Course program: “Motor paraglider + paramotor”
Course duration: 15 days
Venue: Oludeniz, Mount Babadag
Course objective: Mastering the technique of flying a motor paraglider and paramotor, including takeoff, control, routes and basic engine maintenance. Preparation for confident independent flights with a motor.
Day 1: Introduction to the motor paraglider
• Theory:
1. The structure of a motor paraglider and paramotor.
2. The main differences from a regular paraglider.
3. Safety when working with the engine.
4. Basic principles of aerodynamics for flying with a motor.
• Practice:
1. Familiarization with motor equipment.
2. Setting up and checking the paramotor installation.
3. Working with a ground wing: lifting the wing, holding in the “window”.
Day 2: Ground training with a motor
• Theory:
1. Rules for taking off and landing with the motor on.
2. Basics of working with the accelerator and throttle.
3. How to analyze weather conditions for motorized flights.
• Practice:
1. Training in ground work with a paramotor without turning on the motor.
2. Practicing lifting the wing with the motor on your back.
3. Starting runs without flying.
Day 3: First flights with a motor
• Theory:
1. Introduction to motor control in the air.
2. Weight distribution and thrust control.
3. How to properly approach for landing.
• Practice:
1. First flights from an altitude of 100-200 m under radio control.
2. Controlling the speed and direction of flight.
3. Training in landing with the motor off.
Day 4: Confident low-altitude flying
• Theory:
1. Working with speed changes and engine thrust.
2. Maneuvers in the air: turns, descent, stabilization.
3. Air traffic rules for motor pilots.
• Practice:
1. Flying at an altitude of 300-500 m.
2. Performing simple maneuvers.
3. Controlling speed and landing on restricted areas.
Day 5: Long-distance cross-country flight
• Theory:
1. Basics of cross-country flights: how to plan a route.
2. Working with GPS and maps.
3. Identifying alternate landing sites.
• Practice:
1. Flying a short distance (5-7 km).
2. Using the engine to maintain altitude.
3. Landing on a new site under the supervision of an instructor.
Day 6: Engine Maintenance
• Theory:
1. How a paramotor engine works: main components.
2. Maintenance rules.
3. Troubleshooting.
• Practice:
1. Working with the engine: disassembly and assembly.
2. Changing the oil, filters and spark plugs.
3. Checking the system before each flight.
Day 7: Engine Maneuvers
• Theory:
1. Technique for performing complex maneuvers: sharp turns, gaining altitude, descending.
2. Features of control in strong wind conditions.
3. Psychological preparation of the pilot for complex flights.
• Practice:
1. Flights at an altitude of up to 1000 m.
2. Performing maneuvers in the air.
3. Training in landing accuracy.
Day 8: Day off with theory
• Theory:
1. Review of the material from the first days.
2. Flight debriefing: analysis of mistakes and successes.
• Recommendation:
On this day, you can rest or use the time for additional individual consultations.
Day 9–11: Advanced cross-country flights
• Theory:
1. Long-distance route planning.
2. Working with weather conditions and their forecasting.
3. How to save fuel and altitude.
• Practice:
1. Flights over a distance of 10–20 km with stops.
2. Landing and re-start at a new location.
3. Minimal instructor supervision.
Day 12: Flights from an altitude of 2000 m (maximum Babadag)
• Theory:
1. How to behave at high altitude: control and safety features.
2. Emergency descent technique.
• Practice:
1. Flights from maximum altitude with a motor.
2. Demonstration of all the learned techniques.
3. Minimal instructor supervision.
Day 13: Day off with preparation for certification
• Theory:
1. Review of all course material.
2. Analysis of typical mistakes.
3. Recommendations for preparing for final flights.
Days 14–15: Final flights and certification
• Theory:
1. Knowledge for solo flights: how to prepare and check equipment.
2. Next steps for development: participation in clubs, advanced courses.
• Practice:
1. Two final flights demonstrating all skills.
2. Route flights with minimal radio control.
• Final:
• Awarding of a motor paraglider pilot certificate.
• Individual recommendations from the instructor.
Additional:
• All necessary equipment is provided.
• Training is conducted taking into account the individual characteristics of the student.
• Bonus: discount on the purchase of a ferry motor or flight equipment.