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Roger Kiefer II- An active CFI in with 10+ years of experience flying airplanes. Discussion of safe flying conditions and areas to fly. While there are around 70,000 FAA Certified Flight Instructors in America, only 10,000 - 15,000 of them actively instruct. The best way is to sign up for our 14 day concentrated Sport Pilot training program, or Powered Parachute Boot Camp.This course is designed to take you from having no flight experience to your earning your FAA Powered Parachute Sport Pilot license. "Ask the pilot who flies one." We fly the Powrachute Pegasus, and offer the full line of Powrachute powered parachutes. Two-place equipment can be flown by pilots with either a Sport Pilot or Private Pilot rating for powered parachutes. That means we dont normally have big questions about them. You'll learn the ins and out of paramotor ownership, federal regulations, weather fundamentals, and many other tip and tricks that would take you years to learn on your own. Powered parachuting is probably best thought of as an adventure motorsport. Of course you can also book commercial airlines into Los Angeles International (LAX) or closer to us is Ontario International (ONT), or even into Las Vegas (LAS) at McCarran International as well. Website designed and hosted by: Quachie Media. Training is another expense. This will be the start of your journey to earning your Sport Pilot certificate for powered parachutes, or it can take you to flying a single seat powered parachute that meets the FAA ultralight rules of Part 103. Here is approximate travel times to our location from major cities in the area: If you need a place the staying during training lodging is available in nearby Richland Center WI, or ask us about renting our RV or a room in our airbnb rental. Without flight instructors, we can't train new pilots and get more people interested in the sport. If you are already a flight instructor, then the transition is pretty easy. However, the price you can expect for a good, new, two-seat aircraft can vary from $25,000 to $45,000. I hope that you allow Easy Flight to be a part of your journey. Give us a call and spend a day or more working with our instructors to get you over whatever hurdle you need practice with. For more information, click here. The powered parachute aircraft will perform even better in the cool dense air, and the morning flying times is extended longer in these months. Private pilot offers some additional advantages, mostly being the ability to fly at night, flying powered parachutes with more than two seats (Yes, they exist!) SIGN UP Our Story For more information, click here. (yes, you're all alone up there when solo). Please enable cookies in your browser. Receive theUSPPA training certificate/ratings. When you are finished, you will have the satisfaction of having accomplished something very few people in life get to accomplish, you will be a pilot! We are located in the beautiful high desert of Southern California, in the Los Angeles area, in Apple Valley, which is next door to Victorville just off Interstate 15. Greenleaf, WI 54126 There have been some big changes in the sport over the years as far as equipment, rules, and even training practices go. Getting Started in the Sport of Powered Parachuting, Becoming a Private Pilot Powered Parachute, Become a Powered Parachute Flight Instructor (CFI). We also have two major league baseball teams; the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Los Angeles Angels that you can plan to take in while you're out here on your flying vacation. You will see the best aerobatic powered parachute pilot and 2 time powered parachute World Champion Clyde Poser doing things with a powered parachute that most would believe are not possible, but as you will see, they are, with the right pilot. Those aircraft are almost universally flown as single-place ultralight aircraft, since once you build an aircraft that isnt an ultralight, it is illegal to fly unless it is either certified or operated under an exemption to FAA rules. What powered parachutes are. From powered-parachutes and trikes to traditional fixed wings and even amphibians and rotorcraft, ultralights are fun, exciting, and in most cases, remarkably affordable. He later became a powered parachute BFI (Basic Flight Instructor) under the ASC powered parachute exemption, and then moved over to the EAA powered parachute exemption program, becoming a powered parachute UFI (Ultralight Flight Instructor) for powered parachutes, and a short time after that became a powered parachute UFIE (Ultralight Flight Instructor Examiner). Basic engine maintenance, oil gas mixtures, spark plug gaps, cleaning of engine etc. info@wisconsinpoweredparaglider.com, Copyright 2010 - This Site - All rights reserved. In both types of aircraft, pilots dont have to do anything to keep the aircraft flying upright. We are the only year round, full time powered Getting Started in the Sport of Powered Parachuting, Becoming a Private Pilot Powered Parachute, Become a Powered Parachute Flight Instructor (CFI), Pilot Certificate (upon successful completion of the Practical Test). For more information, click here. That means that (generously) only 0.7% of the active flight instructors in the