Requirements for Participation

 

The following requirements, according to article 14, are necessary

a) Vision not less than 5/10 for each eye, also with the use of corrective lenses. A certificate from an optician must state whether lenses are necessary during flights

b) Normal field of vision

c) Ability to perceive color/transparency

d) Ability to hear voices at normal conversation levels in each ear, at not less than a distance of 2 m. and with shoulders turned to examiner

e) Normal hearing functions

f) Absence of any psychological or psycho-physical abnormality which prohibits high altitude activities. Indications of such conditions will annul certifcate

The school organizes medical examinations at the center

 

Certificate Examinations

Official examinations for certification are carried out in the center and take place on a semi-annual schedule after completion of the course. Exams are given in the presence of an examiner with the Aereo Club d'Italia.
It is necessary to obtain a "nulla osta, in bolla," from the questura of residency

 

Apparel

It is advisable to wear comfortable clothing that allows for freedom of movement, ie. jeans and cotton t-shirt. Trekking or hiking boots are ideal for running take-offs.
A head cap is recommended for evening hours as the courses take place at 1450m s.l.m.
The center can furnish some equipment.