In’95, I had a near-fatal skydiving accident. During the healing process, I met Ken Benner in Billings, MT. He introduced me to this wonderful sport, and I was soon flying my own Six Chuter SR-1. Ken soon bought a 582 Dream Machine. It was awesome. I always loved the freedom of my single-seat. Being a former jumper, I loved the ability to hot dog it a bit. Anyway ken, myself, and many others enjoyed the flyins and numerous activities over the years. I got out in ‘04 when FAA started cracking down on us, and I was driving truck and didn’t have much time to play. I miss it horribly. Anyone see Kenny out there, have him hit me up - it’s been a long time, bro. Johnny would like know what you’re up to, and if you still got your wings on!
Now that I finally have found access to a private airfield, I can seriously think of getting one after 30 years thinking of it. What is required to getting a 2 seater? I read special certification is required. What is involved? Can I get a PPC and NOT be trained to fly?
A two seat powered parachute requires at least a sport pilot license and is an FAA registered aircraft. The simplest way to fly is to buy a single seat machine that complies to FAR part 103. That means empty weight of not more than 255 lbs. and not more than 5 gallons of fuel. No license required. Go get dual instructions somewhere to be safe and enjoy your flying.
They are very fun, but stay out to late on a morning flight, & the building thermals & turbulence can become quite unnerving in a hurry, making you feel like your on the end of a Bungie.
The ideal flight conditions are from calm to 10 mph wind. Less is better. Winds most places in the Midwest begin to come up around 10am. Evenings as the sun goes down are ideal.
@@fredgrant1061 For sure! I went out one morning, & thermals built sooner than expected, & by the time I got back to my LZ, my carts nose was doing figure 8's. Not a fun experience! 🤢
I recently purchased the exact same model and year. Do you know where I can get replacement parts and instruction manual. I can't seem to find anything online. Any help at all would be greatly appreciated.
Hello Fred! I noticed you have been answering posts for the last two weeks! Good to hear you are still active. I have viewed this video 20 times! It is very enjoyable to watch. I am almost too old to start at 70, but I sure do have a yearn to get up there. Do you still fly around?
I'm 65. Been flying one a year now. You can keep it simple. I hope to get 10 more years out of the sport. Sure is nice once you get in the air. To have a barn & land like Mr Grant would be best.
@@fredgrant1061 it makes me feel kinda special for you to send me a reply! You have been famous to me these past few years because 6 years ago I started following the PPC videos...and you always have been the first and best video I watched. I really hope you and the wife get better soon! Have a better day!
If you go single seat like a trike it's about half the cost as a tandem Rotax powered setup. Those can go up to 30k. Decent trike setup single seater 12 to 14k gets a nice setup. Foot launch with just a backpack seat and no wheels and that's under 10k all day long.
VERY nice video both in content & the production. Thanks, Wiley Grant for your well-spoken , well-paced description of the powered parachute experience. Definitely got me thinking about getting one. Hope Wiley is well & still flying...
Like Jim this video was a great introduction to the sport. Now we have our own 2 seat powered parachute and my daughter and twin boys all obtained their pilot certificates at 15 years of age. Nothing beats being in the air with good company. Thanks Willey. Keep well my friend.
Common sense says to turn right you would push the left pedal forward, like with a motorbike, bicycle or a skid steer. Its so ingrained in me to do that I'd hafta get the controls changed to work that way.
I've recently run across one of these used, for $1000. I'm going to check it over pretty well and if I like it, will buy it and train myself to fly it!
There is a very healthy nervousness that comes with flying (for me anyway). You don't want to mess up, it could be deadly. I like a few drinks, but would never drink and fly. You get high every time anyway :D.
One of my first videos I watched,as i rapidly took interest in the sport of PPC flying. Awesome video ! 1 year ago, I took up drone photography. This past spring I met a guy that owned a ppc, and I knew right away, I had to look further into it. luck had it, I was able to take a ride in a 2 seat ppc from a local man in my neighboring area. 3 weeks later I owned a Buckeye dream machine, red barron red/2 seat/582 rotax. Life was on a fast track. i took a few field lessons, and help from 2 local men that have become true friends, You can say they took me under their wing, patiently worked with me with good instruction, and I have now been solo several times and absolutely love it. Started out as a drone hobby 1 year ago, and now flying like a bird. Nothing compares. Hope you have safe flights,keep the videos coming, Thank you,Jim
@Randall D No, you don't need a license to fly a powered parachute or a registration for the aircraft AS LONG AS the powered parachute meets the guidelines of an Ultralight Vehicle. If you don't know what the definition of an Ultralight Vehicle is, refer to 14 CFR § 103.1(e). For powered parachutes that don't meet the definition of Ultralight, at least a Sport Pilot certificate with a powered parachute rating is needed.
