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Great service at the loft They have given me a great service along with Aerofix. Not sure why you run up the engine to high revs on your back with the wing attached with out being ready to take off. I did my BMFA foot launce licence in 2005 where we were taught to run the engine for one minute at full revs while sitting with your arm through the shoulder straps and neeling with you weight against the back rest through you shoulder. This was a controlled position with quick access to the stop button if it felt that the thrust was not under control. A few people have loss finger in the last few years mostly while starting there motor. If you can start your motor on your back then get some thing to lean against and run it for one minute to eliminate any air or blokages in the fuel sytem. But do this before attaching the wing , as well as the risk of sucking in lines there is a risk of the wind picking up and moving the wing in the lines. I dont see the need for a power launch, If you think you have time to check your wing,lines and risers while doing this then you are going to have a trip or failed launch. Most wings will come above your head with a fast walk pace and give you plenty of time to do some checks to assess if you are ready for a take off, Reverse launches can be acheived in a 6 mph wind so it tells you what speed you need to do when doing the forward launch. Again the one thing we have is a great service from the wing repairers in the UK, maybe the motor manufacturer will take note. Personnaly I think Polini will resolve this issue with a motor that will not need to be fixed. I flew a return trip of 67km each way to day on about 16 ltrs with 4+ hours flying . Polini 100 thor Russel

Hi Neilzy Try driving the route first with a bacardi and Whisky (80% proof) bottle dripping behind. Then use your senses to follow the route. No map needed just a heavy night to look forward to, Hi Cath what was his name. " T??Y " Russ ? Eve

Hi It’s a shame in the 1.5 weeks on the forum you have not realised the vast variety of persons on here are from all professions and back grounds are level headed responsible people. We all have families and an income to keep up. Your user name presumes you are in the security role which would suggest some risk in life. Maybe next time you could hold back with your negative opinions until you either understand the sport totally or leave like a gentleman with discretion and give other new people the opportunity to experience the sport for themselves. I have a chess set for sale if you are interested but you would need to get a risk assessment done first. When they said that the pen is mightier than the sword I am not sure they took you into account.

Try checking the gasket at the bottom of the cylinder/crank case joint, it may be pulling just to much air. You said you have had the head off so the cylinder could have moved breaking the gasket. I have just had the same problem after removing the cylinder head. I replaced the Mallosi gasket and it now pulls over. Russel

Francis ,turn the F-----g record over.. One guy does something stupid and you obviously have a grudge to bear from something previous that you needs a band wagon to jump on to relight it. The serious accidents that have happened so far have been in controlled environment that had little risk to the general public. One at a flying field, national competition and a balloon event. Not one member of the public was involved or put at risk; I have had BMAA Foot launce for 7 years but have learnt more information since from the paramotor community. Once a month I received a BMAA magazine that included a leaflet that had all the reported accidents/near misses from the CAA for that month. Only once was a paramotorist mentioned for a cause of change of direction (not a near miss) over Dartford from a city airport plane. This was never mentioned again but reported because the pilot had to. You are clearly stating that there is an increase in Airspace violations because one guy crashes into a wall and another waves has he crosses an airfield clearly thinking he was ok to do so. At the Nationals 2010 two Air force jets crossed the airspace we were in at low level even though a notam was issued but they are still as normal has far as regulations are . If you have evidence to support your claims of air space violation then put this to the proper authorities and stop Crying WOLF. We are treated in the aviation industry like pot is treated by the police, we are a nuisance at times but generally we are well behaved and just need to keep our heads low and get on with it. You are waving it in their faces under the pretence of reducing airspace violations. You go on about Kevins incident and its repercussions because of mechanical failure. A British Airways plane crash landed at Heathrow because it lost both engines through fuel pump faults related to temperature issues dropping from altitude. The pumps are still the same but procedures when reducing altitude have changed to stop the risk. Kevin was reported has not recovering from a spiral dive, So I guess the CAA would say that more height was required and exit a spiral earlier at height. I don’t think that they really have the time to worry about us with the Olympic airspace to control next year. I belonged to a RC model club a few years ago which reported two deaths in London alone, and this is seriously regulated with a safety committee member on site before you can fly. Bottom line is get a life Francis and gate crash someone else’s party. Life will still go on contented if as suggested before that you take up knitting. Russel

