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@joshuaspringfield3549 2 ай бұрын
Does the old man still fly today.
@joshuaspringfield3549 2 ай бұрын
Hope so
@joshuaspringfield3549 2 ай бұрын
Respect to jim
@user-bm7ze1vn8f 3 ай бұрын
I want to buy one. No seatbelt harness?
@AlpineWarren 7 ай бұрын
I've always enjoyed this video Constance - I see you lost Wiley earlier this year - God Bless you and your family. <3
@SpressoHead 11 ай бұрын
In’95, I had a near-fatal skydiving accident. During the healing process, I met Ken Benner in Billings, MT. He introduced me to this wonderful sport, and I was soon flying my own Six Chuter SR-1. Ken soon bought a 582 Dream Machine. It was awesome. I always loved the freedom of my single-seat. Being a former jumper, I loved the ability to hot dog it a bit. Anyway ken, myself, and many others enjoyed the flyins and numerous activities over the years. I got out in ‘04 when FAA started cracking down on us, and I was driving truck and didn’t have much time to play. I miss it horribly. Anyone see Kenny out there, have him hit me up - it’s been a long time, bro. Johnny would like know what you’re up to, and if you still got your wings on!
@briankane3905 Жыл бұрын
Wiley. Great you are enjoying your dreams. Keep it up buddy!!
@mjt106 Жыл бұрын
Fabuleux 👌🤪
@Dogsrule777 Жыл бұрын
That’s livin the dream! So cool! :)
@nytess2 Жыл бұрын
If there’s an engine failure can it still land safely with just the chute?
@christopherhill3067 Жыл бұрын
Yes
@KilkennyLights Жыл бұрын
Jim I love the relaxed nature of your aircraft. Perhaps a helmet or maybe not. God bless.
@fredgrant1061 Жыл бұрын
I do wear a helmet most of the time.
@vintagemxer9165 Жыл бұрын
Now that I finally have found access to a private airfield, I can seriously think of getting one after 30 years thinking of it. What is required to getting a 2 seater? I read special certification is required. What is involved? Can I get a PPC and NOT be trained to fly?
@fredgrant1061 Жыл бұрын
A two seat powered parachute requires at least a sport pilot license and is an FAA registered aircraft. The simplest way to fly is to buy a single seat machine that complies to FAR part 103. That means empty weight of not more than 255 lbs. and not more than 5 gallons of fuel. No license required. Go get dual instructions somewhere to be safe and enjoy your flying.
@mike61219 Жыл бұрын
Such a pratt, flying without any helmet.????????!!!!!!!!!
@davinnb1552 2 жыл бұрын
Imagine the level of freedom you must feel. Amazing.
@fredgrant1061 Жыл бұрын
you are absolutely correct.
@devintrombley2335 2 жыл бұрын
I want to roll a doobie and ride up in the clouds smoking
@Rose-lq7uo 2 жыл бұрын
Omg let's do it
@daviddootson9016 2 жыл бұрын
Enjoyed your video mate thanks for sharing ,keep safe
@iishyxvietxboyii 2 жыл бұрын
It’s probably not possible where I’m at huh? (Los Angeles)
@chargerman100 2 жыл бұрын
We just moved to Saint Augustine Florida I would love to look into this.
@bigtime8924 2 жыл бұрын
I feel like this would be a great tool to use when committing crimes
@L2FlyMN 2 жыл бұрын
They are very fun, but stay out to late on a morning flight, & the building thermals & turbulence can become quite unnerving in a hurry, making you feel like your on the end of a Bungie.
@fredgrant1061 Жыл бұрын
The ideal flight conditions are from calm to 10 mph wind. Less is better. Winds most places in the Midwest begin to come up around 10am. Evenings as the sun goes down are ideal.
@L2FlyMN Жыл бұрын
@@fredgrant1061 For sure! I went out one morning, & thermals built sooner than expected, & by the time I got back to my LZ, my carts nose was doing figure 8's. Not a fun experience! 🤢
@adangarcia6584 3 жыл бұрын
I've never even knew about these until now. And now I have another goal to accomplish. Thank you
@MrHardworker09 3 жыл бұрын
I think I'd shit myself
@fredgrant1061 3 жыл бұрын
Try “Leading Edge Airfoil “ for engine parts.