I don't fly the trikes, I have only flown the foot launch models. I can attest that this might be the best thing to happen to aviation since the Wright brothers!!! A blast... You can fly on a daily basis for under $5,000
Does the old man still fly today.
Hope so
Respect to jim
I want to buy one. No seatbelt harness?
I've always enjoyed this video Constance - I see you lost Wiley earlier this year - God Bless you and your family. <3
In’95, I had a near-fatal skydiving accident. During the healing process, I met Ken Benner in Billings, MT. He introduced me to this wonderful sport, and I was soon flying my own Six Chuter SR-1. Ken soon bought a 582 Dream Machine. It was awesome. I always loved the freedom of my single-seat. Being a former jumper, I loved the ability to hot dog it a bit. Anyway ken, myself, and many others enjoyed the flyins and numerous activities over the years. I got out in ‘04 when FAA started cracking down on us, and I was driving truck and didn’t have much time to play. I miss it horribly. Anyone see Kenny out there, have him hit me up - it’s been a long time, bro. Johnny would like know what you’re up to, and if you still got your wings on!
Wiley. Great you are enjoying your dreams. Keep it up buddy!!
Fabuleux 👌🤪
That’s livin the dream! So cool! :)
If there’s an engine failure can it still land safely with just the chute?
Yes
Jim I love the relaxed nature of your aircraft. Perhaps a helmet or maybe not. God bless.
I do wear a helmet most of the time.
Now that I finally have found access to a private airfield, I can seriously think of getting one after 30 years thinking of it. What is required to getting a 2 seater? I read special certification is required. What is involved? Can I get a PPC and NOT be trained to fly?
A two seat powered parachute requires at least a sport pilot license and is an FAA registered aircraft. The simplest way to fly is to buy a single seat machine that complies to FAR part 103. That means empty weight of not more than 255 lbs. and not more than 5 gallons of fuel. No license required. Go get dual instructions somewhere to be safe and enjoy your flying.
Such a pratt, flying without any helmet.????????!!!!!!!!!
Imagine the level of freedom you must feel. Amazing.
you are absolutely correct.
I want to roll a doobie and ride up in the clouds smoking
Omg let's do it
Enjoyed your video mate thanks for sharing ,keep safe
It’s probably not possible where I’m at huh? (Los Angeles)
We just moved to Saint Augustine Florida I would love to look into this.
I feel like this would be a great tool to use when committing crimes
They are very fun, but stay out to late on a morning flight, & the building thermals & turbulence can become quite unnerving in a hurry, making you feel like your on the end of a Bungie.
The ideal flight conditions are from calm to 10 mph wind. Less is better. Winds most places in the Midwest begin to come up around 10am. Evenings as the sun goes down are ideal.
@@fredgrant1061 For sure! I went out one morning, & thermals built sooner than expected, & by the time I got back to my LZ, my carts nose was doing figure 8's. Not a fun experience! 🤢
I've never even knew about these until now. And now I have another goal to accomplish. Thank you
I think I'd shit myself
Try “Leading Edge Airfoil “ for engine parts.
I recently purchased the exact same model and year. Do you know where I can get replacement parts and instruction manual. I can't seem to find anything online. Any help at all would be greatly appreciated.
Todd Piercey I am trying to locate a source for parts. I’ll try to get back in touch.
Could a pilot log flight hours in this aircraft?
Yes, of course.
Hello Fred! I noticed you have been answering posts for the last two weeks! Good to hear you are still active. I have viewed this video 20 times! It is very enjoyable to watch. I am almost too old to start at 70, but I sure do have a yearn to get up there. Do you still fly around?
I'm 65. Been flying one a year now. You can keep it simple. I hope to get 10 more years out of the sport. Sure is nice once you get in the air. To have a barn & land like Mr Grant would be best.
Don I still fly but have been hammered by some back problems. My wife should be checked out this year. Thanks for the comment.
@@fredgrant1061 it makes me feel kinda special for you to send me a reply! You have been famous to me these past few years because 6 years ago I started following the PPC videos...and you always have been the first and best video I watched. I really hope you and the wife get better soon! Have a better day!