country can prepare you for your powered parachute sport pilot license. Those are: We make sure that each of those critical areas are covered in the training process. Madcity Paragliding is a Full Time, Year Round paragliding and powered paragliding training center. Contact Us: Roger 262-225-3440 or Sam 262-470-7282, Copyright 2023 WISCONSIN FLIGHT SPORTS, LLC. Slow, low altitude, open cockpit flying is what many people dream about when they have dreams of flight. Vice President: Mark Solper 623-239-7128 av8axfree@gmail.com. Of course you can also book commercial airlines into Los Angeles International (LAX) or closer to us is Ontario International (ONT), or even into Las Vegas (LAS) at McCarran International as well. The Wisconsin Powered Parachute Association is a group of aviation enthusiasts dedicated to the safe operation and enjoyment of flying powered parachutes. The Wisconsin Powered Paraglider Website is here to provide the people in Wisconsin a source for paragliding or paramotor equipment, training and a source for information about this wonderful sport. Inflation of the wing and learning to control right and left brake toggles. These are challenges that nearly all flight instructors and student pilots face, but powered parachute training requires even calmer weather than other aircraft for training. Control of the wing in reverse position and turn to forward launch position. The standard course is to learn the ins and outs of Powered Paragliding froma USPPA instructor at a full time training facility: When entering into training with Wisconsin Powered Paraglider you be come a member of the group and a lifetime member through training. That doesn't happen in this course. Easy Flight is one of the only schools in the United States that can train and certify students for both Sport Pilot and Private Pilot Powered Parachute ratings. Dedicated to the safe operation of the powered parachute! By day 3 or 4 you should be ready for your first solo! Powered parachutes are far safer than most other forms of aviation when flown in the proper conditions. We schedule full paramotor training classes usually once a month from May to October. Spend a few hours with us learning exactly what it takes to fly, and how our aircraft work. And if the course goes over because of weather, we add extra days of training and lodging at no charge to you. We also have two major league baseball teams; the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Los Angeles Angels that you can plan to take in while you're out here on your flying vacation. Clyde is a high time pilot flying everything from powered parachutes to Boeing 767's, and has practiced these maneuvers for many hours. We focus on the areas that the FAA wants us to focus on in Federal Aviation Regulations 61.311: In order to qualify for a sport pilot license, you must have a certain level of flying experience. We cover pattern work, radio operations, navigation, ground reference maneuvers, emergency procedures, and more. PPG is the most affordable form of powered aviation that exists today. With proper flight training, you can earn your FAA powered parachute sport pilot certificate and you can easily fly your powered parachute over open country low for many miles with your best friend, wife or significant other along for the ride in your 2 place powered parachute, enjoying the feel of flight while the ground seems to rush by as you follow the dips & turns with your powered parachute. Simulator training to master flying without ever leaving the ground. We are only about an hour drive from northeast Iowa, southeast Minnesota or northwest Illinois. How to get information on runway lengths at airports of intended use, data on takeoff and landing distances, weather reports and forecasts, and fuel requirements; and. We recognize that and work to make your preparations as thorough (and enjoyable!) Conforms to W3C Standard XHTML & CSS. The pendulum design of powered parachutes prevents you from getting into The kind of training you need depends on the kind of powered parachute you want to fly, your existing experience and ratings, and the kind of flying you want to do. JavaScript is required to operate this site. Light, single-place powered parachutes are flown as ultralights, which means that there are no FAA-required minimum training standards or requirements for a pilot certificate. Powered paragliding is one of the fastest growing sports in general aviation for a reason. When the Sport Pilot program was introduced in 2004, he started making plans to transition to an FAA certificated powered parachute sport pilot and CFI. Learn about your equipment, launching, and landing! If the adventure of flying in powered parachutes sounds like something you would like to experience, then you've come to the right place. That is because the focus is on you, the student pilot. Parachute wings are made out of high strength fabrics and lines. occur. Part 103, If you would like to know what the FAA rules and flight training requirements for flying a 2 place powered parachute are, we have that information available. The Powered Paragliding Course provides the skills and knowledge you need to confidently fly on your own. We are certified instructors by the USPPA and want to make sure you have an