@toddpiercey6595 3 жыл бұрын
I recently purchased the exact same model and year. Do you know where I can get replacement parts and instruction manual. I can't seem to find anything online. Any help at all would be greatly appreciated.
@fredgrant1061 3 жыл бұрын
Todd Piercey I am trying to locate a source for parts. I’ll try to get back in touch.
@joshupmeyer7318 3 жыл бұрын
Could a pilot log flight hours in this aircraft?
@dezman4634 3 жыл бұрын
Yes, of course.
@donshields4470 3 жыл бұрын
Hello Fred! I noticed you have been answering posts for the last two weeks! Good to hear you are still active. I have viewed this video 20 times! It is very enjoyable to watch. I am almost too old to start at 70, but I sure do have a yearn to get up there. Do you still fly around?
@dezman4634 3 жыл бұрын
I'm 65. Been flying one a year now. You can keep it simple. I hope to get 10 more years out of the sport. Sure is nice once you get in the air. To have a barn & land like Mr Grant would be best.
@fredgrant1061 Жыл бұрын
Don I still fly but have been hammered by some back problems. My wife should be checked out this year. Thanks for the comment.
@donshields4470 Жыл бұрын
@@fredgrant1061 it makes me feel kinda special for you to send me a reply! You have been famous to me these past few years because 6 years ago I started following the PPC videos...and you always have been the first and best video I watched. I really hope you and the wife get better soon! Have a better day!
@jamesschrom317 4 жыл бұрын
I had a 2000 Destiny and it was dream to fly.
@brucesweatmaniii6030 4 жыл бұрын
powered parachutes went out when paraglider was invented?/ why fly a model t went you can get a chev?
@fredgrant1061 4 жыл бұрын
My knees wouldn’t like it. I’ll take any model T also.
@dezman4634 3 жыл бұрын
I have both. PPG is a lot more work. I have a cigarette lighter on my PPC. I could make a cup of coffee in flight.
@carlschmiedeke151 5 жыл бұрын
This has been a life long dream of mine, just can't afford it
@The_Real_Indiana_Joe 5 жыл бұрын
You could have, before the government f'd it up! There were many competing companies, now there are few.
@T-roy33 2 жыл бұрын
I used to own one, sold it and miss it
@patrickpina6744 2 жыл бұрын
If you go single seat like a trike it's about half the cost as a tandem Rotax powered setup. Those can go up to 30k. Decent trike setup single seater 12 to 14k gets a nice setup. Foot launch with just a backpack seat and no wheels and that's under 10k all day long.
@seanseanseanseansean 5 жыл бұрын
Nice job on this Connie
@johncimino651 5 жыл бұрын
Fun day at the races with our friends Bill & Marylin
@seanseanseanseansean 5 жыл бұрын
oopsie
@wallyklw5 5 жыл бұрын
Why no helmet?
@jessepacheco4857 5 жыл бұрын
Because Uncle Wiley ain't no bitch..
@fredgrant1061 4 жыл бұрын
Usually do use a helmet. Good practice.
@Twilight-Imagery 5 жыл бұрын
What a wonderful video!
@tonydrago5364 5 жыл бұрын
VERY nice video both in content & the production. Thanks, Wiley Grant for your well-spoken , well-paced description of the powered parachute experience. Definitely got me thinking about getting one. Hope Wiley is well & still flying...
@dezman4634 3 жыл бұрын
Been two years, have you purchased one yet?
@juan14964 5 жыл бұрын
Wow awesome video ....
@MrRentgould 5 жыл бұрын
Very cool , thanks .... Who is the enthusiastic piano player
@fredgrant1061 4 жыл бұрын
Music by Susan Mckenzie.
