Backpack – Uncover (Beginner level)

Backpack “uncover” is a 5-6 days beginner’s course which provides the student with their first rating in the PPG education system. This includes 2 hours of training per day (practical & theory). The student learns how to launch and control the wing on the ground, with and without the engine, and also learns how to control the Paramotor on the ground. The aim is, for the student to perform at least 1 solo Backpack flight during the course and in most cases even more. At this level the student is allowed to fly only under radio instructions and supervision of a qualified / experienced PPG instructor. The first solo flight of 1 hour duration will mark the completion of the course.

To enrol for Backpack-Uncover an individual must:
  • Have a minimum age of 16 years.
  • Meet reasonable fitness standards.
  • Respect the safety rules and Quality standards.
  • Be prepared to sit through the course of 5 to 6 days consisting of lectures and ground handling (kiting / power runs with engine mounted on back).

A Brief Overview Of Our Syllabus

    • Introduction to canopy (untangling & understanding different parts and functions)
    • Introduction to Paramotor (its parts & functions)
    • Understanding inherent risks involved
    • Basic understanding on mechanics of flight and aerodynamics
    • Familiarization with various protective gears and safety equipment
    • Assessment of air field, weather and site environment
    • General safety precautions
    • Paramotor mounting & 6-point-checks
    • Ground handling with motor (power runs)
    • Ground handling with wing (kiting – alpine launch, reverse launch)
    • Ground handling with combination of motor & wing
    • Flair timing by towing
    • Pre flights checks
    • Preparation of equipment for flight
    • Take-off and high flying (orientation)
    • Maintaining flight circuit pattern
    • Low flying (not lower than 50 feet)
    • Emergency power off landings / dead stick landings
    • Glider – Proper care, folding and packing methods
    • How to select a good Paramotor

CERTIFICATION

From here on the student will be certified as a PPG Level 1 Backpack Pilot.

 It should be logged into the personal Pilot’s log book, certified by an authorized instructor.

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