This video may seem basic to some, but it was great for guys like me who haven't flown yet to understand the whole concept of how to operate a paramotor. Thanks!
Thank you, thank you, thank you !!! This is the first time I've seen a video that covered items like trim and speed bar. I knew the items existed, but didn't know exactly what they did.
Jeff goon and his usppa would not approve of this video. He and his buddies have tried to keep this info from the mass unless you buy his book or are "rated" by his org. What a joke. This is an unregulated and free sport but some people would love to control it, much like a homeowners association president who is a vindictive Nazi. Thanks for the video.
Simple but good stuff.. Instructing on the group and receiving that input requires imagination from the student, seeing it as you manipulate the risers, GOLD...
I liked that basic controls video. I had heard about speedbar but never knew what it did. That makes sense. And i guess the leg movement is the weight shift. I hope you explain more stuff. Thank you.....
I have to comment on your statement at 1:38 and your follow on comment at 1:53. Our paraglider wings are designed to always seek it's own designed optimal glide angle of attack. Adding power doesn't really change that angle, but it does change your entire flying package's angle, because you're increasing the speed of the relative wind. That and the extra lift, due to the excess power over what is needed to maintain straight and level flight, is what makes you climb. Yes, your angle relative to the horizon changes with more power, but not necessarily due to a change in angle of attack, more a change in your pitch attitude. @ 1:53, your statements are correct.
and... the speed bar doesn't change the angle of attack. It actually changes the camber of the mean aerodynamical chord by pulling down a ratio of the leading edge lines. As the airfoil's shape changes, it may in fact seek a different angle of attack as it works to find it's design equilibrium, but that is a function of the wing's lift and drag as you change it's shape from no speed bar, to speed bar extended.
Got thinking if you take some ABS -2" or 4" pipe cap on each end bottom glued put a brass tap on the bottom as a drain you can use it for your Premix oil then just take a measure bottle , Just clamp it on the frame somewhere then your not carrying oil containers in your clothes bag on your lap it`ll stay clean inside .
How often are you adjusting your risers to change the wings angle of attack, and what is the decision process for making that change Thanks for the videos Brian
pilots adjust their trim settings usually to increase their ground speed. So for example if faced with a bit of head wind and the pilot wants to cover some ground, he/she will let the trims out. Conversely if the pilot wants to slow the ground speed or is experiencing turbulence they may adjust the trims in for a slower ground speed and better wing stability
Great video, nice to see one that’s not all about talking shite about others in the sport. Great job. Do you carry a reserve,? And have you ever had a collapse? Or had to throw you res. ? Thanks in advance brother
I have my motorcycle license for the past 6 years and I still haven't purchased a motorcycle I'm wondering if I start this well I purchase a paramotor.
I was going to take lessons, but after seeing this I'm pretty sure I fly it. Maybe I'll watch it again just to be certain. The only thing I need to overcome is my fear of heights, and dying splattered on an interstate.
Can you bring a camera up (DLSR) with a big lens and take photos? Or are your hands always tied up? (Being a photographer) I want to learn this and take aerial photos while on my travels.
What is the approximate ammount of pressure/pull in pounds to opperate the brakes? If ~lbs is not known, please just guesstimate. I ask because I don't have great strength in my left arm and hand.
I've wanted to get into paramoto flying for a few years now, the cost/ initial invest is what's been keeping me from me getting into it not to mention the $ of training on top of the equipment invest
All I can say is shop around for both equipment AND training. DO NOT JUST BUY the first thing someone has in inventory. If weight is important to you, look for lighter higher powered machines like the 185 plus or the Nitro 200. If saftey (at the expense of weight and climb capability) is more important, buy a flat top. The Fresh Breeze is well engineered and backed by German aviation certification standards. It has some great features like it's single pull jettison, but man that thing is heavy. So heavy in fact, that I had a hard time standing up after putting it on from the ground. I want to be able to run well and land without dumping onto the ground because of an overly heavy machine.
What App are you using on your phone please? I am going to be starting Paramotoring soon and am looking for recommendations. Others have suggested PPGpS before.
