Paramotor flying course

Paramotor flying is one of the purest forms of flying. Under the screen (also called the wing) you fly with a small motor on your back. Completely open and free. During this introductory course you learn what it takes to get your paramotor license.

About paramotor flying

Paramotor flying is done with a screen, the wing, and the paramotor. Paramotor flying is possible with a foot start or with a trike. With the foot start you only have the motor on your back and you hang in a harness. With a trike you are in the trike, where the engine is on the back. The paramotor is a small motor of approximately 20 kilos. This allows you to easily take all things with you. It is the world's most compact aircraft. Because of the engine you can create your own lift so that you can gain altitude. This means that a mountain or winch is no longer necessary, such as with paragliding.

Location

You follow this course in the Flevopolder. The exact location is determined depending on the (weather) conditions. After booking you will be informed about exactly where you are expected for the course.

The introductory course

During the course you will briefly treat the three components of the course. These components are: theory, ground training and flight training. You will become acquainted with all three of these components during this course of approximately 2.5 hours. After the basic principles have been treated on the ground, you conclude with a flying lesson of at least 20 minutes. This flying lesson is a tandem flight in a trike.

Theory

To obtain the pilot license for paramotor flying, you must follow theory for 7 subjects and take 7 exams. The main points are discussed during the introductory course. The theory is subdivided into: flight technology, aerodynamics, meteorology, paramotor & equipment, rules & regulations, navigation and nature & environment.

Ground training

To be able to safely go airborne, good ground training is required. This is mainly about becoming familiar with the material and how to keep the screen under control. During the lessons 'ground training' you learn how to operate the wing in all kinds of different scenarios.

Flight training

The practical part of the introductory course consists of a tandem flight together with an instructor. During this flying lesson in the trike you experience the real paramotor flying and you feel the freedom.

For whom

You do not need any experience for the introductory course. You fly with an experienced instructor. There are a few things to keep in mind:

• Put on sturdy work or sport shoes and clothing in which you move easily. Wear something that can get dirty. You can stumble in the grass
• In terms of condition: you must be able to run a few steps and move easily
• During the flight it is no colder than on a bicycle
• The total program takes approximately 2.5 to 3 hours

The entire course

After this course you know exactly what it takes to get your paramotor license (PGL). If you fall in love with the sport and you register for the main course after the introductory course, you will get a refund of the introductory course.

Extras

• The concluding flying lesson takes at least 20 minutes, but the longer the more fun of course. You can extend the duration of the flight to 30 or even 45 minutes.
• We can read the booklet "Theory of flying, how does an airplane fly?" and send the gift voucher by post to you within the Netherlands. The booklet is only available in Dutch. This booklet fits best with the paramotor course. This way the fun can start right away!

You select the options in the [compile] (/ compile / paramotor) of the course day.