Falken Air by Sepp Nindl

Paragliding with professionals!

Falken Air consists of self-employed pilots who love to share their passion for flying with their guests.

A highly professional and friendly team of tested and certified tandem professionals and flight instructors make your flight a perfect experience.

We take our time for you, and your safety and trust in us are our top priority!

All our pilots have turned their passion into their profession. Each pilot not only has years of experience in various flying disciplines and with tandem paragliding, but each one also flies almost daily in their free time.

We'll get you safely to the valley!

We glide safely with you from the Schmittenhöhe and other mountain peaks down to the valley! You will discover popular ones sights & attractions of Zell am See and other regions from a bird's eye view.

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how it all began...

About Us

Sepp started paragliding 23 years ago. His interest in flying actually began when he was a small child, as his father's "co-pilot" on countless flights in a propeller plane from Zell am See airfield. Sometimes he even missed school the next day because the planned flight took longer than expected, including an overnight stay. It quickly became clear that flying would be a lifelong passion.

At the age of 17, he began his own career: first solo on countless cross-country flights, acrobatic maneuvers, speed rides and more, and after a few years he was already flying tandems with many friends and relatives. During his studies, he also flew with numerous guests in Tyrol and Salzburg for many tandem companies.

When he took over his family business, "Das Falkenstein – The Flying Hotel," in 2015, Falken Air was also founded. Since then, hundreds of regular guests, friends, and visitors from all over the world have flown with him and other pilots. Here's another one. Article from the top dog.

Sepp

“Man has dreamed of flying like a bird (or falcon ;)) for centuries. We would like to show you exactly this fascinating feeling for a few moments!”

Even outside of professional tandem flying, flying has been a part of Sepp's life for over 20 years: attempting new cross-country flight records in Brazil and the Alps, learning new aerobatic maneuvers (acrobatics) or climbing mountains and then flying from the highest peaks of the Alps.

In combination with skydiving and base jumping, he continuously trains his flying and free-fall skills. Even after the tandem flights, the motivation often doesn't stop and people still train diligently and fly with friends. Here are a few experiences:

Large cross-country flights in the Alps (FAI triangles):

Stoderzinken with 285 km – personal record
Zillertal with 276 km
Antholz with 246 km

Numerous Alpine crossings with paragliders
Large cross-country flights Brazil (Personal Best: 441 and 425 km)
Hike & Fly from the highest peaks of our Alps (Großglockner, Großes Wiesbachhorn, Hocheiser, Großvenediger, Kitzsteinhorn summit, Ortler, and much more.)
adventure and travel with the paraglider in South America, Australia, India, Nepal, Iceland, South Africa, Norway, ...
Acrobatic flights and constant training of new aerobatic maneuvers (Cork, Misty, McTwist, Helico, Infinity Tumbling)
Trained professional photographer, parachutist, Motor gliders and BASE jumper

Magdalena

As the sister of FalkenAir founder Sepp and managing director, Magdalena is the organizational heart of FalkenAir. Whether it's planning, customer contact, organization, or coordinating the team, she ensures with great dedication and passion that everything runs smoothly behind the scenes and that guests and pilots alike feel perfectly taken care of.

But she's not only in her element on the ground: Magdalena has been an enthusiastic paraglider pilot for many years and uses every free minute to be in the air and further develop her flying skills. When she's not flying, you can usually find her in the mountains, climbing, mountain biking, or traveling, always in search of new adventures.

With her positive attitude, organizational talent and enthusiasm for the mountains, she shapes FalkenAir anew every day.

Max

Since 2003, Max has been an indispensable part of the sky; sometimes you get the feeling he spends more time in the air than on the ground.

Whether acro, speed flying, speed riding, cross-country flying, or relaxed soaring – Max feels at home in every discipline. As a test pilot for Flow Paragliders, he also contributes to the development of new paragliders. His passion is complemented by his private pilot's license for small aircraft and skydiving.

At FalkenAir, Max ensures that everything runs smoothly behind the scenes. With his expertise, experience, and organizational skills, he contributes to ensuring that every flight day is perfectly prepared.

Clement

Born in Graz and raised in the city, Klemens has dedicated his life entirely to the mountains and nature.

In winter he works as a snowboard guide in St. Anton am Arlberg, and in summer as a paragliding pilot in Pinzgau. He prefers to spend his time outdoors – where he feels most at home.

„"I am lucky enough to have turned my hobbies into my profession. Even better is being able to share these happy moments with other people."“

Tom

„I fly because I want to be free… and tandem, because I want to make people happy.“

(I fly because I want to be free – and tandem paragliders because I want to make people happy.)

There's really nothing more to say about Tom. With his easygoing nature, his humor, and his infectious enthusiasm, our free spirit creates a great atmosphere from the very first moment – both on the ground and in the air.

Fabian

„"Flying in all its diversity is freedom and life."“

Whether it's a tandem flight, a hike & fly, or a cross-country flight lasting several hours – Fabian uses every free minute to be in the air. This native of the Upper Pinzgau region loves nature, the mountains, and the unique feeling of flying. His greatest joy is sharing this passion with his passengers and giving them unforgettable moments high above the Salzburg region.

Highlights

* Has been flying since 2014
* 260 km FAI triangle through the Pinzgau
* Overall winner of the 33-hour "Bordairrace" competition„
* Numerous flights from Austria's highest mountains

Anna

For Anna, the mountains are more than just a travel destination – they are her home. For over seven years, she has lived in her lovingly converted vintage bus, exploring Europe with it. Flying has been a part of her life for eight years and is her greatest passion – whether paragliding or skydiving.

For her, the most beautiful moment is when her passengers experience the world from a bird's-eye view for the first time. This enthusiasm and her positive nature make every flight a truly special experience.

Tom

Paragliding is Tom's greatest passion, and has been for many years. As a member of the Austrian junior national team, he regularly takes on new flying challenges and continuously develops his skills. Whether in competitions like the Bordairrace, the X-Race, or the Wanderbird, or on demanding hike-and-fly adventures in the mountains, Tom is always enthusiastic and ambitious.

He gladly shares his experience, calm demeanor, and passion for flying with his passengers. For him, safety, trust, and the shared experience are paramount during tandem flights. His goal is to introduce his guests to the unique fascination of flying and give them unforgettable moments high above the mountains – moments that will last a lifetime.

Peter

For Peter, paragliding is far more than a hobby – it's his passion. As an experienced flight instructor, he combines competence, composure, and empathy with a great enthusiasm for the sport of flying.

Especially during tandem paragliding, he manages to instill a sense of security and trust in his passengers from the very first moment. His professional and relaxed manner makes every flight a relaxing and unforgettable experience. Anyone who takes off with Peter immediately feels his passion for flying – and is easily swept away by it.