Nice video! I'm from Alberta and am interested in getting my Ultralight Permit so I can fly a paramotor. Do you know of any places around Edmonton where I can get training and certification so I can fly a paramotor? I'm kind of stumped and don't know where to look. Thanks! Matt
the trims do not increase the angle of Attack....they only lift up the back end of the glider and this decreases drag and in turn increases speed. Your sink rate stays the same except that with trims out, you`re doing it faster. That`s my understanding anyways.
The trims work exactly the same as flaps on an airplane. Raising the trims decreases angle of attack and decreases drag - Lowering trims increases angle of attack and increases drag.
decreasing angle of attack will reduce drag and thus speed you up, angle of attack is the angle between the cord line (middle when looking from a cross section) of the wing and the relative wind (airflow in relation to the wing) so an increase in angle of attack will cause in increase in both lift and drag so if you reduce your angle of attack you reduce drag and increase speed
Adam W I have actually, and do plan on working towards it in the next year. I have spoken to my instructor and hope to start the process in the spring!
Generally a front frontal collapse will only occur due to strong turbulence. This is avoidable in most all situations by pilot decision making. However if one should encounter a collapse, the wings are designed to recover with little or no input from the pilot as long as you have some decent altitude.
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This video may seem basic to some, but it was great for guys like me who haven't flown yet to understand the whole concept of how to operate a paramotor. Thanks!
Great video on the basics. As a pilot, I sometimes forget that people need to hear about how the "simple" things work.
PPGFlyr same thing only I only took a crash course for an 5 day interim
Thank you, thank you, thank you !!! This is the first time I've seen a video that covered items like trim and speed bar. I knew the items existed, but didn't know exactly what they did.
Jeff goon and his usppa would not approve of this video. He and his buddies have tried to keep this info from the mass unless you buy his book or are "rated" by his org. What a joke. This is an unregulated and free sport but some people would love to control it, much like a homeowners association president who is a vindictive Nazi. Thanks for the video.
Most informative paramotor vid I've found yet! please do more of the same type. Thank you! Subscribed!
Good video, I'm eager to get into this sport and this helps for us beginners.
I like your presentation. I don't know much about paramotor but I understand the basics of it now. Thank you.
Learned a lot in this sort video. Thanks for posting!
The only video on TH-cam that is useful
Very well done. Informative yet straight forward. 👍
That was a really good video. Informative and not preachy. I liked it a lot.
Nice video mate - thanks for the explanations on the speed bar and rotors - both of which I had heard about.
Cheers
Jim
It seems pretty straight forward and simple. Thanks for education.
thats the clearest easiest control description I have see so far.. Thannx. Just subbed.
Simple but good stuff.. Instructing on the group and receiving that input requires imagination from the student, seeing it as you manipulate the risers, GOLD...
Nice one! This really demystified a lot of the confusion I had about risers and brakes 😀👌
Superb video! Incredibly informative.
Excellent vid there...well done Sir. Explained very well indeed.
very well explained, probably the best video I've ever seen regarding para motors. Many Thanks for sharing
I liked that basic controls video. I had heard about speedbar but never knew what it did. That makes sense. And i guess the leg movement is the weight shift.
I hope you explain more stuff.
Thank you.....
I have to comment on your statement at 1:38 and your follow on comment at 1:53. Our paraglider wings are designed to always seek it's own designed optimal glide angle of attack. Adding power doesn't really change that angle, but it does change your entire flying package's angle, because you're increasing the speed of the relative wind. That and the extra lift, due to the excess power over what is needed to maintain straight and level flight, is what makes you climb. Yes, your angle relative to the horizon changes with more power, but not necessarily due to a change in angle of attack, more a change in your pitch attitude. @ 1:53, your statements are correct.
and... the speed bar doesn't change the angle of attack. It actually changes the camber of the mean aerodynamical chord by pulling down a ratio of the leading edge lines. As the airfoil's shape changes, it may in fact seek a different angle of attack as it works to find it's design equilibrium, but that is a function of the wing's lift and drag as you change it's shape from no speed bar, to speed bar extended.
thrust changes the angle of flight not the angle of attack...
Good stuff, been waiting for a video like this!
Awesome video! Very descriptive, thank you!
Thanks for the video. My course is in May - Hope to see you up there sometime :)
Super informative, THANK YOU!!!
Great video. I am curious how did you mount your cell phone?
Nice explanation of wing controls, thanks!
