Powered Paragliding Quick Specs:
Max Altitude
18,000 legally, but most folks fly less than 500ft.
Speed
15-40 mph.
Depends on wing model, size and clip-in weight.
Weight
35-65 Lbs.
Cost (New)
$3500-6500 Motor/Frame
$2500-4000 Wing
Payload
100 - 550 Lbs. Powerful tandem units provide the highest payload.
Fuel
2 - 5 US Gallons
Auto fuel or AV Gas & 2-stroke oil.
Range
45-125 miles (no wind)
Endurance
1 - 6 hrs.
Training
1-3 Days Solo,
5-8 Days to become certified PPG1/2 level.
Transport & Storage
Small Car, Room corner
Motor
12-30 hp Two-Stroke.
Propeller
30"-51" Wood or composite. 2-4 blade. Larger props spun through reduction drives.
Launch/Land Area
Medium sized backyard for experienced pilots,
Football field for new pilots.
Glide Ratio
6:1 With a motor. Wings are usually higher but the motor adds drag.
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