How To Fly A Paramotor!

Always remember, seek professional instruction before you fly a paramotor!

-Gear I Use-

[fbloggs]

As a pilot myself, I can really appreciate why you like this sport. No hangar required, no license, no medical, not much of anything in the way between you and some wonderful flying experiences. Great video, good, clear instruction. Very well done!

[robohead]

Man, I just stumbled onto this channel a couple of days ago and cannot stop watching your videos. This looks insanely fun and you make it look effortless. Really liked this one explaining the basics.

[chasejenkins]

Looks so fun. I just saw the flying to McDonald’s thumbnail and checked out a lot of your videos. I had to subscribe. This sport looks amazing! You have great videos man keep up the good work. I’m hoping to take some classes at some point. Thanks again for the inspiration

[meltonsvideos]

Hi Tucker, I enjoy your videos a lot. Being 79 years old and having some bad knees I'll not be getting into this sport but vicariously, I enjoy flying with you. You make it look easy, but I know it's experience built over time.

[madelinel]

I’d like to see a video breaking down what wings are good for what things and what motors are good for what flying styles

[DavidDeWittStudio]

As somebody who loves these videos and at 71 will likely never be able to fly like this I do appreciate the basic understanding you just gave us how the paramotor actually flies and what trimmed out means, how you rise or gain lift and how you turn the wing or rather the reason it works when you tug on the lines, and brakes ... so VERY much appreciated this video because it makes me understand more of what you are doing. Those swoops to land are awesome and must be scary to learn at first! Great channel, always honest and fun to watch ...

[summitdave]

Guilty of self-taught..Im still alive....Awesome man...good stuff

[gaylanlee]

I am 65, post motorcycle accident via a dog strike, 5 surgeries to my right leg and do good to walk. Love watching your videos and flying with you via YouTube. Was wondering how they worked, enjoyed your explanation so much. I used to be a pilot and loved to fly and often had flying dreams as if I were flying without a plane, loved those dreams—every once in awhile I still have one. Darn if your flinging videos are not so much like my dreams. If I were younger and had good legs I would have to do that—but flying with you on YouTube is the next best thing. I enjoy your character as well, you are so thoughtful, considerate and kind—I suspect you have really good parents.😎🤟🇺🇸

[chasetonga]

I am a teacher and you are doing an excellent job teaching! I know nothing about paramotors, but your explanation and vocabulary helped me understand more about what you are doing when you fly. Thank you! PS: There is no way in hell I would ever pick up this hobby! I don’t like heights even though I have several pilots in our family. My grandpa always used to take us for rides in his Piper Cub and Fairchild. I grew up in Racine, WI. He flew me up to the EAA museum and brought me back to school once to UW Eau Claire.

[snortinnorton]

Travelled 1200 kms years ago for my first paraglider instruction and the teacher did, nt bother to turn up. Got totally peeved with the whole episode. This vid has me inspired to try again. Thanks Tucker from Tucker

[jackwebb]

I really liked how you explained Jacquelyn’s wing a few months ago. After I graduate from the AviatorPPG class I believe I’ll just get her wing. I’m a little older than you and I’m pretty happy just cruising around looking at the horse farms of Lexington. The spinning around that you did in this video would have me hurling my lunch onto the ground people. LOL. Loved this video Mr. Tucker.

[stevemolson]

Hi Tucker
I learned to fly paramotors about the same time as you, with Alex Ledger at Sky School in Spain, but due to work commitments, the weather here in uk and my partner didnt like me doing it, so i gave it up.
But started to watch your videos and it got me thinking what i was missing.
So i started to make time, My partner has gone, dont worry she dont blame you ..lol..

I think i have seen most of your videos and think there are fantastic. a good refresher for me after not doing it for a while.

On a couple of you videos you had landed down wind as you wasnt sure which way the wind was blowing.
A little tip.... if i am flying cross country and there is no indications of which way the wind is blowing when i am landing, i carry a small squash ball with a streamer attached, make a pass and drop the streamer to my landing site, indicating which way the wind is blowing, then i make my approach.

Keep up the good work

[chrishatton]

Hey Tucker that was an awesome video, I really enjoyed it! I definitely think you should do the motor video as there are so many different frames and motors on the market and it will be interesting to get your take on why you fly the scout and also why you prefer that motor to say, a Air Inception or the like. Look forward to your next video. Chris.

[ger]

As a former light and ultralight pilot, I have been wanting to see a video like this for a long time. Thanks for making it.

[markblankenship]

These videos have inspired me to finally lose weight, currently sitting around 280. When I hit the one somethings it is on. Keep up the good work Kiddo.

[mikecabral]

Thanks I’m a broken down old man. Only one are working at 100%. Not thinking about taking up the sport but I watch all of your videos. You really helped me better understand the basics operation which was a total blank for me. Keep having fun and be safe.

[madcowk]

Great basic explanation! Looks like this is the closest way to feel like you're truly flying! No panels in front, your arms are out and wind in your face. The more I watch the more I want to fly. Thanks!!

[nathanstokes]

Watched one of your videos 3 years ago and really enjoyed it, which in turn got me into skydiving. I just got my “A License” for skydiving two days ago and now looking at other things to do under canopy. All of the videos I’ve watched from you have been very educational and well put together, even the ones from several years ago! Thank You for sharing your passion and encouraging everyone to stay safe while entering the sport!!!!

[dlpoen]

I am a pilot fix wing and your teaching is great. I understand everything you explained and now I want a paramotor. simple and free setting in that flying chair and safe and affordable. great for fair weather flying.

[patricktraynor]

Loving the tutorials, planning on taking lessons this summer. Extra knowledge is good