Got thinking if you take some ABS -2" or 4" pipe cap on each end bottom glued put a brass tap on the bottom as a drain you can use it for your Premix oil then just take a measure bottle , Just clamp it on the frame somewhere then your not carrying oil containers in your clothes bag on your lap it`ll stay clean inside .
thanks for the basics that was actually very informative
great video. what's the app you have running on your phone?
Great information and great view. Big thanks!
Thanks For the Video. Where did you get your phone holder?
Cool video , regards from Bogotá-Colombia
Wonderful explanation, yet basic and aerodynamically makes sense. My concern is landing!
Thank you for your video great info gonna be getting me one very soon...
Nice video , Very well explained. Thank you
Very useful information, which apps you are using for gps location..?
i was wondering that too
How often are you adjusting your risers to change the wings angle of attack, and what is the decision process for making that change
Thanks for the videos
Brian
pilots adjust their trim settings usually to increase their ground speed. So for example if faced with a bit of head wind and the pilot wants to cover some ground, he/she will let the trims out. Conversely if the pilot wants to slow the ground speed or is experiencing turbulence they may adjust the trims in for a slower ground speed and better wing stability
Well done good video
Wow, great video. I'm thinking about getting into the sport!
Thank you, I'm a retired pilot and these things interest me!
Great video, nice to see one that’s not all about talking shite about others in the sport. Great job. Do you carry a reserve,? And have you ever had a collapse? Or had to throw you res. ? Thanks in advance brother
Thankyou so much for this flight and tell as the controls how thay work appreciate !
what happens if you push two at same time?
sorry for bad english
thanks.
sweet, I can't wait!
Great explanation. Thanks for sharing!
I have my motorcycle license for the past 6 years and I still haven't purchased a motorcycle I'm wondering if I start this well I purchase a paramotor.
Thank you sir, but I was hoping you'd get into the A, B, & C rider uses!
Nice video. Very helpful!
Is it proper to use trim to compensate for engine torque when just cruising in a steady direction?
Very nice information you tell us
Thanks you
Good vídeo, thanks for sharing... What flight aplication are you using for? how do you set up the smartphone in paramotor or harness?
how many hours of training do you need to fly & thanks for your video lot easier than i was thinking to control
thanks for sharing valuable information...
Looks like fun Good for checking crops!
these videos are very helpfull
Great video , thank-you for posting it
WOW ! Best ever vid. that says it like it is :-)
Well done you, NICE !
Thank you for making that video.
How to fly maximum fast and stay at the say height? And also what happens if I go 80% throutle and use like 20% brakes at the same time?
interested in this ,, thanx for all the info .. cheers
I was going to take lessons, but after seeing this I'm pretty sure I fly it. Maybe I'll watch it again just to be certain. The only thing I need to overcome is my fear of heights, and dying splattered on an interstate.
did you take lessons or end up flying? im thinkking of going for the youtube paramotor flight school lol
nice and easy description.
Can you bring a camera up (DLSR) with a big lens and take photos? Or are your hands always tied up?
(Being a photographer) I want to learn this and take aerial photos while on my travels.
Yes you could as long as you are at a safe altitude
Once you are stable at a safe altitude, you can go hands free and will continue in a straight line
Relatively yes. One hand will still need to be committed to throttle control but could still be a support hand for taking photos
Just don't end up like that guy who dropped a $6k camera from a thousand feet...
Great video thanks sir!
What is the approximate ammount of pressure/pull in pounds to opperate the brakes? If ~lbs is not known, please just guesstimate. I ask because I don't have great strength in my left arm and hand.
I've wanted to get into paramoto flying for a few years now, the cost/ initial invest is what's been keeping me from me getting into it not to mention the $ of training on top of the equipment invest
Jeremiah Meachum you gotta pay to play!!
Fly-guy Alberta believe me I know with every other expensive hobby that I have dropping 10-12 Grand it's just not in the cards at the moment
Sir could you please give me some advice which engine is good I'm about to get fresh breeze but I'm new to this sport don't know which one to get
have you bought yet?