Thanks for the replies, I am surprised that only 41 people subscribe to the PMC club membership with the amount of activity on the web site. (to the none members) none payers) put your hands in your pockets and support the PMC you should be embarrassed to log on to the web site, and to the PMC members We will at least go down in history as nearly extinct payers with pride. Keep the insurance scheme updated to members only with a premium to none members. In fact the none member (parasites) should run the gauntlet or at least bow to members. That’s my bitching done. Enjoy the week end (with all your money none payers) Russel

Hi all Having just read all the posts on the PMC training /insurance I really have only one question. Based on the fact that we don't need insurance or any qualification to fly (I have BMAA Foot Launch and On Risk insurance Europe/Compaction).Why is there no a priority to secure a flying field as this is what we need. I see in one of the later posts that Membury was mentioned as the home of the PMC, Having been told by Simon that this was an exclusive site for his training on the new years day and since seen that it was offered for part of the deal on the Hours/hire deal, I would like to know if this is going to be available to all members. Again having just seen my membership money debited from my PayPal I would like to see a dedicated field for all members even if the costs are shared. With idiots born every day insurance or regulation will not stop people from doing stupid things. But I think that with all the good intensions in the world the more we propose being like driving with fully com insurance and a structural system the more likely we are going to be regulated with compulsory insurance. The few (thankfully) people who have died or have been seriously injured were mostly people at the top of the sport pushing the limits. The average flyer (not idiots) suffers minor (not life threatening) injuries. And normally has to regain his pride and a few parts to get back in the air. I know this will not be welcomed to the PMC efforts that have been working hard on the new system but I would like to know if there are commercial aspects behind the insurance and will commission be paid. If so will the money be go to the PMC and have the accounts available. Sorry to be so cynicle but times are not what they used to be, I know that there are proberly some commercial aspect and that time and effort needs to be paid for and rewarded. I have no issue with this as like other I would not be in this sport if I could not afford it. I know that some of the senior members have (has Simon put it) done this has a life style, again I have no problem with this also, I would just like to think that the PMC club members would benefit from the proposals. I guess i will be getting a cancelled membership now Russel

Hi Matt I threw in the towel owning motors with loads of power and gambled on a Polini and a motor with a clutch I have never had before. Having never had so much reliability and flying time I was supprised that the Polini had the power to get me off the ground (96kg). Just before I opened the web page I was just saying to my other half that I would like to try the bulldog because clive has the knowledge of the sport and if its designed by him then its good. Not sure if you are mixing torque twist which was on the high hang point Fresh breeze( that I also had ) with some rotation on the cage when viewed from photo's (videos) when taking off. I flew in the Nationals last year with the various tasks and never felt that I was torque controlled in any direction. I would look at the polini because its designed by the best and get a test of the bulldog for the same reason. Russel

Hi Shenzi I paid up front for the EP/CP PG route but got frustrated walking up hills to be told that the weather was not suitable for a novice. If you have the opportunity to fly in terrain that as a better weather pattern then I would see if they can give you the training needed. I don’t know what the rules are in Rio compared to the UK but it may be quicker to do your PG there then convert here to PPG if you need to. Unless something has changed there are no licences required in the UK for PPG and with good wing handling and a good instructor you could be safely flying your PPG in a short time. As long has you learn the rules for class G airspace, take off and landing rules and notams and you will not get into trouble. There are plenty of people to help you out when needed. The other way is to do your PPG here and get your PG in Rio later. I did my BMAA foot launch after flying for a few years because I thought it was the right thing to do to have the papers. The BMAA dissolved its PPG training through politics and the BHPA then advertised PPG training? The only thing that is going to matter to you in the long run is that you get the right training that you are happy with, you comply with the rules of the air law and that you go on to enjoy the sport and fulfil your expectation of flying in a safe manner. Some of the primary choices that you will need to make is the equipment needed, Not to make any judgement on equipment but most instructors that are full time have their preferences whether they like to admit it or not. With the cost of paramotoring and the possible damages caused by a novice the equipment is very expensive even compared to a simple family car? With propellers costing £100 to £250 the training cost can rise. Anyone who says they have tried all the equipment available is either rich or a liar. The balance is to listen to people who have followed the sport for a few years and make the time to visit flying site to talk to people and ask questions. The majority of PPG people have no agenda on what they tell you but may have followed different routes to get there. Patience is the key; many of us got the bug to fly and went the quickest route to get there. I am sure that most of us do not own the same equipment we started with? Just a few questions to get you asking away High, medium or low hang points Two stroke or four stroke engine What thrust do I need Manual or Electric start 2, 3, 4 part cage for transporting Size of fuel tank Left or right hand throttle Type of harness or leg straps Do I want a reserve and where can it be mounted. What size cage/prop is best for storage or power? What is best for the cage stainless/alloy/ titanium? Who gives the best support once the product is purchased? The list is endless but important. This is a response that is in no way trying to put you off as I really enjoy the PPG flying and people that take part. It is just a guide to you getting the best experience of your life without the cost of having the mistake that some of us may of made to get here. Russel Any impartial advice required I will gladly give to see a happy PPG pilot

