang gliding. PAPI is a fun and active organization of about 50 members, representing various flying groups/clubs in Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao.
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The PAPI organises some events in the established flying sites:
* Safety clinics
* Monthly meetups - depending in hosting club
* Performance course
* Flying trips
PAPI members include active/non-active pilots, tandem pilots, instructors, tour guides, as well as advisers and mentors to help grow the sport and promote the spirit of friendship in the community.
Visiting and foreign pilots are welcome to join us!
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Membership benefits
Access to all PAPI registered sites
* Membership ID and certification card/Paragliding license
* Forum discussion group access
* Membership dues support site local rules and regulations, site assessing and exploration , national consultation with the Department of Tourism through accreditation
Membership costs
* PAPI Flying membership: P1500/year
* Non-flying membership: P500/year
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PAPI CORE MEMBERS
Core members listed below will be pleased to talk with you and provide you with additional information.
Luzon Region/Randell Raymundo - buko314@gmail.com - +63917 8167820
Visayas Region/Victor Vertulfo - miketulfo@yahoo.com - +63933 597 0652
Mindanao Region/Christopher Romano - cyr.offero@gmail.com - +63932 7694156
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Advisers:
Lito Villarin - 0917 4123111
Mike Tuazon - 0917 1260953
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