Paramotoring Course

Training

Training can be on a one to one basis but is usually 1x4 on day 1. You can have the confidence that you get the right amount of the instructor’s attention when being trained. If you have had part training prior, i.e. parachute jumps or static line, or a complete novice we can accommodate your requirements and train you to a competent standard.

Paramotoring

Almost anyone can learn to fly a paramotor. However, a degree of fitness and mental agility is required. Although it is easy to fly, it is nonetheless still "aviation". The pilot's attitude to safety and airmanship is what ensures an accident free flying career. Remember there are old pilots and there are bold pilots, but no old bold pilots!

The CAA has deregulated paramotoring in the UK , some fliers choose not to follow a regulated training scheme - however, it is advisable that training is undertaken before attempting to fly. In practice you must learn to control a paraglider (ground handling) very well before you embark on any paramotoring. Inflation techniques (getting the canopy to come up overhead), launching, turning, controlling flying speed, landing approach, landing, and canopy handling are all skills which need to be mastered.

As well as practical work, you will have to learn some basics in the following subjects: principles of flight, meteorology, aviation law and navigation. Obviously if you already have an aviation background, your learning curve will be accelerated (for example, a PPL holder will have already have knowledge of some theoretical topics, and his experience and airmanship will accelerate him through the course).

What Qualifications Can I Get?

The BHPA has a pilot rating scheme which allows you to achieve a rating in both paragliding and paramotoring, and also looks after the training and licensing of instructors. The BHPA also arranges insurance cover for various aspects of the sports. Of course, as paramotoring is deregulated in the UK , some fliers choose to "self-teach", although this is not a route we would recommend for personal safety reasons.

Starting point for you. Beginners two day familiarisation course

As you are probably aware, before you can fly a paramotor, you need a fair degree of competence. It is our policy to teach our students before any powered flying may be attempted. This is why we offer the two day familiarisation course. As well as learning the basic theory of flying a paraglider, you will be thoroughly introduced to the equipment, learn safety techniques, canopy handling and inflation techniques.

Initially, this involves: site assessment, safety techniques, preparation, canopy handling work, forward and reverse take offs, landing practice, etc, until your instructor judges that you are ready for your first powered flight. We have a network of paramotoring schools which we can recommend in your area.

How Much Does Paramotoring Cost?

With a budget of around £4,500 - £5,500 (depending on the unit chosen) you can buy new equipment and cover the basic tuition fees, Second hand equipment is sometimes available, reducing the figure a little. The beauty of flying a paramotor is that you won't need to pay landing fees, hangarage, trailer, CofA renewals, check flights etc. Running costs are minimal - an hour's flying costs less than £4.50 in fuel and oil!

There are many other accessories which we can supply. Including instrumentation, a GPS (global positioning system), wind speed indicator, windsock, radio transceiver, headset, emergency back up parachute, map holder, thinsulate flying suit, flying boots, helmet with ear defenders etc.