I had a 2000 Destiny and it was dream to fly.
powered parachutes went out when paraglider was invented?/ why fly a model t went you can get a chev?
My knees wouldn’t like it. I’ll take any model T also.
I have both. PPG is a lot more work. I have a cigarette lighter on my PPC. I could make a cup of coffee in flight.
This has been a life long dream of mine, just can't afford it
You could have, before the government f'd it up! There were many competing companies, now there are few.
I used to own one, sold it and miss it
If you go single seat like a trike it's about half the cost as a tandem Rotax powered setup. Those can go up to 30k. Decent trike setup single seater 12 to 14k gets a nice setup. Foot launch with just a backpack seat and no wheels and that's under 10k all day long.
Could you replace rotten tires with something from home Depot? (Wheels?)
Nice job on this Connie
Fun day at the races with our friends Bill & Marylin
oopsie
Why no helmet?
Because Uncle Wiley ain't no bitch..
Usually do use a helmet. Good practice.
What a wonderful video!
VERY nice video both in content & the production. Thanks, Wiley Grant for your well-spoken , well-paced description of the powered parachute experience. Definitely got me thinking about getting one. Hope Wiley is well & still flying...
Been two years, have you purchased one yet?
Wow awesome video ....
Very cool , thanks .... Who is the enthusiastic piano player
Music by Susan Mckenzie.
nice
Thanks for the video. Nice
gracious granpa
where can I get one? great video by the way
Like Jim this video was a great introduction to the sport. Now we have our own 2 seat powered parachute and my daughter and twin boys all obtained their pilot certificates at 15 years of age. Nothing beats being in the air with good company. Thanks Willey. Keep well my friend.
Where and what kind did you buy? I live in Seymour In, and interested in getting into this sport. Thanks
@@434holly I bought the Hummerchute by Aerochute Industries.
Common sense says to turn right you would push the left pedal forward, like with a motorbike, bicycle or a skid steer. Its so ingrained in me to do that I'd hafta get the controls changed to work that way.
No. Easy to adjust.
It’s actually a very naturally controlled aircraft.
I've recently run across one of these used, for $1000. I'm going to check it over pretty well and if I like it, will buy it and train myself to fly it!
can't even get a used wing for that price, not counting the trike
hi i hope he still flys. i am just wondering. i had to say after watching him and the video . i bought one too.
The wings have come along ways since then! Love the video!
Awesome.
I'm a x trucker and I gotta say I miss the back country roads of the heartland. sure is nice to see from the air. be safe☺
Pretty cool, ever get baked and go for a fly
I got one of these and I can tell you, there's no way in hell I'd get baked and fly. It is a thrill enough on its own.
This is literally my first thought every time I see one of these vids. ha. After I mastered the sport, i'd do it every time
There is a very healthy nervousness that comes with flying (for me anyway). You don't want to mess up, it could be deadly. I like a few drinks, but would never drink and fly. You get high every time anyway :D.
One of my first videos I watched,as i rapidly took interest in the sport of PPC flying. Awesome video ! 1 year ago, I took up drone photography. This past spring I met a guy that owned a ppc, and I knew right away, I had to look further into it. luck had it, I was able to take a ride in a 2 seat ppc from a local man in my neighboring area. 3 weeks later I owned a Buckeye dream machine, red barron red/2 seat/582 rotax. Life was on a fast track. i took a few field lessons, and help from 2 local men that have become true friends, You can say they took me under their wing, patiently worked with me with good instruction, and I have now been solo several times and absolutely love it. Started out as a drone hobby 1 year ago, and now flying like a bird. Nothing compares. Hope you have safe flights,keep the videos coming, Thank you,Jim
@Randall D No, you don't need a license to fly a powered parachute or a registration for the aircraft AS LONG AS the powered parachute meets the guidelines of an Ultralight Vehicle. If you don't know what the definition of an Ultralight Vehicle is, refer to 14 CFR § 103.1(e). For powered parachutes that don't meet the definition of Ultralight, at least a Sport Pilot certificate with a powered parachute rating is needed.
Take me take me!
I don't fly the trikes, I have only flown the foot launch models. I can attest that this might be the best thing to happen to aviation since the Wright brothers!!! A blast... You can fly on a daily basis for under $5,000
ppg footlaunch is no comparison to ppc trike, I have done both
hello sir,i wonna make that one for my project can you please help me
What do you need? A bit late I’m afraid.