@suhaspoul8026 5 жыл бұрын
nice
@rayharkins14 5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video. Nice
@ngonikenyaditswe704 5 жыл бұрын
gracious granpa
@peterkazan3698 5 жыл бұрын
where can I get one? great video by the way
@chrisleek855 6 жыл бұрын
Like Jim this video was a great introduction to the sport. Now we have our own 2 seat powered parachute and my daughter and twin boys all obtained their pilot certificates at 15 years of age. Nothing beats being in the air with good company. Thanks Willey. Keep well my friend.
@434holly 5 жыл бұрын
Where and what kind did you buy? I live in Seymour In, and interested in getting into this sport. Thanks
@chrisleek855 5 жыл бұрын
@@434holly I bought the Hummerchute by Aerochute Industries.
@Makitaization 6 жыл бұрын
Common sense says to turn right you would push the left pedal forward, like with a motorbike, bicycle or a skid steer. Its so ingrained in me to do that I'd hafta get the controls changed to work that way.
@fredgrant1061 4 жыл бұрын
No. Easy to adjust.
@fredgrant1061 Жыл бұрын
It’s actually a very naturally controlled aircraft.
@bryantmaximilionalpha2840 6 жыл бұрын
I've recently run across one of these used, for $1000. I'm going to check it over pretty well and if I like it, will buy it and train myself to fly it!
@richarddegen6184 5 жыл бұрын
can't even get a used wing for that price, not counting the trike
@ronaldpalmer3246 6 жыл бұрын
hi i hope he still flys. i am just wondering. i had to say after watching him and the video . i bought one too.
@sarah-nm6dt 6 жыл бұрын
The wings have come along ways since then! Love the video!
@saroshmac 7 жыл бұрын
Awesome.
@xgtiguy 7 жыл бұрын
I'm a x trucker and I gotta say I miss the back country roads of the heartland. sure is nice to see from the air. be safe☺
@i7like7to7trip7 7 жыл бұрын
Pretty cool, ever get baked and go for a fly
@The_Real_Indiana_Joe 7 жыл бұрын
I got one of these and I can tell you, there's no way in hell I'd get baked and fly. It is a thrill enough on its own.
@coldsoup8958 6 жыл бұрын
This is literally my first thought every time I see one of these vids. ha. After I mastered the sport, i'd do it every time
@The_Real_Indiana_Joe 6 жыл бұрын
There is a very healthy nervousness that comes with flying (for me anyway). You don't want to mess up, it could be deadly. I like a few drinks, but would never drink and fly. You get high every time anyway :D.
@jimgordon3152 7 жыл бұрын
One of my first videos I watched,as i rapidly took interest in the sport of PPC flying. Awesome video ! 1 year ago, I took up drone photography. This past spring I met a guy that owned a ppc, and I knew right away, I had to look further into it. luck had it, I was able to take a ride in a 2 seat ppc from a local man in my neighboring area. 3 weeks later I owned a Buckeye dream machine, red barron red/2 seat/582 rotax. Life was on a fast track. i took a few field lessons, and help from 2 local men that have become true friends, You can say they took me under their wing, patiently worked with me with good instruction, and I have now been solo several times and absolutely love it. Started out as a drone hobby 1 year ago, and now flying like a bird. Nothing compares. Hope you have safe flights,keep the videos coming, Thank you,Jim
@josephward5436 3 жыл бұрын
@Randall D No, you don't need a license to fly a powered parachute or a registration for the aircraft AS LONG AS the powered parachute meets the guidelines of an Ultralight Vehicle. If you don't know what the definition of an Ultralight Vehicle is, refer to 14 CFR § 103.1(e). For powered parachutes that don't meet the definition of Ultralight, at least a Sport Pilot certificate with a powered parachute rating is needed.
@chargerman100 2 жыл бұрын
Take me take me!
@DONphantasmo 7 жыл бұрын
I don't fly the trikes, I have only flown the foot launch models. I can attest that this might be the best thing to happen to aviation since the Wright brothers!!! A blast... You can fly on a daily basis for under $5,000
@richarddegen6184 5 жыл бұрын
ppg footlaunch is no comparison to ppc trike, I have done both
@venkateshnani0207 7 жыл бұрын
hello sir,i wonna make that one for my project can you please help me
@fredgrant1061 4 жыл бұрын
What do you need? A bit late I’m afraid.