I have contacted flight Jankess captain kerp he called me but had no time to call him back will do soon
All I can say is shop around for both equipment AND training. DO NOT JUST BUY the first thing someone has in inventory. If weight is important to you, look for lighter higher powered machines like the 185 plus or the Nitro 200. If saftey (at the expense of weight and climb capability) is more important, buy a flat top. The Fresh Breeze is well engineered and backed by German aviation certification standards. It has some great features like it's single pull jettison, but man that thing is heavy. So heavy in fact, that I had a hard time standing up after putting it on from the ground. I want to be able to run well and land without dumping onto the ground because of an overly heavy machine.
What App are you using on your phone please? I am going to be starting Paramotoring soon and am looking for recommendations. Others have suggested PPGpS before.
Thank you.
That was very helpful.
For someone is is interested in this, would you recommend them trying paragliding first? I think both seem awesome.
Paragliding won't hurt but not required
Where in Alberta are you located ? I need some training , so I can enjoy mine
Innisfail, AB mostly during the warm season!
Very well explained 👍
Very informative, thanks! :)
Hi wat app are u using on ur phone want flying ?
Great video great instruction thanks.
Got this California guy’s gears turnin upstairs. I’m trying to get as familiar as i can with the sport before i start my training this weekend..
how did it go>? did you buy your own paramotor?
Nice video! I'm from Alberta and am interested in getting my Ultralight Permit so I can fly a paramotor. Do you know of any places around Edmonton where I can get training and certification so I can fly a paramotor? I'm kind of stumped and don't know where to look.
Thanks!
Matt
matthew stein Skybiker Aviation out of Wetaskiwin. Wayne Mitchler is the instructor
Awesome! Thanks for the reply!
What if you pull both brakes?
the trims do not increase the angle of Attack....they only lift up the back end of the glider and this decreases drag and in turn increases speed. Your sink rate stays the same except that with trims out, you`re doing it faster. That`s my understanding anyways.
The trims work exactly the same as flaps on an airplane. Raising the trims decreases angle of attack and decreases drag - Lowering trims increases angle of attack and increases drag.
Thank you so much for explaining
Great primer! Thank you. Keep 'em 'comin. :-D
Thanx i learnt alot from you...
letting out the trim would decrease angle of attack and speed right?
decreasing angle of attack will reduce drag and thus speed you up, angle of attack is the angle between the cord line (middle when looking from a cross section) of the wing and the relative wind (airflow in relation to the wing) so an increase in angle of attack will cause in increase in both lift and drag so if you reduce your angle of attack you reduce drag and increase speed
Nice job
I use Flyskyhy app, works great!
I'll test it soon, thanks!)
could not find the app Flyskyhy?
Where can i buy paramotor? Im from indonesia
the flyskyhy app is for i phones only, sucks I know. I have an Android and use PPGpS, not a bad app but would like to try the other to compare
What app are you using
I am flying on VITAMIN 2 too ))) its cool and safest )))
What phone mount are you using? I'm interested in getting one.
Shanewayne77 it is a 'Ram' mount using the handle bar attachment
sir u didn't mention how do you land
nice video. hope anyone can teach how to make cheap paramotor .
Which app do you use on your smartphone and which gloves do you wear?
Mario Bradic Flyskyhy app and Outdoor Research heated gloves🤙🏼
Cheers I was in the air (above the trees) the. I forgot how to turn it off..
Have you ever thought about getting the required certifications so you can become a licensed instructor?
Adam W I have actually, and do plan on working towards it in the next year. I have spoken to my instructor and hope to start the process in the spring!
That's awesome. I saw your other video on how there is a lack of instructors in Alberta, good to know there might be more!
Is there any danger in combining trims and speed?
Leo there is.
Where can we buy paramotor? Im from indonesia
How much does paramoter cost??
What do you do if the front edge of your wing collapses?
Generally a front frontal collapse will only occur due to strong turbulence. This is avoidable in most all situations by pilot decision making. However if one should encounter a collapse, the wings are designed to recover with little or no input from the pilot as long as you have some decent altitude.
CHOPPERGIRL's AIRWAR beginner wings correct themselves with little to no action from the pilot. more advanced wings depend on pilot skill.
That was awesome thank you
Thanks.for Info....question....I'm 6ft 6....280ish....lol...am I to big to do this....
No sir. For foot launch there is an amount of agility and coordination required, alternatively wheels could be an option
what Iphone app are you using in this video?
TIM HARDIN check out the video th-cam.com/video/V2BviZPjFg4/w-d-xo.html
Nice Guidance Bro....