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Powered Parachutes (PPC's) Discussion Forums
All things PPC!
PLEASE post only items that do not fit into one of the other catagories below in this forum.
by jumper
02-07-2010 02:49 PM Go to last post
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This forum is for Non PPC related discussion about anything you'd like!
by flynlow
02-04-2010 03:02 PM Go to last post
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Where do you fly from? A local farmer's hay field? An airstrip? A small airport? Share with us how you located and obtained permission to use a location for flying your PPC.
42 375
Spins, spirals, high attitude moves? Share what you know about them right here.
13 312
Hava a problem with your local airport? Are they "freezing" you out? Share your experience and strategies here.
by conogo
01-31-2010 09:01 PM Go to last post
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Found a good PPC related book, or looking for one? Perhaps you've located a great educational resource to share with everyone.
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What are the different certification levels, and how are they achieved? What do they permit you to do?
by ByrdMan
01-24-2010 06:19 PM Go to last post
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How do you dress for the various seasons? Any particular brands of clothes?
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ASC, USUA, EAA, NAPPF... what are the differences? What do they do? Which ones to join? This is also the place to list your PPC related club information.
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ALL posts related to Consumer Alerts, regardless of which manufacturer, supplier or product is being discussed, are to be posted in THIS forum. You're welcome to post them elsewhere, but they'll just be deleted.
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What to plan for, special considerations, doing it safely.
by lowpull
01-29-2010 11:43 PM Go to last post
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This forum is to discuss things that related to FAR 103 and the 6080 exemption such as weight and fuel restrictions, congested areas, etc.
by conogo
01-25-2010 11:19 AM Go to last post
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Tell everyone about upcoming events, and don't forget to share with us what happened when you got there! (Text only. Put photo posts in the Photos forum.)
by Rich K
01-31-2010 10:25 AM Go to last post
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You've read the FAQs and still can't get something to work? Ask here, and one of the "old hands" will help you out.
01-17-2010 06:43 PM Go to last post
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Built your PPC from a kit, or from "scratch?" Share the experience (and the results) with us.
01-31-2010 10:10 PM Go to last post
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Humor and Gag Posts (1 Viewing)
Have a joke? Or a "slightly" altered photo? Let's hear or see it!
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Thought of a way to make your PPC better? Share it with us!
12-30-2009 05:58 PM Go to last post
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Incidents database (1 Viewing)
This forum is for posts of actual incidents involving Powered Parachutes. This includes crashes, pull-overs, engine outs, problems due to design flaws, etc. Please post all known facts including time of day, windspeed, weather, etc.
by jumper
02-08-2010 10:59 PM Go to last post
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Or the lack thereof....
11-05-2009 10:28 AM Go to last post
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Navigation (1 Viewing)
Use this forum to discuss GPS or other aides related to navigation
by dnhill
12-04-2009 10:50 AM Go to last post
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Post your PPC related photo's and video's here. Try to pick the ones that really stand out! And if you just got your new PPC, we'll understand if you post a photo of your new "baby" here.
by lowpull
01-31-2010 02:05 AM Go to last post
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Do you want to find out what other people think? This is the place to post your poll questions about PPC's.
07-07-2009 08:55 AM Go to last post
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Have you seen a PPC in a movie or on TV? What was it positive exposure and promotion for our sport?
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Sport Pilot updates and talk
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This is a forum to post your PPC related stories. READER BEWARE! You'll have to think for yourself to determine if what you're reading is fact or fiction!
by jumper
01-17-2010 11:31 AM Go to last post
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What to do, or better yet, what not to do!
02-02-2010 01:47 PM Go to last post
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Questions about trailers or covers? Modified yours so it works better? Have a problem? Found a "new" way to transport your PPC? This is the place.
44 427
Need training or wish to get training advice from those in the know? This is the place for your posts!
by Boback
02-07-2010 04:16 PM Go to last post
21 263
Use this forum to discuss issues related to differences or considerations necessary when flying during the different seasons, and in various weather conditions.
01-02-2010 08:30 PM Go to last post
43 438
So you saw one at the local Monster Truck pull, and now you gotta have one! But which brand of PPC should you buy? Discuss it right here.
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PPC Owners and/or Prospective Owners, as well as Manufacturers/Dealers Forums
Ask questions and have discussions about PPC's by brand name. Manufacturers and dealers are welcome to answer specific questions regarding their PPC's as well as list contact, product, and technical information. Commercial posts are allowed.
