ganers Posted February 15, 2014 Share Posted February 15, 2014 Hi all, Can anyone recommend any Paramotor courses abroad, I've seen a few for Spain but I believe they also do it France. From what I've seen some supply kit an some don't, any thoughts or opinions would be welcome. Cheers Lee.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robovercyprus Posted February 15, 2014 Share Posted February 15, 2014 Hi I did mine in France at ulm midi pyranees with Oliver. His staff speak good English and lots of famous pilots fly around there so good for a chat during the evening his website is http://ulmmidipyrenees.fr Rob Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
christian Posted February 16, 2014 Share Posted February 16, 2014 Try Paul Mahony in Provence. I did a few days training with him and he's very thorough. His courses are BHPA courses and you can use his equipment. http://www.mahonyaviation.com/ That is assuming that you want a course in English, leading to a British qualification. If you have no interest in the paperwork and speak French I could dig you up a list of French schools. Let me know. Good luck, Christian Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pianoman Posted February 16, 2014 Share Posted February 16, 2014 Hi Ganers, If you're gonna do the course in one hit, make sure you're cardio vascular / stamina fitness is up to par. I know a few pilots (myself included) that trained for 5/6 days on the trott and really struggled in the first few days with their fitness levels. Once you get airborne it's not so bad but ground handling and running about with a 30kg pack on your back really takes it out of you! Good luck buddy. Pianoman Sent from my iPad using PMC Forum mobile app. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ganers Posted February 16, 2014 Author Share Posted February 16, 2014 My aim was to combine a break away with flying and hopefully the recognised qualifications. I have already done my initial training and can happily fly locally but with work, weather and injuries picked up along the way I've had quite a lay off. Thanks for the pointers. Cheers Lee. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paul2289 Posted February 16, 2014 Share Posted February 16, 2014 I am booked with www.flyspain.co.uk in April for my full 2 week course. I spoke to the owner Rob on the phone and he answered all my questions. They are also BHPA approved if that is important to you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
asquaddie Posted February 18, 2014 Share Posted February 18, 2014 I done my paragliding CP (hill) with them. Very good and professional. Hoping to go back and do some PPG'ing adventures with them when I can / if I can Sent from my iPhone using PMC Forum mobile app Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
myusername Posted February 18, 2014 Share Posted February 18, 2014 I trained with Backbone, at Tallard in France. Thierry is a very nice guy & it was very professional. They use empty chassis for the practical ground instruction so you don't get exhausted by the weight of the engine. Tallard is basically a playground for air sports! Backbone will certify your training & however many hours you manage to do, which will count towards your BHPA qualifications, but you wont be able to come home with a full French license from any school in France unless you sit the French DGAC exam. I did the training & built up my hours in France, then sat the BHPA exam back here because my French isn't fantastic. Be prepared for early mornings & long days. It's very tiring if you want to maximise your hours over there, but worth it! http://www.backbone.fr/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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