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| We are now in a position to offer a conversion course from foot launch to Quad, there is a charge of £80, this is for the use of my machine not training, we can also offer a try before you buy scheme, for foot launch paramotoring, you train on our gear, your 1st solo can be done on our gear (deposit and small fee required) how good is that!!!! |
| Powered paragliding, also known as paramotoring, is a form of ultralight aviation where the pilot wears a motor on his or her back (a paramotor) which provides enough thrust to take off using a paraglider wing. It can be launched in still air, and on level ground, by the pilot alone — no assistance is required. In many countries, including the United States, powered paragliding is minimally regulated and requires no license. The ability to fly both low and slow safely, the 'open' feel, the low equipment and maintenance costs, and the portability are claimed to be this type of flying's greatest merits. Powered paragliders usually fly between 15 and 45 mph (25 and 70 km/h) at altitudes from 'foot- dragging in the grass' up to 18,000 ft (5400 m) although most flying is done under 500 ft (150 m) AGL (above ground level). The paramotor, weighing from 45 to 80 pounds (20 to 36 kg) is supported by the pilot during takeoff but then, after a brief run (typically 10 feet or 3 metres), the wing lifts the motor and its harnessed pilot off the ground. After takeoff, the pilot gets into the seat (previously folded for takeoff) and sits suspended beneath the inflated paraglider wing. Control is available using brake toggles in each hand and a hand-held throttle. We only charge £150.00 for training (no matter how long it takes) and we can supply motors and wings, we will not let you fly any piece of junk, our mission is to promote our sport in a safe controlled manner, you can buy a paramotor and wing and go fly it (no rules to say you can't) but not at our club we want you to have fun and enjoy our sport |
| Please call on 07841294593 (England) |