The ION is approved for schooling, so of course we don’t make any demands on the pilot’s skills, but we would like to remind every pilot of the importance of individual responsibility at this point.

Every pilot, who flies on their own has to be able to decide if their skills and equipment is adequate for the respective conditions. The Ion 2 offers superior safety but even on such a glider with maximum passive safety, misjudgements may have serious consequences.

The best way to avoid misjudgements is a defensive approach to the sport. Some times it makes sense to pass on a flight, instead of getting yourself into conditions you cannot handle. Regular training improves your skills and enables you to enjoy your flights, even in more difficult conditions.

If you didn't fly for some time or if you are not familiar with a certain flying area, it makes sense to take professional assistance to increase fun and safety. In this regard we also recommend to attend a SIV course to get to know your glider and yourself better.

Please consider these thoughts!