Learning To Fly A Paramotor!

[@TuckerGott]

Feeling inspired to fly?! Aviator PPG is where I learned to fly over 5 years ago. Not only will you gain the foundation of skill and knowledge required to excel in this incredible sport, you will join the family of Aviators! Sign up for training with the link below. Don't forget to mention my name on the drop down for a free t-shirt from www.tuckergott.com upon securing your spot! - aviatorppg.com/training-sign-up

[@carlbringas9034]

I had started hang gliding years ago when it first started and gear was less than what it is today. Paragliding looks like where it is at. Tucker, any suggestion on training outfits in the Los Angeles area? LOVE the videos!!

[@freedommachine6857]

Tucker Gott I want to get into this so badly now ! I live in Rhode Island and have a bunch of turf fields near my house ! Probably could get permission to use them !

[@freedommachine6857]

And from the turf fields go buzz the bay!!

[@MikeFlyItAll]

My first flight I had a smile on my face for about 7hrs. that day... it was like my face was swelled up in the shape of a smile lol... will never forget that moment...

[@john3Lee]

The reassuring voice of the instructor is so good. ✔️

[@TheRealLordKittens]

Seriously. It is almost Bob Ross like at some points.

[@squimped]

TheRealLordKittens lol, that was my thought as well. With that calm voice I bet the instructor could talk my mom into the air, and she panics if she's standing on a chair ;)

[@Nocturnes1984]

I totaly agree. The guy makes you feel ok from start to finish.

[@pegbars]

These guys are by far the best I've seen. They are the only instructors who don't make the program about themselves.

[@tlo8646]

That guy is a 100% perfect instructor. Calm, cool, collected and always positive/encouraging. Most conducive environment possible for a student. Those that have learned from him are very lucky

[@FlightChops]

Really cool - I love watching the learning process of any sort of flying!

[@TuckerGott]

Love your videos man! Have you considered learning to fly paramotors?

[@aviator]

I'm with Tucker on this one ;)

[@KillerSpud]

Do you guys follow FliteTest too? They were literally just at that flight school learning to paramotor. I suggest checking out Bruno Vassel as well for some cool soaring videos.

[@eu351977]

Wow General Aviation meets the Paramotor world, to see Tucker Gott, FlightChops, Aviator PPG, all congregating together! This really shows how interconnected the flying community can be!

[@Hilts931]

Hey flight chops, good to see you here! Love your videos. I'm a trainee pilot from the UK but I fly from Stoney Creek EAA65 down the road from you!

[@AttentiveDragon]

I think I've got the paramotor bug. Watching these videos has really inspired me. I absolutely have to do this.

[@KowboyUSA]

Same here.

[@EnigmaGameMaster]

Same, one day.

[@Avm371998]

Attentive Dragon same for me. Unfortunately a paramotor is pretty expensive tho. Anywhere between 6k and 10k

[@EnigmaGameMaster]

In Canada you can get one used for like 4K CAD, that's like 3K USD. But there are a billion mandatory permits and insurance you have to get before you can take off in Canada.

[@paddleflambeau9434]

I’m scheduling a tandem flight at a place that does them near me. The idea of skydiving is horrifying and gives me so much anxiety just thinking about it. This is so different it seems so safe and way less scary. I think I find it appealing because the parachute is already open when you take off and in skydiving there is a chance it won’t open.

[@aviator]

Glad you could be here with us for a class again! The stoke in everyone's eyes makes the long hours and heat all worth it. Can't wait to fly with you more soon brother :)

[@TuckerGott]

Yeah buddy! Always a good time.

[@v-zeno-exploits8169]

Wth u bros uhhh

[@SeanAllocca]

Thanks for your videos Tucker, my wife and I will start taking paragliding lessons next month as the first step to getting into PPG. Thanks for the inspiration.

[@TuckerGott]

Awesome man! This video should be particularly inspirational. :D

[@SeanAllocca]

Totally inspirational, making my wife watch it now. Keep flying and keep posting. Hope to run into you one day at a fly in and thank you personally for inspiring me to get off my ass and do the thing I have dreamed about for years.

[@richardwade511]

Sean Allocca .... 2 years later... how did it go?

