As a tandem pilot on Pilatus, I’ve been accompanying guests for several years on paragliding tandem flights above Lucerne and Lake Lucerne. My name is Christian Rüttimann—I’m an environmental engineer, a mountain sports enthusiast, and have been at home in the alpine scene since my youth. Calmness, discipline, and safety shape my flying style; this creates a relaxed atmosphere where passengers feel comfortable at all times.
Thanks to many years of practice, I master both enjoyable soaring flights and more dynamic thermal and acrobatic maneuvers—ideal for guests who consciously want a more intense adventure. My strong weather knowledge, complemented by years of mountain tours and cross-country flights, helps me make optimal takeoff and landing decisions and deliver safe, unforgettable flight experiences.
Personal contact matters to me: before every flight I take time for a thorough briefing, answer your questions, and respond individually to your wishes. Whether a calm panoramic flight, a family-friendly first experience, or a sporty Eagle / Dragon flight—I adapt the flight to your level and make sure you land safely with great memories.
✅ 8 years of flying experience, including 5 years as a tandem pilot – solid routine in the Alps.
✅ Calm, disciplined flying style – ideal for first-time flyers and families.
✅ Experienced in acrobatics and dynamic flying – for guests looking for more adrenaline.
✅ Sound weather knowledge – sharpened through mountaineering and cross-country flying experience.
✅ Passenger-oriented & friendly – time for questions and a personal introduction.
✅ Regional expertise – excellent knowledge of the mountains of Central Switzerland, from my private experience on foot and in the air on cross-country flights in the Alps.
If you agree with the conditions below and the weather cooperates, you can book directly here on this page—then you’re guaranteed to fly with me. I’m looking forward to taking off with you.
There’s no strict age limit, but a basic level of fitness is required. Flying isn’t ideal for children under six, though it may be possible after prior consultation – as long as they meet the minimum height requirement of 1.20 meters.
Minimum height: 1.20 meters
Maximum height: 2.20 meters
Weight: 15 to 100 kg – Flights for passengers over 100 kg are possible on selected days with strong updrafts.
Please note: Flights must be done sober. For safety reasons, full responsiveness and decision-making ability are required.
Up to 48 hours before your flight, you can reschedule yourself or cancel for a 95% refund or a voucher—after that, the deposit is retained, and within 24 hours the flight is charged. (GTC)
Reschedule until 48h before: Change your date online yourself (no support needed).
Cancel until 48h before: Choose 95% refund or a voucher.
Less than 48h before: The deposit is kept to cover planning and short-notice cancellation costs.
Within 24h / no-show: The flight is charged and any voucher entitlement expires, as the slot can rarely be rebooked at such short notice.
Meet our tandem pilots here. With one click on “Book a flight with me now”, you’ll go straight to the pilot’s calendar where you can instantly check availability and book.
If you’d like to learn more about the person behind the wing, head to the “Pilot profile” for extra details — such as flight experience, favourite take-off sites, or what motivates them to fly.
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