Flying a Powered Parachute vs a Powered Paraglider Trike | Which is for you?

Just what is a powered parachute and how is it different from a powered paraglider trike?

They are both great machines that will get you into the sky. They are more alike than they are different, but sometimes different rules apply.

The FAA defines a lot of terms in the very beginning of the regulations, including a definition for powered parachutes.

The FAA says that, "Powered parachute means a powered aircraft comprised of a flexible or semi-rigid wing connected to a fuselage so that the wing is not in position for flight until the aircraft is in motion. The fuselage of a powered parachute contains the aircraft engine, a seat for each occupant and is attached to the aircraft's landing gear."

There is no separate definition for paragliders, powered paragliders (PPG), powered paraglider trikes, or powered paraglider quads in the FAA regs. We talk about Part 103 ultralight rules and how they apply to both powered paraglider trikes and powered parachutes.

Bottom line, if you are wanting to fly recreationally and you just want to take someone flying for fun, a two-place powered parachute with a sport pilot license remains your only truly legal route.

It comes down to your flying mission and your budget. If you are happy flying solo, you can save a lot of money by just getting into an ultralight.

If you want the ability to fly some else, a greater flying range, easier launches, flying at night, and the ability to fly in slightly windier conditions, a powered parachute is a great way to go.

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Want to fly powered paragliders or powered paraglider trikes? Visit the United States Powered Paragliding Association at: https://www.usppa.org

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