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What is the difference between paraglider and paramotors?
Paramotors are considered to be self-propelled paragliders in the eyes of the law. They must weigh less than 70kg with fuel, 75kg if a reserve is fitted. The BHPA do not sanction dual paramotoring. Wheels are permitted on solo paramotors only. To be honest trikes are more difficult to launch than foot launched PPG and require a smooth surface for landings so we only recommend them where the pilot is disabled. Being deregulated no CAA licence is required but you should still get the BHPA Club Pilot paramotor rating before flying unsupervised for your and others safety.
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What is the difference between paraglider and paramotors?
Can I use the same wing for paragliding & paramotoring?
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Can I fly my paramotor with a paragliding wing
Most paragliders up to EN-C can be used with a paramotor. Typically they are flown at up to 160% of the original certified weight range when used with a motor so the same wing can be used for both gliding and powered flight.
Most paragliding wings up to EN-B have motor variants fitted with trimmer risers to make them more efficient and comfortable under power. These can be retrofitted.
Despite some manufacturers' claims, reflexed paramotor wings are trimmed too fast and are too inefficient for effective soaring flight except in the strongest of conditions.
Aviation is inherently dangerous and can result in injury or death.
You must be appropriately trained and experienced for the evil of equipment that you purchase. While we will aim to help you make appropriate equipment choices we cannot be held responsible for and incidents, accidents or death resulting from use of the equipment in any manner.