# United States Hang Gliding and Paragliding Assn Inc.

- **Website:** <https://ushpa.org>
- **Primary alias:** `ushpa.org`
- **Employees:** 201+
- **Location:** Santa Barbara, California, United States
- **Company kind:** NON PROFIT

## Description

USHPA (United States Hang Gliding and Paragliding Association) is a renowned brand providing exhilarating foot-launched ultralight flight experiences. Their offerings include hang gliding, paragliding, and speedflying, each offering a unique blend of transport, setup, and flight characteristics. Hang gliding, with roots dating back to Leonardo da Vinci, offers an indescribable feeling of freedom and awe-inspiring views. Similar to mountain biking, skiing, and climbing, the risks involved in hang gliding, paragliding, and speedflying largely depend on individuals' approach and adherence to safety protocols. The history of these sports is deeply intertwined with mankind's millennia-old dream of human flight, starting from Icarus to the early 20th-century pioneers Otto Lilienthal, Octave Chanute, and John Montgomery. USHPA provides comprehensive resources, training, ratings, and certifications for aspiring pilots, along with safety guidelines and access to a wide network of flying sites. Join USHPA to experience the magic of soaring through the skies and become a part of the thriving community of fellow aviation enthusiasts.

## Industries

- ✈️ Air Travel _(under Travel and Tourism)_
- ✈️ Travel and Tourism

## Links

- [youtube](https://youtube.com/user/USHangGlidingParagli)
- [twitter](https://twitter.com/ushpafreeflight)
- [instagram](https://instagram.com/ushpafreeflight)
- [linkedin](https://linkedin.com/company/ushpa)
- [facebook](https://facebook.com/ushpafreeflight)

## Logos & icons

- icon _(primary)_ — JPEG — [download](https://cdn.brandfetch.io/idXvS8y5S1/w/565/h/566/theme/dark/icon.jpeg?c=1bxid64Mup7aczewSAYMX&t=1774022681577)
- logo _(primary)_ — PNG — [download](https://cdn.brandfetch.io/idXvS8y5S1/w/2059/h/563/theme/dark/logo.png?c=1bxid64Mup7aczewSAYMX&t=1761633742863)

## Colors

| Name | Hex | Theme |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Alizarin Crimson | #dc251c | accent |
| Smalt | #002495 | dark |
| Cornflower | #a2d2ea | light |

## Fonts

- proxima-nova — asset _(custom)_
- Helvetica Neue — asset _(custom)_
- Montserrat — asset _(google)_

## Imagery

- banner _(primary)_ — JPEG — [download](https://cdn.brandfetch.io/idXvS8y5S1/w/1500/h/500/idEMwgunfy.jpeg?c=1bxid64Mup7aczewSAYMX&t=1698256339906)

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