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Info about Powered Paragliding
Powered paragliding, also known as paramotoring, is a form of ultralight aviation where the pilot wears a motor on his or her back (a paramotor) which provides enough thrust to take off using a Paragliding wing. It can be launched in still air, and on level ground, by the pilot alone — no assistance is required.
Powered paragliders usually fly between 25 and 70 km/h at altitudes from 'foot-dragging in the grass' up to 18,000 ft (5400 m) although most flying is done under 500 ft (150 m) AGL (above ground level)
The paramotor, weighing from 20 to 36 kg is supported by the pilot during takeoff but then, after a brief run typically 3 meters, the wing lifts the motor and its harnessed pilot off the ground. After takeoff, the pilot gets into the seat (previously folded for takeoff) and sits suspended beneath the inflated paraglider wing. Control is available using brake toggles in each hand and a hand-held throttle.
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