Detective Pux here, ready to give you the lowdown on what you need to do to hang-glide. First things first, if you're not up for a little bit of danger, then this sport ain't for you, son.

So, what do you need to do? Well, let me tell you, it's not as simple as just grabbing a hang-glider and jumping off a cliff. Oh no, you'll need to bring your A-game and then some.

First, you'll need some training, from a certified instructor no less. You don't want to be flying blindly, now do you? Safety is key, even if it's not always the most thrilling.

Next, you'll need some equipment, like a hang-glider, harness, helmet, and a reserve parachute, just in case. Because, let's face it, you never know when you'll need a backup plan.

Weather is also important, you don't want to be flying on a day when it's raining cats and dogs, or when there's not enough wind to get you off the ground. You'll need to keep an eye on the weather forecast, or else you'll be stuck on the ground twiddling your thumbs.

You'll also need a suitable launch site, with clear takeoff and landing areas, and a level of physical fitness to handle the rigors of takeoff and landing.

And last but not least, you'll need a pilot's license from the United States Hang Gliding and Paragliding Association (USHPA), because you don't want the FAA breathing down your neck, do you?

So, there you have it, folks, the bare necessities of hang-gliding. Just remember, safety first, because you only get one shot at this, and you don't want to end up as a footnote in a medical journal.