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What Makes The Powered Parachute So Stable?
The
Pendulum effect (pilot and airframe form a
mass suspended by lines leading to the
airfoil) provides self-compensating
stability due to the effect of gravity.
How Fast Does It Fly?
The airspeed
of a Powered Paraglider is determined by the
choice of Paraglider. Airspeed will be
between 22 to 30 miles per hour depending on
the choice of Paraglider and it’s loading
(total weight of pilot/powerunit). The
ground speed is determined by the speed and
direction of the wind relative to the
pilot’s chosen flight path.
How Does The Parachute Deploy?
For take-off,
lay out the Paraglider on the ground in a
horseshoe shape. A forward run into the wind
and coordinated upward movement of the arms
brings the Paraglider to life as air fills
it’s cells to become an airfoil. As more
speed is gained the Paraglider lifts the
pilot into the air.
What if the engine quits?
The
Para-Lite™ Powered Paraglider uses
reliable 2 stroke engines, should they run
out of fuel unlikely event they should stop
running in the air the pilot glides the
Powered Paraglider to a safe landing spot
(the pilot only loses the ability to gain
altitude). Directional control is available
with or without power. In fact soaring the
same wing without the engine is possible
from a hill or towed launch.
Do I Need A Pilot's License?
NO. There are
no certification standards for pilots or
equipment in the USA. The FAA considers a
Powered Paraglider as an ultralight aircraft
(verify rules in your country through the
appropriate regulating Agency). For further
information on flight regulation for Powered
Paragliders view Federal Aviation Regulation
Part 103. To fly tandem the pilot must be
issued a Waiver to part 103 and fly for
Instructional Use Only.
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