Pilot Paul

Can chips in a prop be repaired? If so, where can I get it done? Thanks

It’s got 12.9 stamped on it. Is that a measurement? It certainly looks like a 10mm socket 

Hi,

Just picked up my first paramotor, a Bailey 4V.

Anyone know what size Allen Key I need for the quick release prop? 
 

Thanks

Any training schools teaching new pilots again yet? 
 
The one I’m looking at is apparently still waiting for the CAA to ease restrictions.

I was ready to start just when lockdown hit and the waiting is soooo hard!

Oh way too far unfortunately

Where are you based?

34 minutes ago, cas_whitmore said:

What’s your location Paul 

Maidstone, Kent

I called them today, but they only teach paragliding with their wings then you have to buy your own paramotor to finish. No paramotors provided.

Is that normal?

Should I learn with Airworks or Green Dragons Airsports?

Any recommendations please. I would prefer a school that provides all the gear for training too and will buy my own after completing the course.

Thanks

1 hour ago, Blue Brick said:

That's what I have, does the job but its nothing special.

 

Perfect! Thank you. I’m not after anything special at this stage

I like this one ICARO TZ

Any good?

3 minutes ago, Steve said:

I'd hold off buying things like sunglasses, wait until you can fly and then start trying stuff out. Personally, I never fly with sunglasses. 

That's unless you want to look cool on the ground, of course. 

I bought my helmet and comms before I trained. I still have the comms but sold the helmet soon after I got flying for something I preferred. Should have waited and tried stuff out.  

I totally get the waiting thing, but I wanted to stagger the bills a bit. It’s also a good way of building up my gear without Mrs Pilot Paul realising just how much I’m spending!

I was thinking of a tinted visor for the helmet instead of sunglasses?

3 hours ago, Blue Brick said:

Yes I think this would be a good idea, also worth getting a decent pair of sunglasses and a pair of gloves(nothing special). you want to start getting use to wearing these things when on the ground makes thing less intimidating when you start strapping the motor on if you are already use to having these thing on. 

 

Thanks Blue Brick. Can you recommend a good pair if flying sun glasses please? Polarised lenses maybe?

Should I buy a helmet ready to start my training? I know the school will supply them, but as I’m trying to spread costs by buying things gradually I thought it might be a good idea.....or would I look like a nob turning up with my own lid on day one?

1 hour ago, admin (Simon W) said:

Well said @Steve 

Please let me know if you want the entire thread removed so that you can ask again... or if you are happy to leave this as is. 

Bloody robot bug thing! 

Welcome to the Paramotor Club!! lolol 

SW

 

No it’s fine thanks. Thank you for asking though

Block him please. My original question has been truly lost in all this madness!!!

Is he a nutter?

I’m guessing that’s why he’s no longer a BHPA instructor!

Thanks Gerry, but there isn’t anyone else near me in Kent.

I’ve since found out that Barry (the chief instructor) was previously a BHPA instructor for many years, so knows what he’s doing.

When the lockdown lifts I’ll go to the training site and see them in action, have a chat then and then decide I think.

Here’s their website http://www.flyhighskysports.com

Hi,

Would anyone recommend Fly High Sky Sports in Kent for training?

Anyone trained with them?

Thanks

Thank you

On 26/01/2020 at 18:06, Dan Thompson said:

Hi all,

 

I’m just getting in to paramotoring and currently live in Maidstone. I’m looking for other members to fly with and flying sites locally. Is this site still available?

Hi Dan, 

Have you found any sites around the Maidstone area?

I’m also in Maidstone and was just about to start my training when the virus hit .

As soon as this has all cleared I’ll be on it and will eventually be looking for local sites to use.

Paul