[@anunentitledmotivatedmille7731]

@@richardwade511 it went well. So well in fact they created there own channel

[@garrettwoolley9436]

I took my training with Aviator PPG in December 2016 - right before their training wait list exploded! They've got a great curriculum and you can tell from the video how instructors Eric, Travis, Jon and Kyle are passionate about helping you reach your goals. Highly recommend having the means to buy your own equipment - don't just take a few lessons and go home. Buy whatever Aviator PPG suggests for your flying abilities. You're going to hate yourself for taking lessons and not being able to go out on a calm day with your own equipment! Set aside about $15,000 for all your training and gear and then go experience the freedom of flight! Great job Tucker putting this video together. I think it's going to be really popular and helpful for those trying to learn more.

[@douglas61920]

Garrett Woolley Are they located all over the country or just in NJ?

[@markbeatlesyeah]

Absolutely wonderful to see what to expect when you first learn to fly. Jaclyn was right, the expressions and emotions are so wonderful to witness. I suspect that never goes away no matter how many times you fly. I could relate to everything they shared and I've never flown!

[@paulperrigorcpilot]

You have inspired me. Your videos are amazing. I am 49 years old. I have wanted to fly since i was 5. I want you to know that because of you I have my first lesson on the 24th of this month. Keep up the good work. Keep posting those awesome videos. I hope to meet you someday. Because of you (and my wonderfully understanding wife) my dreams are going to come true!

[@SeachangeUnit]

Great viewing. Wonderful to see. Soon, very soon I will join these ranks. Currently doing my Paraglider Accreditation. Awesome to watch others getting their Paramotor wings. Thanks Tucker and Jacquelyn for filming and sharing the achievements.

[@StanBarankiewicz]

Tucker, you should become an AviatorPPG alliance partner and start teaching in NJ. You would do great!!

[@ryancrazy1]

omg If they started teaching in NJ that would be amazing. I don't think i could warrant going all the way to florida to learn, but I'm in SouthEast PA so I'm right next to jersey. I would definitely do that. Give up that parachute packing job for a job with them teaching!

[@davidb7328]

Has anyone here had any experience with Pennsylvania Paragliding? Seems like that school is fairly close to you, Tucker and Ryan. Maybe a video review of them? I am in NY myself and just checking into other options since AviatorPPG has a fairly long wait list.

[@TuckerGott]

I haven't had personal experience with them, but a friend has and I can't say he's been happy with his experience there.

[@davidb7328]

Oh damn, that's a shame but good to know. Thanks! It's good seeing reviews and hearing feedback from others, for us newcomers to the sport. Keep flying, posting videos, and stay safe.

[@JoshuaAnderson91]

I'd definitely love to have you as my instructor! You're so chill and knowledgeable. Hell, you might even be able to convince my fiancee to be ok with me paramotoring!

[@BudgetFPVRC]

Awesome video Tucker! I'm a 6k+ hour fixed wing instructor and you did a great job of capturing the student's reaction to their first flight. There is really nothing like it. For myself, student solo day was like Pay-Day. I am thoroughly enjoying your channel and your sense of humor, GREAT ENTERTAINMENT! You have me thinking about going back and becoming a student again. Thanks for the videos and Happy Motoring. LOL

[@FriendlyNeighborhoodDM]

Watching the TestFlight guys learn and now this crew, it's great to see how wonderful the paramotor community is. It's so rad that you and Jaclyn hung out with the class and were getting so stoked watching them. Flying a paramotor has been added to my life goals list as is training with the Aviator PPG team :).

[@schott9014]

Tucker- thanks for putting this together. It was great meeting you and Jaclyn. You were one of the reasons why I wanted to do this. It's cool watching you fly and even better to do it myself. Thanks for all the advice. Hope to see you in the sky. Aviator PPG rocks!

[@aviator]

Hiiiii Dave!

[@K22MDL]

Most inspirational video I've watched on paramotors, primarily due to Tucker and his young lady Jaclyn. I'm an old git but this has given me the push to get super fit and consider actually trying it out for myself. Thanks guys!!

[@kerryhill1522]

Thanks for putting this together Tucker. Very cool meeting you and Jaclyn! Thanks for all the encouragement also!!

[@davepeoples]

Starting PPG training this week! Mucho thanks to Tucker for helping inspire, motivate and for sharing his understanding of this amazing way of flying!

[@monkeymang13]

I was just checking out this school yesterday. Definitely going to learn from these guys.

[@danieljspencer5287]

Fantastic! I remember the thrill I got when I first lifted off the ground....I was grinning from ear to ear for weeks afterwards!

[@tigergreg8]

Congratulations to all who flew. I don't know them, but I'm certainly proud of them. I like how the trainer keeps telling them to take a deep breathe. What great advice while doing something frighteningly beautiful. If I ever decide to do this, this is the school I'd want to attend.

