which instruments are involved in it?
Foot-launched powered hang gliders.
Paragliding
Foot-launched powered hang gliders are powered by an engine and propeller in pusher configuration.
how long do gliders stay in the air Glider pilots can stay airborne for hours by flying through air that is ascending as fast or faster than the glider itself is descending, thus gaining potential energy. is it a sport? Yes, a competitive air sport. how is it done? Pilots fly unpowered aircraft known as gliders or sailplanes using naturally occurring currents of rising air in the atmosphere to remain airborne. does it face any challenges? UNANSWERABLE are there any competitions of it held? Local and national competitions along with biennial World Championships. what is the championship mentioned about? It is a gliding competition held every two years or so. who organizes it? The FAI Gliding Commission. when was it founded? The Commission was founded in 1932. does it present any awards? The Commission makes awards for great achievements and meritorious service. Eg- The Lilienthal Medal. are there any other sports related to it? Yes, hang gliding and paragliding. what does the latter mean? It is the recreational and competitive adventure sport of flying paragliders. what different techniques are used in it? Landing involves lining up for an approach into wind and, just before touching down, "flaring" the wing to minimise vertical and/or horizontal speed.
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Paragliding [SEP] Powered hang glider
Foot-launched powered hang gliders are powered by an engine and propeller in pusher configuration. An ordinary hang glider is used for its wing and control frame, and the pilot can foot-launch from a hill or from flat ground.