Powered paragliding is mankind's most personal form of flight. Strap on a paramotor to join these amazing people who run into their dreams of flying whither and yon. But be educated first—this website is dedicated to that end, with unbiased, helpful information. The PPG Bible is a collaborative effort that takes you from "first sight to first flight" and way, way beyond, helping you aviate confidently in the national airspace system while having a blast along the way. Enjoy the ride!

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Our path to freedom gives fine control, spectacular views and practical portability to flight. The sport offers a safe and affordable way into the air but there is a lot to know. Experienced pilots make it look easy and their skill makes it so.

But sword-swallowing looks easy, just shove the thing down your throat, right? You bet there's more than meets the eye! Now, finally, there's the PPG bible, along with Risk & Reward (video) and other information available here can help you survive and prosper at this incredible trip to the skies. Plus, we'll try to keep you entertained in the process. This is, after all, still about fun.

Go here for an informative overview of airspace as it applies to ultralight pilots, particularly PPG pilots. Know where class E and G airspace is. That's where we fly.

This image shows all the basic parts of a powered paraglider in an easy-to-see graphical form and has other information for new pilots. There is a huge bunch of info, categorized by book chapters, under Educational.

Meet Powered Paragliding: The Video

A fun, fast paced and humorous romp with our sport's most passionate people. Experience the people and their pleasures through the running of a  National PPG Convention. Includes some aerial ballet from other places as well.

Includes a brief preview of Risk & Reward and the "Powered Paragliding Bible." You'll also see the the U.S. Competition circuit explained and watch Eric Dufour turn a record time on the challenging cloverleaf course. This is certainly not a training video but does showcase some examples of the good, the...well, you get the idea.

Why We Fly is an incredible story, with incredible flying, that showcases what compels us aloft. But its also an interesting romp that even non-flyers enjoy. This beautifully rendered documentary, set to a rousing score, will take your breath away.

In the lineup of fun-to-watch paramotor videos, this is tops. Far from being just another bunch of beautiful flying, it is a fun, compelling story. See how Phil Russman wound up stranded on a beach, facing an overnight in his wing while his buddies kicked back aboard the ship, dining on fruit and other tasties.

Master Powered Paragliding

Sept 4, 2009 Work continues on a series of videos that will take a new pilot to the next level of paramotor flying. Master Powered Paragliding is planned as a series of four videos that will concisely and clearly show how to do, then how to practice, maneuvers and techniques to improve pilot skills and handle higher winds.

It will employ a number of camera techniques and diagrams to make it crystal clear how the techniques are done. This isn't a "show-off" production, it's a training tool, with emphasis on clarity. Each 65 minute edition will be carefully narrated and tightly cut with music. We hope to make them entertaining, yes, but above all, effective.

High Def video equipment will be employed along with other tools to improve quality. Steadicam, helmet cam, and a swiveling frame-mount cam will help make for a professional product. Several segments will include multiple cameras to let the viewer see the pilot's actions up close with an inset shot showing how the wing behaves.  Plus, 3-D animation is also being employed in places where it makes the clearest presentation of certain concepts that only animation can pull off. Here are more details and a trailer.

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