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THE MOST QUALIFIED PILOTS
Do you want to fly accompanied by an experienced pilot or learn on your own? For over 40 years Etna Fly school has been offering these possibilities. With its operational headquarters in Letojanni (ME), near Taormina, we offer courses and tandem paragliding flights throughout the beautiful Sicily.
- Pilots of international prestige
- High-quality service
- In-depth local weather knowledge
The team boasts the presence of great names in the field of flight, such as the national and world champion Marco Busetta and Gabriele D'Arrigo, son of Angelo, a well-known record-breaking pilot.
Why choose our pilots?
Flying with experienced and qualified pilots will be a complete, easy, and safe experience. Trusting the right team is essential.
Longer Flights
With pilots specializing in cross-country flights and the presence of thermal updrafts, we will create tailor-made flights for you!
Together with Who You Want
With the largest team of tandem pilots in southern Italy, we can offer you the joy of flying with your friends, simultaneously.
Acrobatic!
We are also capable of performing the most advanced and exciting acrobatics.
Rock & roll!
Satisfied clients in 30+ years of activity
Pilots
Total flight hours
Flight sites covered across Sicily
RATES AND FLIGHT SITES
the rates of our main flights
Flying Spots
Takeoffs between Messina and Catania
Tandem flights with paragliding pilots authorized to carry passengers.
All-inclusive rates (video and photos, transport to takeoff, equipment, insurance coverage)
Flight duration varies with weather conditions (updrafts)
Gallodoro
(altitude difference 500 meters)
One of the most frequent flights with a view over the Strait of Messina and the gulf of Letojanni.
Flight duration: Up to 15-20 min
Ideal times: 9-14
Landing: Letojanni Beach
100 €
Castelmola
(altitude difference 800 meters)
Flight with a breathtaking view: Etna, Castelmola, and Taormina.
Flight duration: Up to 25-30 min
Ideal times: 10-16
Landing: Letojanni Beach
150 €
Zafferana Etnea
(altitude difference 400 meters)
Takeoff at almost 1000 meters above sea level. Flight with a view of Etna and the Ionian Sea
Flight duration: Up to 15-20 min
Ideal times: 10-14
Landing: Field near the city
120 €
Flying Spots
Takeoffs between Messina and Palermo
TANDEM FLIGHTS WITH PARAGLIDING PILOTS AUTHORIZED TO CARRY PASSENGERS.
ALL-INCLUSIVE RATES (VIDEO AND PHOTOS, TRANSPORT TO TAKEOFF, EQUIPMENT, INSURANCE COVERAGE)
FLIGHT DURATION VARIES WITH WEATHER CONDITIONS (UPDRAFTS)
Capo Milazzo
(altitude difference 50-200 meters)
Glide like seagulls over the majestic sea of Milazzo
Flight duration: Up to 25-30 min
Ideal times: 10-19
Landing: Capo Takeoff or Milazzo Beach
120 €
Gioiosa Guardia
(altitude difference 800m)
Flight with a view of Tindari and the Aeolian Islands
Flight duration: Up to 25-30 min
Ideal times: 10-14
Landing: San Giorgio Beach or Patti Marina
150 €
Capo Calavà
(altitude difference 460 meters)
Flight with a view of Gioiosa Marea, the Aeolian Islands, and Capo D'Orlando
Flight duration: Up to 20-25 min
Ideal times: 10-19
Landing: Calavà Beach (Village)
120 €
Piraino
(altitude difference 600 meters)
Flight with a view of Gioiosa Marea and the Aeolian Islands
Flight duration: Up to 15-20 min
Ideal times: 10-16
Landing: Gioiosa Marea Beach
120 €
Island of Vulcano
(altitude difference 480 meters)
Flight with a breathtaking view of the Aeolian Islands
Flight duration: Up to 25-30 min
Ideal times: 10-18
Landing: Black beaches or little port beach
220 €
Island of Lipari
(altitude difference 520 meters)
Flight with a breathtaking view of the Aeolian Islands
Flight duration: Up to 25-30 min
Ideal times: 10-18
Landing: Canneto Beach
230 €
Cefalù
(altitude difference 300-600 meters)
Various takeoffs in the beautiful setting of Cefalù
Flight duration: Up to 15-20 min
Ideal times: 10-18
Landing: Salinelle Beach
130 €
TRANSPORTS
SHUTTLE SERVICE
The shuttle service from Letojanni to the takeoffs is included in the pilot flight rates.
By reservation, we also offer:
- Transfers/pick-up at hotels for our passengers
- Pilots' transport with equipment from the Letojanni landing site (Open in Google Maps) to the Gallodoro takeoffs (500m) and Castelmola (Monte Veneretta) 800m
GIFT CARD
Gift a flight
PILOTS
our pilots
Maria Jose Isaia
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GALLERY
PHOTO GALLERY
CONTACT
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Addresses
A.S.D. Etna Fly
Our landing sites (meeting points):
A) At Etna Fly Info point (info kiosk from April to November)
Car park entrance on the beach Open in Google Maps
Via pastificio, 5 - 98037 - Letojanni (ME)
B) At Il Girasole Lounge Bar Via Michelangelo Garufi, 2 - 98037 - Letojanni (ME) Open in Google Maps
info@etnafly.com
Opening hours
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Paragliding in Sicily with the best pilots. Trust the experience of those who TEACH TO FLY! Paragliding tandem flights in Sicily with best pilots!
Fly with the paraglider in Sicily with the best pilots!
Welcome to the national sport flight school Etna Fly, founded by Angelo D'Arrigo, multiple champion and world record holder. Whether you want to learn or have a simple flying experience, a team of high-level instructors and pilots awaits you, like world champion Marco Busetta. For over 30 years, the point of reference in Sicily for those who want to approach the magical world of free flight. These are the opportunities we offer you to fly: - Tandem paragliding flight throughout Sicily, with the best pilots authorized to carry passengers. (Main sites suitable for tandem: Taormina, Letojanni, Gallodoro, Castelmola, Patti, Gioiosa Marea, Calavà, Piraino, Pollina, Cefalù, Caltagirone, Mirabella Imbaccari, Niscemi) - Introductory mini-course to free flight. - Training courses for obtaining the VDS single-seater and two-seater license Pilots services: - Paragliding equipment rental (Swing Arcus6, Woody Valley, Supair) - Fly tours in Sicily - Takeoff guide
OPEN DAY AT THE SCHOOL FIELD The open day is an afternoon dedicated to those who want to approach this wonderful sport with ease. It is the first (free) paragliding lesson held at our school field in Fiumefreddo. Under the guidance of the instructor, you will learn the basic takeoff techniques in paragliding that will make you discover, while having fun, the incredible potential of free flight. It is recommended to wear sports and breathable clothing and high trekking shoes are mandatory.
For info and reservations contact Gabriele D'Arrigo +39 3468537032 Marco Busetta +39 3284856436
For info: email: info@etnafly.com Marco Busetta cell. +39 328 4856436 ETNA FLY - ANGELO D'ARRIGO N° 87 via delle Ginestre 32/b 95030 - Pedara (CT) Email: info@etnafly.com