enjoyable and safe experience during and after training. Call us to schedule your flight in the Powrachute Pegasus now. I know many have seen these beautiful vistas on television and in movies, but seeing Monument Valley from the view you get while flying a powered parachute is awesome. Secretary: JoAnne Kaminski 922-851-2516 tjkaminski5888@gmail.com. Our love for aviation shows itself in different ways. Most people turn to the internet as a source of information for the sport. (Most powered parachute instructors also instruct in other aircraft and/or have 'day' jobs.) Easy Flight has recognized this problem and has developed a simple solution. You can also enjoy spectacular vistas (like Monument Valley) from high above the earth, flying many thousands of feet up in the air, seeing for many miles in all directions while you seem to hardly move at all. Every effort is made to ensure that the information contained on this web site is accurate and describes activities, actions, techniques and methods that safely operate Powered Parachute aircraft. More importantly, we provide a one-to-one student/teacher ratio so that we can dedicate ourselves to the process as much as you will. Accident reporting requirements of the National Transportation Safety Board. Call us today at (760) 242-3359 or click here to send us an email to schedule your introduction to the fun of low & slow Magic Carpet flight in Powered Parachutes. Some people just want to possess one of the most exotic ratings in the FAA inventory! Learn about your equipment, launching, and landing! In it, you'll find recommendations for students and flight instructors who wish to learn and train to fly powered parachutes under the rules of Part 103. If this doesn't look Like FunI don't know what does! Some of the most important people in the sport of powered parachuting are the flight instructors. If you are new to the world of FAA ratings, then what you will be doing is called a practical test. Clyde is a high time pilot flying everything from powered parachutes to Boeing 767's, and has practiced these maneuvers for many hours. We are a small group of PPG pilots in Wisconsin who want to grow and share our love for flying and to enjoy the freedom of flight. Like any other motorsport, a new powered parachute is going to cost money. In the Federal Aviation Regulations, 61.313 (g), the FAA requires that in order for you to be able to apply for a sport pilot license in powered parachutes you must: Log at least 12 hours of flight time in a powered parachute Including at least 10 hours dual flight training Including at least 2 hours of solo flight training After all, the benefits are the abilities to fly better, more capable aircraft and the ability to take someone along for the flight. Paramotor Training in Wisconsin USPPA Approved School There is absolutely no license required to fly a powered paraglider (paramotor) in the US and anyone can do it. We are also about 2 hours from Los Angeles' LAX & Orange County's John Wayne Airport. There is certainly more to getting an FAA pilot license than being able to fly the aircraft, but that is what we focus on first at Easy Flight. Ask about training payment plan (contractual paying costs as you go), With the purchase of a equipmentpackage fromWisconsin PoweredParaglider, Quad Training $1600, Foot Launch Training $1800, With the purchase of a equipmentpackage and use of rental loaner equipment fromWisconsin PoweredParaglider, Quad Training $2000, Foot Launch Training $2200, Without the purchase of a equipment package (bring your own gear), Quad Training $2600, Foot Launch Training $2800, Refresher Course Available negotiated rates, Daily and Hourly Rates are Available(can be negotiated / typically $33 per hour / $300 per day). Includes free equipment rental during training, and $500 off equipment purchase. BOOK AN INTRODUCTION RIDE TODAY call or book on facebook. Why powered parachutes are the ideal way for you to fulfill your dreams of recreational flight. Only 3 students are allowed per instructor. It is similar to the transition process for an airplane pilot becoming a powered parachute pilot. That velocity allows them to autorotate to the ground without power. Even if your interest is simply in helping other people and perhaps that's the best reason you should consider becoming a powered parachute flight instructor. If you want to store it at an airport, then there will be hangar fees that amount to a monthly rent. But it is also an improvement over even well-designed airplanes, which only have neutral stability. Powered parachute wings nearly always remain inflated and flying. The airspace you are flying in is a big deal. We aim to give the best value for time and money. There are also pictures from the color country chute festivals of the past, with the aerial ballet. The sky is divided into controlled and uncontrolled airspace and you need to understand which airspace you can enter under what circumstances. (Review of part 103 of FAA regulation pertaining to ultralights.). The parachute wing is always flying. For those who fly from their own property, there wont be any direct costs except for making room for the aircraft in a garage or outbuilding. We are a fully certified USPPA school and are happy to issue PPG1, PPG2 and PPG3 