08-24-2009 04:30 PM Go to last post
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12-11-2009 06:24 PM Go to last post
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This forum is for those with a Don Stutts designed PPC, including homebuilts.
by jumper
09-10-2009 11:40 PM Go to last post
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by ByrdMan
05-31-2008 11:25 PM Go to last post
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Condor (1 Viewing)
07-18-2007 09:42 PM Go to last post
3 10
08-27-2009 01:21 PM Go to last post
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by Brock
06-29-2007 09:48 AM Go to last post
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by asapjun
02-19-2009 03:14 AM Go to last post
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Manufacturer of the Predator PPC
01-10-2010 09:11 PM Go to last post
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by BWard
11-05-2009 10:30 AM Go to last post
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08-09-2009 04:42 PM Go to last post
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08-18-2008 06:54 PM Go to last post
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02-02-2010 12:29 PM Go to last post
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Red Fly is a European company that's been producing powered powerchutes (ppc) and powered paragliders (ppg) for over ten years. They produce single and double seaters and do any specific modifications a client wishes including technical specifications like the type of engine or coloristics of the cart, wing and so on.
Never 0 0
09-17-2009 05:33 AM Go to last post
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10-30-2009 01:19 PM Go to last post
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by asapjun
01-28-2010 06:35 PM Go to last post
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by Rich K
01-29-2010 08:13 PM Go to last post
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This forum is for off-brand or PPC's that are no longer manufactured
by popomen
12-27-2009 05:57 AM Go to last post
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Fly by Location - The Mustering Point
Who are you and where do you fly? Do you have a PPC club in your area? If you are a BFI, UFI, CFI, AFI, etc., please post your contact information in the state or Canadian province you represent. Also list the type(s) of UL you are an instructor for.
Click here to find instructors in the United States.
by conogo
01-26-2010 01:07 PM Go to last post
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Click here to find Canadian Instructors.
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Engine Forums
All things engine! Commercial posts are allowed in this forum.
All things 2si and Cuyuna!
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This forum is for the discussion of 4-stroke engine options with the exception of the HKS which has its own category.
by Bobcat
01-06-2010 12:35 PM Go to last post
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All things Hirth!
by CatMan
12-17-2009 11:01 PM Go to last post
26 222
HKS
All things HKS!
05-12-2009 08:06 PM Go to last post
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MZ (1 Viewing)
All things MZ!
by Fritz
05-31-2009 03:20 PM Go to last post
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All things Rotax!
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All things Solo!
12-24-2009 11:19 AM Go to last post
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All things Zanzoterra!
09-25-2008 07:00 AM Go to last post
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All things Zenoah!
by Weaver
12-11-2008 10:55 PM Go to last post
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by yak55x
09-25-2009 12:56 AM Go to last post
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Components and Parts Forums
These forums are for discussion of non-engine related parts and components on a PPC
How do you sync your carbs? Do you have the right jets? Post all carb related issues here.
12-14-2009 11:51 AM Go to last post
34 299
Squares or Ellipticals? Riser lines, safetly lines, steering lines and related hardware. Kiting the chute correctly, and trimming it.....
by ByrdMan
01-16-2010 08:15 PM Go to last post
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Helmets, Headset, and Intercoms
84 615
Have an electrical problem with your PPC? Post all wiring related problems or questions to this forum.
12-10-2009 10:18 AM Go to last post
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Getting a new one? Maintaining an old one? Which type is best? Should it be tuned? Questions, questions....
01-22-2010 12:53 AM Go to last post
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Questions about gas, oils, dilution ratios, coolants or related issues? This is the place to discuss them.
01-06-2010 05:16 AM Go to last post
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This forum is for the discussion of gearbox or drive reduction issues on all PPC engines
by phil
11-11-2009 10:57 PM Go to last post
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Nuts, bolts, fasteners, grades, etc.
08-01-2009 12:54 AM Go to last post
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Questions or discussion about what kind to use, or application? Post them here.
05-23-2008 09:01 PM Go to last post
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This category is to discuss the various instruments such as the Grand Rapids EIS, Taskem EFI, Stratomaster, and others
02-09-2010 06:03 AM Go to last post
27 218
Help us shed some light on the subject!
by ByrdMan
01-18-2010 10:58 AM Go to last post
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2 or 3 blade? Ivo, Warp, or Powerfin? List all prop related issues here.
01-29-2010 03:53 AM Go to last post
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Problems with your throttle? Not sure what to do? Discuss it here.
9 72
Smoothies, knobbies, whatever.... Talk about 'em here.
by WyoFly
12-29-2009 09:16 AM Go to last post
7 41
For Sale or Wanted
Post items for sale or items you would like to buy
by flyn2
11-13-2009 07:48 PM Go to last post
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01-24-2010 05:57 AM Go to last post
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11-19-2009 08:41 PM Go to last post
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Stuff that just doesn't fit into the other categories.
01-22-2010 06:10 PM Go to last post
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PPC's (1 Viewing)
by lowpull
02-09-2010 02:21 AM Go to last post
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10-04-2009 12:36 PM Go to last post
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08-07-2009 12:16 PM Go to last post
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If you are a vendor of PPC related items please list your products, website, contact, and other information here.
11-08-2009 09:47 PM Go to last post
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