brad1234uk Posted April 24, 2017 Share Posted April 24, 2017 Hi I have done a bit of research into paramotors and really fancy getting into it this year. What`s the best way to get started? ie compulsory training, details of any local clubs etc. I look forward to hearing from you all Brad. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
admin (Simon W) Posted April 24, 2017 Share Posted April 24, 2017 Welcome to the Paramotor Club You should hook up with either @easttowestyorkshireparamot and or @Hullaeroparamotorclub who are both awesome guys and can teach you safely. If you click the blue link it will take you to there profiles, where you can e-mail and or message them directly Again, welcome and please consider a training blog when you start!! SW Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brad1234uk Posted April 24, 2017 Author Share Posted April 24, 2017 Thanks, it doesn`t look like @Hullaeroparamotorclub comes on the forum that often. I have seen his phone number in another thread so I will try giving him a call. What is the usual procedure for a newbie getting airborne? 1. How many lessons before a person can solo fly? 2. Can you hire equipment when you are learning? 3. What`s the rough cost of a lesson with equipment hire? 4. Is paramotoring regulated? ie do you have to pass exams, annual assessment, policed by air traffic control? 5. How much would a used rig cost to buy if I decide to buy my own equipment? Regards Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
admin (Simon W) Posted April 24, 2017 Share Posted April 24, 2017 In the order you asked... (he is overseas at the moment but back in a couple of days) 1. A good 3-4 maybe 5 days. (paramotor) 2. Most include this with the cost. Avoid instructors who insist on kit purchase before starting training. 3. Fairly sure they charge around £1000. 4. No. 5. New, £7.5 to £8.5k for top end second hand, £4.5 to £5.5k for something decent. SW Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brad1234uk Posted April 24, 2017 Author Share Posted April 24, 2017 Thanks for your speedy response. So just to reiterate I would be looking at having at least 3 days instruction at £1000 per day? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alan_k Posted April 24, 2017 Share Posted April 24, 2017 No that's a grand in total, until you are deemed proficient and safe. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
admin (Simon W) Posted April 24, 2017 Share Posted April 24, 2017 £1000 ish is a reasonable price for training in total SW Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
admin (Simon W) Posted April 24, 2017 Share Posted April 24, 2017 Also to clarify, the 3-5 days will get you solo (not finished) the £1000 ish will get you finished SW Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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