certifications to qualified students. Anyone is welcome to come watch, learn, train and or fly with us in the area. Of course the internet is a great place to go to learn about things, but a lot of data is often wrong or dated, depending on the web site. Join Mike (262) 539-5435 at our original training site near Bristol, Wisconsin or John (847) 322-9795 in . Of course you need to still be able to operate the equipment safely and understand the FAA rules that do apply. In contrast, the pricing for new light sport airplanes is from $50,000 to $150,000 and occasionally higher. Powered winch tows for first off ground experience. Our Mission: The WPPA is dedicated to the on-going education of the safe operation of powered parachutes and to promote the sport of powered parachuting. OurXENIT TRIKE is a great way to experiencePowered Paragliding! (c) Copyright 1996-2016, Inland Paraflite, Inc. All rights reserved. The carts can be either three-wheeled or four-wheeled and the engines vary in power from roughly 40 horsepower up to as much 190 horsepower. Again this is to both prepare you for your license and to help you become a true aviator. For more instructor information, click here. In the rare event that a pilot or winds stall a parachute, the stall is easy to recover from. Every effort is made to ensure that the information contained on this web site is accurate and describes activities, actions, techniques and methods that safely operate Powered Parachute aircraft. Helicopters must maintain a certain velocity in order to autorotate if their engines quit. Back to the Top With our one-to-one student/teacher ratio, we stack the odds for success in your favor. For pilots wanting to fly their own airplane into local airports from anywhere in America to airports in our area for powered parachute flying, we have Apple Valley KAPV, Southern California Logistics in Victorville KVCV, Hesperia L26, and we're just down the mountain from Big Bear Lake airport L35 and ski resorts. Airplanes can be stalled, which means the wing stops flying. Training can be done as you come and time allows (one working session or one weekend)or in a straight 7 to 10 day course. However, some wheeled parawing aircraft are marketed as powered paraglider trikes or quads. These fabrics are lighter and dont rely on metal structures to hold their shapes. A powered parachute is very stall resistant due to its positive stability. It accomplishes this through it's annual safety clinic, fly-ins, newsletters, website information and general meetings. Our flight school offers professional flight training in an informative and fun way with your safety being our number one concern. This is the perfect way to find out if this is the sport for you. Principles of aerodynamics, powerplants, and aircraft systems. 1993, making us one of the most experienced powered parachute flight training If you find these costs or rates are not acceptable for you, it is negotiable to a rate of equal value with competition. Many of us not only enjoy flight, but want to share the experience with others. But while the skill of flying can be picked up quickly, powered parachutes still share the sky with plenty of other aircraft and their pilots need to know the 'rules of the road'. Review of the various parts of the paraglider wing and what they do and why. Discovery Flight, The First Flight Course is the beginning of our pilot training program. It includes all the training books and materials you will need, a one to one flight instructor to student ratio and of course a powered parachute aircraft to train in. The cost will be put towards your full training. For more information on our Sport Pilot powered parachute accelerated training program, click here. LONDON Assists with ground training, weather theory, and airspace. Flying powered parachutes allows you to safely get low over the open countryside, giving you a spectacular view, allowing you some great photo opportunities. Bottom line, powered parachuting remains the least expensive form of flying. Reverse launches simulated without engine. The carts can be either three-wheeled or four-wheeled and the engines vary in power from roughly 40 horsepower up to as much 190 horsepower. This was a requirement prior to doing the practical tests (also known as check rides) for powered parachute sport pilot and CFI. You will not need to take a knowledge test again, but you will have to get all of the dual training hours (including dual night hours), just like someone seeking their first private pilot rating. He then was selected to attend and went to the FAA examiner school in June of 2006 and earned his powered parachute DPE (Designated Pilot Examiner) rating. Dedicated to the safe operation of the powered parachute! WARNING: Be cautious of Used Gear on Facebook or eBay! It's important that you learn to fly from someone you like and can trust. Effects of density altitude on takeoff and climb performance. Powered Parachuting is a sport that most people can enjoy. People ask "how safe are these powered parachutes? Two seat powered parachutes and the sport pilot rules allow that to happen. Other attractions close are the Disney parks, & Knott's Berry Farm, 90 minutes south of us in Orange County. 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