![]() ![]() There are four kinds of sports aviation that come under the Sports Aviation Federation of Australia (SAFA) - Hang gliding, Paragliding, Powered Paragliding and Microlighting.Įach of the different types of flight has its own specific requirements – and there are big differences in equipment, portability, suitability for conditions, etc. Here is a basic overview of each of the four types of flight that to get you thinking – then check out some of our videos and pictures to help you get a feel for what might interest you! ParaglidingĪ Paraglider pilot sits upright in a seated harness connected via lines to a fabric wing that maintains flight via air pressure under the wing. Paragliders are controlled via the manipulation of the lines – primarily via the two hand held brake lines – and through the shifting of the pilots weight under the wing. Paragliders are relatively simple to set up and are light enough to be carried in a backpack. Paragliders can launch and maintain flight in lighter conditions than hang gliders, and are generally more manoeuvrable too. Paragliding and hang gliding are possibly the cheapest type of flight. Hang Glider pilots fly in a horizontal position, face down in a harness that is affixed to a more rigid wing. The wing is most often an aluminium frame covered in a synthetic sail material. ![]() Hang gliders have a significantly more substantial structure than a Paraglider. Being more “aircraft-like” with their solid wing structure, hang gliders can glide further than paragliders and they can fly in stronger winds too. Powered Paragliding is achieved through the use of paraglider wings specifically designed for paramotoring.Ī paramotor pilots has a similar setup to a paraglider, however with the addition of a motor and propeller on their back. This in turn provides enough energy to launch from flat ground. Powered paragliding is most suited to low wind conditions. Paramotoring offers the pilot the opportunity to safely fly slower and lower. They are a popular choice over a microlight due to relative ease of transport, and the reduced entry cost over a microlight. Microlight pilots sit in a propeller-driven trike pod. This is suspended below a fabric wing that looks similar to a hang glider wing.Īs with hang gliding and paragliding, microlights are also weight shift controlled. Microlights allow higher, faster flying - and can be flown in more varied weather. A trailer is required for transport and running costs are higher. The THPA is committed to encouraging and supporting all members to fly safe and have fun! For this reason, microlights are often stored in a hanger. We welcome all enquiries about flying in Tasmania from anyone who is interested in learning more. Our members hold pilot ratings issued by the SAFA, which range from those just starting out through to advanced pilots.Test flights have not started the motor to determine the speed the most aerodynamic qualities and balancing apparatus transfer the suspension point of the pilot in the small range. It is necessary to ensure that the new trim speed was slightly greater than without an engine. To start better with the hills well, if the assistant will support the keel tube. ![]() Fly right with smooth head wind, the speed of which does not exceed 6 m/s (calm take-off difficult and unsafe). During the takeoff run and the engine should work with small number of revolutions. Upon reaching the balancing speed, the revs increase, making sure that the air speed of the glider have not changed. the movement of said hang - glider, a sleeve concentrically surrounding said propeller shaft and means for journalling said propeller shaft within said. The flights should be discontinued upon appearance of a dive or a big pitching moments. Their presence indicates improper installation of the engine. Conducting test flights and adjusting the mounting angle of the motor relative to the keel, to achieve a slight pitching moment that does not prevent the long flight. Before planting, you must lower the revs, ignition off and land in the usual way, remembering, however, that the landing speed must be higher - because the specific load on the wing more. ![]()
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