Mahony Aviation - Terms and Conditions

COURSE BOOKING CONDITIONS

1. I am medically fit and free from any illness, medication or disability that could affect my safety or the safety of others whilst flying paragliders, paramotors, paratrikes and tandem wings. If I am unsure whether I am fit enough to fly for any reason, I will contact Paul Mahony trading as Mahony Aviation before making a booking.

2. I am over the age of 14 years old and within the necessary height and weight limits.

3. I can read, write and understand English.

4. I agree to pay either:

(a) The full amount of all fees into our bank account at the time of booking or

(b) A 25% deposit at the time of booking into our bank account and the balance of all fees in cash at the start of the course.

5. I understand and accept that deposits are not refundable and that lessons are not transferable to another person.

6. I understand and accept that any cancellations must be in writing.

7. I understand and accept that in the event of a cancellation, 75% of the total course fee will be refunded.

8. I understand that Mahony Aviation reserve the right to cancel flying at any time on safety grounds.

9. I shall not consume ANY alcohol during or in the 8 hours preceding tuition or be under the influence or suffering from the effects of excessive alcohol consumption.

10. I understand that I am strongly advised to take out adequate travel and personal accident insurance at the time of booking.

11. I will arrive at the course enrolment time and I understand and accept that late or non-arrival may result in the forfeit of lessons.

12. I will ensure that any prerequisite documentation will be made available at the time of course enrolment.

13. I understand and accept that my eventual level of competence is mainly dependent on my age & learning ability and that no guarantee is implied that I will attain a particular level of flying skill upon completion of any of the courses.

14. I agree to operate the equipment and act under the instructions given to me during the course by the instructor(s). I understand that the instructors’ decision to cease flying or terminate the course of any student for whatever reason is final and binding.

15. I agree to abide by the BHPA’s Rules & Civil Aviation Authority’s Regulations and I will conduct myself in a responsible and safety conscious manner at all times during the course.

16. I understand that whilst every conceivable effort is made by Paul Mahony (trading as Mahony Aviation) to reduce all risks to an acceptable level, the flying of paragliders, paramotors, paratrikes and tandem wings can be a dangerous activity even when practised by experienced pilots in perfect weather conditions.

17. Considering that Mahony Aviation is based in then UK, all matters pertaining to or arising from a booking and the contractual relationship between the parties are ruled by UK law.