Last November, under the Florida sun that painted the sky in hues of gold and crimson during flight windows, I embarked on a nine-day powered paragliding training adventure with a few of my co-workers. What ensued was an experience that defied gravity and left us all with a newfound respect for the art of flight. From mastering the intricacies of takeoff and landing to navigating the skies with precision and grace, each day brought a fresh exhilaration that deepened our bond with the open skies…