Phone: 0245 766 028 - Mobile: 0414 862 397
FAQ
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Are powered parachutes safe |
Yes |
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What happens if the engine stops |
You come down as a parachute and flare the canopy before landing |
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What if I run out of petrol |
Same as 2 |
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What happens if my parachute rips |
You can still land safely. The canopy is made from special "Rip Stop" Nylon which won't allow a tear to spread. |
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Has anyone died flying an powered parachutes |
No |
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When should I fly |
Anytime the wind is under 15km/h, usually early mornings and evenings |
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Safety |
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What should I wear to fly |
Warm clothes or a flying suit |
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Do I need a helmet |
Yes for your safety |
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What are the most common accidents |
Taking off in high winds and tipping thepowered parachutes over on the ground |
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Costs |
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How much to buy a powered parachutes |
P.O.A. Please contact Graeme Hutchinson for details |
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How much do trial flights cost |
$125.00 |
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How much does it cost to get a pilots licence |
If you have no flying qualifications, it is a 20 hour licence. Conversion from other aircraft types will require less than 20 hours. For details of full licensing costs, please contact Graeme Hutchinson. |
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How much are new parachutes |
Please contact Graeme Hutchinson. |
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What does engine servicing cost |
please contact Graeme Hutchinson. |
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What accessories do you sell |
A list of accessories is on the order form |
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Are spare parts expensive |
No. |
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How much is a powered parachutes trailer |
please contact Graeme Hutchinson. |
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can I pay off my powered parachutes in regular repayments |
Yes |
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Do you have any financing options available |
Yes |
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Flying |
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Is an powered parachutes, an aircraft or an ultra light |
The powered parachutes is a group D ultra light registered with the RAA |
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How fast do they fly |
up to 75 km/h |
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How high do they fly |
The legal limit is 5,000 ft/ 1524m |
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How far can they fly |
Safely 100 km |
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Where do you do the trial flights and training |
Hawkesbury area, Contact Graeme for details on |
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When do you do them |
Every weekend and sometime during the week, depending on the weather |
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When is training done |
Between 6.0am and 10.30am any day the weather is suitable |
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What's the lowest altitude I can fly at |
Legally 500 ft but lower with the permission of the property owner |
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How many people can they take |
The large canopy can take up to 200 kgs of payload, which includes passengers, fuel and accessories. |
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What kind of licence do I need for an powered parachutes |
AUF Group D powered parachute licence |
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Can I fly with a passenger |
Yes, once you have 30 hrs up and passed a passenger endorsement |
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Can I fly over the city |
No |
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Can I fly if its windy |
Yes, up to 15km/h |
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Where should I fly |
Outside controlled airspace and with the permission of the property owner |
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Where shouldn't I fly |
Not Inside controlled airspace and with permission from the landowner |
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What do I need to wear to fly |
Warm clothes or a flying suit which we provide |
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Are the aircraft CASA approved |
Yes |
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Is there an powered parachutes club |
Yes, the powered parachutes association in Vic and the Powered Parachute association incorporated in NSW |
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Are there any powered parachutes competitions |
Yes, the world championships are in the USA each August |
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Is a powered parachutes stable and comfortable to fly in |
Yes, as it uses 4 attachment points which make it very stable |
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How much space do I need to take off |
From 15m upwards but Generally within the length of a football field is ample room. |
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Why do people buy powered parachutes |
For the enjoyment and ease of use, safety, portability and fulfilling a dream to fly |
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Equipment Servicing & Maintenance |
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Who do I contact if I want to buy a Powered Parachute |
Contact the Hawkesbury Powered Parachute Centre and speak to
Graeme Hutchinson on |
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How long do they take to make |
Waiting periods are 2-4 weeks from order |
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Do you provide any warranty |
12 months warranty on the frame and parachute, 6 months on the engine |
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Where do I get spare parts |
From Hawkesbury Powered Parachute Centre |
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Can I choose my own colours for the parachute |
Yes, but this may take longer |
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Can I chose what words I want on my parachute |
Yes, why not use your company Logo? |
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What kind of engines are in powered parachutes |
Rotex 503 DCDI |
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How do I transport the powered parachutes |
On a trailer or in a ute |
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Does my powered parachutes need to be stored undercover |
Yes, to protect it from the weather |
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How often do they need servicing |
Every 50 hours for new spark plugs |
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Where can I have it serviced |
HPPC has a Level 2 Maintenance Engineer available |
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Can I service it myself |
Yes |
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If you have any questions or would like a trial Instruction Flight, or even just to join us at the airfield and have a look ! |
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Email us:
poweredparachutecentre@exemail.com.au
Ph: (02) 4576 6028 Mob: 0414 862 397