[@williamdistel2661]

Very professional! What a calm voice you have there, very relaxing. For all you people who are undecided, just do it, its amazing!

[@larrykorell750]

I just wanted to say I really enjoyed this particular video. It shows some flyers taking their first flights. I loved the interaction of the new students with the Aviator Paramotor instructors...encouraging the guys on. Good stuff!

[@StoryboardMindset]

The lead instructor does a good job of keeping his voice even. Reminds me of the Blue Angels lead.

[@cerealhoola9022]

What a beautiful thing to watch. Thanks for sharing.

[@TBolt1]

I enjoy your videos, Tucker. This is definitely on my bucket list, now.

[@samcdigweed]

Love the fact that they are so happy and relieved after landing! Will be starting my PG lessons within a few months if my money situation is okay. Been desperate to get flying again since my first tandem skydive 2 years ago, and I have a PG school locally. Thanks to your videos, i will eventually look at getting into PPG, despite never initially being interested in going down that route. Keep up the good videos, they seem to be getting better and better!

[@jamesworth6507]

Already addicted and I haven't even done it yet. Holy hell that look fun!

[@RogerDiotte]

@ 9:21 this guys first landing...Right On you made me proud all the way up in Canada! I've never done this YET and you made it look awesome! The others there after made me feel like YES I will do this! Man I want to be around this group!

[@JetMech100]

Thanks Tucker for your vids. I've talked to an instructor in my area and hopefully very soon will be up in the air making my own adventures. Your a really great inspiration to this sport. Keep up the great vids brother.

[@davidfultz6483]

Superb video ! Tucker , I cant thank you enough !

[@g.beeker5561]

Surprisingly so happy for these guys and even proud for them. Great stuff. Still lobbying the ball and chain for my own chance.

[@djVanRyan]

Taking my first paragliding lessons in a week! Stoked! When I get my paramotor, you should come out to Utah and we'll fly some canyons.

[@FEARLFULL1]

Van Ryan how did your lessons go ?

[@maximlg253]

So many good memories. That turtle was hilarious!

[@ryancrazy1]

12:55 nice job by the instructor there. Making sure he didn't let off power and try to give up on that landing. I can only imagine the faceplant if he had let off the power when he started tripping

[@AlienLookingDown]

Great vids!!!! THANKS for sharing those guys' happiness - all of them did good! No shirt tails cut off, huh??!!! LOL! When you start teaching on staff, I suggest that you keep your schedule loose enough so you (& Jacyln) are still be able to travel, shoot videos where you fly, demo techniques, review wings, paramotors, and other equipment, plus have guests (flying with you & featuring their techniques) and get sponsorships that allow your videos to still help build the sport and show folks how much fun life can be!!! Now please get those t-shirts and other merchandise ready for sale (if you don't have time, maybe Jaclyn can help! Even if you just do a t-shirt with "lines of wind" going over a wing (similar to, but not an exact copy, of the one you got with your new Sport, you'd probably sell a hundred right off! All sizes now, from S all the way up to 3XL! There's trip & gas money waiting on you there!!!!!! Good luck & thanks again!

[@spinnanz]

I've never flown anything yet, but your videos have me hooked! Come October (summer here) I've got a 1 day intro day with paragliding. If it's me, I'm then taking the 10 day course to get a licence for a paramotor. I should really video log it, start to finish!

[@rayharkins14]

This is a really good school. I can tell by how well the training takes place. Tucker thanks for the nice video.

[@mbathtub]

Hi from Australia, Awesome video, I can't wait to start this up late next year I'm hoping, looks like so much fun.

[@lecreme7888]

Tucker have you considered doing paragliding using thermals for lift?

[@jimfuhrman8665]

Love seeing new pilot's first flights! Great Video.

[@Axel-xt3cx]

My dad and im going at the end of the to the USA to learn ppg because of you. Thanks for making your cool videos and for inspiration! Grating from Germany!

[@ppgbobfather9919]

Great video - congrats to all the new pilots!!!

[@StarFyter1]

Nailed It!!! I liked Eric's words near the end. "Easier to fly than it is to kite". This is good news to me since all I've done so far is kite. :)

[@mark675]

StarFyter1 kitings well worth the effort else launching will get so tiring if you fail one after another, more kiting control= more chance of launching first go :) keep it up :) 👍

[@pof1991]

Nice video and what a great friendly pro team of instructors love it

[@snarf2948]

the coaches voice sounded like the one the flight test group worked with. positive coaching. I live in Las Vegas and would love to learn along with my buddy who I fly RC with but to the best of my knowledge there's no school's out here. great videos Tucker... long time watcher first time commenter. lol

[@dallinmcconnell1941]

Flite Test was at the same school. It is the same coach. I think that Team Fly Halo does lessons out of California.