Could not agree more with solarez as it dry's in minutes and can be sanded down straight away. Just make sure you have some Uv's available or it will remain wet. I carry it in my harness Incase of a rough out landing/takeoff from stones being kicked up from your boots. well suggested. Russel

Merry mass every one Having repaired all my wooden props with glass fibre and never had any issues I think this repair will have some success, I stick resin to wood and would think that resin to resin would be even better. As to the comments of people standing by getting injured then they should not be there. At every fly inn there are plenty of prop strikes with take offs and landings and we all know the risk. Even when running straight people still twist when they fall exposing everyone to the possible risk of being hit. My only caution would be to make sure you carry a reserve in case the prop breaks into the wing has was the case on a powered trike after a professional repair to save money on a four bladed prop. russel

Hi Matt I have a Polini that has run perfect and has been set up by the Polini guru (Oska ). I tried to run it in my garden and it runs on fast idle although I have not touched any of the slow or fast screws. After a few minutes it seems to calm down although it is still running fast enough to spin the prop though the clutch. I Started the motor holding the prop but it had enough bite to spin the prop if i let it go. I have have had a few motors to know that it's easy to jump the gun. Just check that old fuel has not gelled up in the carb and that the diaphram rubbers are not stiff with the cold. I'm not sure how motor bikes got away with these issues but dont adjust anything until you are sure. Russel Polini airfer , H&E R220. 26 revolution , 31 reaction

Thanks again for a great PMC flyinn Well organised and making pilots always feel welcomed thanks Clive for some constructive advice on taking off. Looking forward to the next PMC flyinns. Got up Sunday to and almost empty field, Good job the organisers and Banbury crew were there. Lets have more organised x-country flights even just for a week end. Russel and evelyn RU55EVE

Hi Guys Take a look at this website, It's a program that works on most PDA or pocket windows device. I have used it for a few years even though i have to pay a subscription. You can put it onto a PC then do all your planning at home and down load it to you PDA, The weather can be upload direct to your pda with a wireless connection and give upto date info. http://www.pocketfms.com/ Russel

We really enjoyed the weekend with all the great people, Well done Simon. How do i upload photo's ?

1. Simon W +1 2. Simon T 3. Mike D 4. Eddie Lane (Friday & Sat) 5. Colin B (2 RAF) 6. Eddie1 +1 7. Mark C (CageUK) 8. Mark M (Morgy) 9. Dan P 10. Mike 11. Jackie 12. Simon F 13. Pete B 14. Mark (Dragon) 15. Dave 'Outcast' 16. DanTheMan 17. Colin B 18. Tom M + 1 19. Paul 'Bath' ? 20. Craig w + 1dog! 21. Tony + Jan 22. Joe 23. Mike + 1 (Mike1714) 24. Ashley (Bignose) 25. Russel & Eve 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35

Is rubber necking not a pastime in this country anyway. So the people stuck in the cue behind for miles can wait for nothing. Sorry , I drive lots of miles and see so many bad drivers.

I don't think i would wan't to fly low over a road in fear of being hit by some arsole on his mobile and not looking at the road, which was the most likely cause of the crash. There's a lot of other priorities before the police worry about chasing a paramotorist for low flying. As some one said there could of been circumstances beyond the pilots control due to weather ect. If we are all perfect pilots in full control all the time then we would not have excusses, being in the BMAA i get the accident reports with the magazine and it normally comes down to bad judgement and unexpected circumstances. We all know what to do but don't always do it. That's my say right or wrong Russel