Have an Powered Parachute & need training?
Travel Air can accommodate your PPC training needs. Offering full part 61 training for Powered Parachutes we can get you licensed in as little as 12 days.
We fly in Central Florida!
We can work from most central Florida airports or you can come to us at our private training facility in Ocala where we have a private classroom for one on one training, showers, internet, hangar space and lodging within 5 miles.
Sport Pilot Powered Parachute Training Requirements
Introductory Powered Parachute Flight - $185
This Intro Flight lasts one hour and includes an hour of air time with an instructor. You will be controlling the PPC from the back seat under your instructor's guidance.
In this course you will see how to:
•Setup equipment and layout the chute
•Inflate the chute and taxi the aircraft
•Climb out and fly flight patterns
•Maintain correct altitude in the circuit
•Perform low passes
•Setup final approaches
•Land
Already a General Aviation Airplane pilot?
Heres what you need to do to earn a Sport Pilot Powered Parachute Endorsement:
If you’re a private pilot a proficiency check is all that is needed (see FAR 61.321).
This involves
•learning the aeronautical knowledge of 61.309
•learning the areas of operation in 61.311
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All from a Sport Pilot Powered Parachute CFI. Then obtain a recommendation to see a second Sport Pilot Powered Parachute CFI and completing a proficiency check in those areas trained and listed in 61.321.
A knowledge test is not required if you are a private pilot.
Click here for sport pilot FAA Requirements
How does a PPC fly?
Since the PPC has only three flight controls and flies at one speed all the time, it is a very safe and easy aircraft to fly. First, you lay the parachute out behind the PPC, then buckle up and start the engine. Open the throttle about half way and you start rolling forward, as you roll forward the parachute begins to inflate and raise above you. Once the parachute has completely inflated and stabilized above you, simply open the throttle to full power and lift off. To make the chute turn in flight, you simply push a foot bar right to go right or left to go left. To climb add power, to descend reduce power. Holding the throttle stick at about 3/4 of full power will allow you to fly the PPC at level flight.
What happens if the engine quits ?
No need to worry, if in the unlikely event the engine quits, you simply parachute back to the ground. You have all turning capability to help guide you to a safe landing location.
How fast does a PPC fly?
A PPC flies at a constant speed of about 30 mph. all the time. Even if you shut the engine off you are still flying at 30 mph. The reason for this is due to the fixed forward glide speed designed into the parachute.
Do I need a pilots license to fly a PPC?
Generally there is no license required to fly a PPC on your own, however, you need a Sport Pilot License to take someone with you.
How much wind can I fly a PPC in?
It is not recommended to fly a PPC in wind conditions exceeding 10-12 mph. Most pilots prefer to fly their PPC in the morning and late afternoon and into the evening when the wind conditions are most calm.
How long can I fly on a tank of gas?
The average PPC has a 10 gallon fuel capacity and can fly up to 3 hours. Some have a 5 gallon fuel capacity and can fly up to 1.5 hours.
How long will the engine last?
When maintained properly, depending on the engine, manufacturers TBO (Time Before Overhaul) is between 300 - 1,500 hours depending on the engine type. Maintenance costs, consisting of fuel filters, spark plugs, gear oil, etc. are minimal.
How long does it take to solo?
It usually takes 3-5 hours of dual flight time to be at a point where you can solo. Some people learn faster than others and may take less time.
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