[@randallgrant6175]

The instructors voice sounds like the same guy who was teaching his son, he deserves a raise! It's great that you showed newbies

[@datsdope6701]

Omg awesome ,(like all ur vids) can't wait till I'm old enough to take the course!!! Thx for showing me what it's like to learn to fly paragliders

[@searay3400]

Wow, that is so awesome watching those guys learning to fly!

[@droppingbangers5682]

Love the unique style of videos man keep it up

[@scebadoff]

Sweet first flight smiles! I love the gradual progression training at Aviator.

[@Leo-mh2mz]

hey Tucker, thanks for all the vids! you've got me hooked already, I've contacted aviator ppg and hope to be in the air soon(they have a wait list a year long, so I'm probably going to learn at one of the places they recommend). in the meantime, do you mind doing a video showing us , from the ground cam, the difference between wing overs and barrel roles? when watching from your helmet cam , I can't quite visualize the difference. thanks brother, -fellow NJ native living in awesome CO

[@dolamyte]

That goose was totally honking "good job! Good job!" During it's flyby

[@Grayson203]

Cant wait till i can get up there in the sky. Cant go to aviator since its so far away from me, but still super excited to learn.

[@clauderousseau3305]

Good job Tucker. On top of raw passion you transmit, you do it more and more as a true video Director. I know what video editing is, kudos, man. Keep it coming. And btw Scout will be my choice.yay, can't wait. Hi Jaqueline!!

[@Xiang-u8w]

Who else wants to learn to fly after this lockdown?? :D

[@Cedalion]

X91 i do. I didn’t know I was old enough, but turns out in the US there is no age restriction. I was assuming you had to be like 21. Turns out there are pilots as young as 9.

[@randomshmoe5028]

I'm still broke as hell

[@TartBarista]

@@Cedalion yeah and its a couple thousand which is cheap for air craft training

[@louispconstant6624]

I'm really thinking about it, but wondering how often/easy (without sounding like a bitch) can this go wrong? I'm thinking 50/50 lol

[@louispconstant6624]

I keep imagining one bird might fly into that chute, then bam! falling like a rock

[@nemoexpress3426]

I just found you're channel. Certainly wish I would have found it soon cause I live in Lakeland but heading to West Texas next week.

[@supergrooover]

Wow, very nice. I am a PG instructor and am impressed with the professionalism of these guys. Also the briefing room with the screen and comfy chairs, their clothing with the callsigns, very neat.When i get some spare time again i FO SHO will learn PPG as well. Seems lovely just to be cruising around. The notion of "storing your brake" really hurts my brain in ways you cant imagine, but i guess there will be some differences to overcome :)

[@nicholasjohnson5752]

Awesome can't wait to go

[@colemanm8954]

One of my absolute favorite videos. Contending for Icarus race day 4.

[@crazykiter]

Hey Tucker ! What about a little contest between you, Kyle O and Woody....Each of you make a video, you climb to 2000 ft AGL , stop the motor, and the one that last the longer before landing or restart wins ! That would test all your free flying abilities !

[@zeillion]

That was super cool on so many levels. One of those being... seeing myself do it some day.

[@Tommy_Boy.]

Really Cool! Congrats to the aviators!

[@t34bravo]

Dude, seriously, where did you get the airfoil shirt you're wearing at the beginning and where can I get one?

[@kingsley15]

Glad I was recommended a video of Tucker's - I've since watched over 2 hours of his videos. I am literally obsessed! I want to do this in Ireland so bad! Like legit train and obtain a licence. However, there doesn't seem to be anywhere in Ireland.

[@premierdronefootage6717]

I want to learn how to fly a Paramotor now! Great job with these videos! I fly drones, so I get to see the same views from the ground, but I'd love to see it in person!

[@jodycarlosborrageiro9588]

This instructor is awesome... so smooth and calm... I think he did the Flite Test guys as well...

[@rolloverriderpgr]

You just showed me one of my problems ground handling and gliding down to the other field! Too much brake pressure launching! I'll put this lesson to the test today at the field!

[@VetOnFire]

Where can I get that shirt TG @4:15? I might have missed it if you have mentioned it before

[@jayk8207]

its his own merch i think

[@mikefawkes5010]

love being up high as a rock climber looks like i might be changing my sport :D tks to you @tuckergott have book or next year lessons here in UK

[@russrh]

Tucker, you make this look so easy!

