what do you mean hit by a bit of rotor? im hopefully going to take a course in this in a couple months, and want to be "prepared for any unforseen event that may or may not occur"
Wind Rotor caused by Trees, High Buildings or Hills changes the direction of the wind just like water changes its direction going over obstacles. The answer is to give yourself as much space as possible. All will be made clear during your training. Good luck, regards Nick
my god looks a bit scary on the climb out ? I think I would have been in a bit of a panic in the same situation ! what were you thinking whilst it was happening
To be honest when you hit rotor like that you just concentrate on trying to keep things as smooth as possible. Once I was up a few more feet all was calm as the video shows. I have great confidence in the Apco wing and its been through worse.
Yet another video depicting a person trying to pilot a ppg WITHOUT ANY kiting skills. I'm sorry dude if you were taught that way.
SubmarineSquid 8 months ago
watched the video.read about what you said about the known rotor.but you still went ahead.how many air hours have you?
TONYPARAMOTOR 3 years ago
Have you never been hit by a bit of rotor? It will happen one day and what will you do. Best wishes Nick Sands. (Live and still kicking)
nicholassands 3 years ago
what do you mean hit by a bit of rotor? im hopefully going to take a course in this in a couple months, and want to be "prepared for any unforseen event that may or may not occur"
trumpettom001 2 years ago
Wind Rotor caused by Trees, High Buildings or Hills changes the direction of the wind just like water changes its direction going over obstacles. The answer is to give yourself as much space as possible. All will be made clear during your training. Good luck, regards Nick
nicholassands 2 years ago
Dude, You make my feet sweat. Please just wait till sundown!
fdzwes 4 years ago
my god looks a bit scary on the climb out ? I think I would have been in a bit of a panic in the same situation ! what were you thinking whilst it was happening
garyfreefly1 4 years ago
To be honest when you hit rotor like that you just concentrate on trying to keep things as smooth as possible. Once I was up a few more feet all was calm as the video shows. I have great confidence in the Apco wing and its been through worse.
nicholassands 4 years ago
The take off field is at 700ft with hills on 3 sides. The wind often comes through a bit briskly but once up 300 ft it settles down (usually). Nick.
nicholassands 4 years ago
I think that is what they call an accidental takeoff
sigmedical 4 years ago
huhh, there must have been some turbulence as well
RadioflyerGeri 4 years ago