[@Bigdarrious12]

Holy shit, didn’t realize you were out of Florida lol. I’m from Lakeland! just found your videos this morning man. Would love to come watch this happen while I’m recovering from my motorcycle accident! Cool vids and great content bud keep it up

[@anunentitledmotivatedmille7731]

I'm going to do this. I find when I say that outloud it usually happens. So yea.

[@snoozinglion8596]

You're a great ambassador for the sport Tucker ;) Thanks for sharing!

[@TheTrojanMaker]

i love these longer vids

[@danneruda4416]

Dude i just want to start class today. Last week i knew i had to try this and today it's all i can think about. Amazing job to everyone! I hope i can only hope to do that well my first flight.

[@AcheliusDecimus]

I could never do this in my country, too many power wires, I would have to find myself some serious open space. Love these vids.

[@AliFeraoon]

That is so amazing !!

[@rudikdk]

What a great Instruktions - Great Work! :-)

[@Cedalion]

I have just learned that there are 9 year old pilots. Nine. Now I feel bad I haven’t learned yet.

[@azizjumaev5622]

The instructor's calm voice though! "wait wait wait pressure, pressure here you go buddy" !

[@puneumesh]

I have become a fan of you. Subscribed to your and EricFarewell's Channel. What an awesome icecool instructor he is. One word of caution though. Using good Knee Guards will add to the safety quotient of the fliers particularly the beginners. I myself am a PPG flier with 200 hrs and 350 landings. I know the importance of KneeGuards. The number of scratches are tell-tale log of failed landings but saving of Knee. It is educative watching your and eric's videos. Have a great flying season ahead

[@nicolashoyt5341]

Highly considering selling some of my Automotive toys to start up this... I've been dreaming of flying for as long as I can remember.... Had things I wanted to do last weekend but instead I got stuck into watching videos on this and learning everything I could from the internet. Mixed feelings on whether that was still a productive weekend or not haha

[@yourallygod8261]

If ya learned something definately :p

[@FlashbackM0t0rcycles]

That’s awesome tucker

[@Adui13]

I think I want to do this more than any other type of flight Ive experienced.. (A few lessons in a sailplane, and an intro flight in a cesna)

[@robertwren2289]

Tucker, you need to look these guys up now and make a video of them four years latter. Knowing this was their first flight made my stomach fall. I'm trying to imagine my first flight, looks kinda scary. But I'm sure I'll feel ok after going through the training. I'm holding my breath on each one of their flights. I breath when he tells them to breath.

[@batts1532]

I actually cheered When Dave got in the air, WTG all you guys, so jealous.

[@Bunjamin27]

My knees hurt just watching this, but thanks for sharing man. Totally want that shirt: 4:25

[@jillianhorsley5985]

The spirit of freedom, awesome.

[@Highjak86]

4:46 GIT IT GURLLLLL

[@shadowwolfXD97]

the previous video link at the end links you back to this video, just thought id let you know, another great video though

[@Millbrook1974powderedwater]

Great silent & fuel efficient flying, Tucker! Rad!

[@MegaTriumph1]

Looks like a great school to learn from. Are you going to be part of that school and teach?. Looks like a great place.

[@DriveSafeDon]

I love the training videos but I have a question if your main shoot collapses the back up shoot how does that work and how reliable is it?

[@johniboz1]

I live on the Delaware river in a beautiful area of Pennsylvania and I always wondered what it might be like to soar along that river!

[@davidjessee7701]

The instructor told the student where probably going to just taxi. Ha! He's like fuck that!! And he's on the gas. And off he's almost yelling at the student is on the gas again and he's going flying!! Love it !!! And when he was lying on his back was priceless. I. Sure I would have done wose. But it was funny. Good for him

[@alexdevangneal]

Looks amazing! Why does everybody turn around and face the opposite direction once they land?

[@RLP-r3j]

Yup this video was almost as good as being there in person. Tucker do most instructors include videos of your performance while flying so they can review with you what needs improving for the next lesson?

[@kvh7778]

Flew my Cherokee down to Dauphin Island this past weekend for a beach day trip. Get on the beach and wouldn't you know it....2 paramotors over the beach! Really...its a sign. Will they have lessons at OSH? If so im going for it!

[@joeyzig]

Lorran, Shannon love you guys!!! Crazy to see them in this video. Let them know I say hi (when you are ever back in Florida), tell them it is Joe from Colorado!