Student Tom Carpenter trying on his Flat Top Ninja paramotor fo the first time, trainer Tom Dresner, Columbia, MO,20May11#442

Before flight, I am supposed to learn control of a paraglider wing but I got to try on my Flat Top Ninja paramotor for the first time. One the wing is mastered then it is combined with the paramotor for powered paragliding. This training is exhaustive ( I am 64 year old and partially crippled from injuries and fair wear and tear) but it is fun. Flying will be even better. Tom Dresner of Columbia, MO is my instructor.

I also fly a Green Eagle Powerered Paraglider (PPG) trike but I am now learning the foot launching flying using a back pack outfit. Both types of machines have their pros and cons. With good luck, good training, and good weather, I might have my first solo in a week or two.

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[rangertom1969]

My instructor, Tom Dresner, flys out of Columbia. I am out of Carrollton, MO, also KY. Tom just got himself a new FT Ninja.  I ended up putting my ninja on a skycruiser hybrid foldup trike. I have heard some of the guys fly out of Boonville, also the Kansas City suburbs. How long have you been flying PPG? Is the ninja your first outfit? I got in three flights today, in Kentucky. Not bad for Ground Hog Day.

[rangertom1969]

Del replaced the pull start for me. At the time the video was made, the new starter was in transit. No problems since then.

[eaglelater007]

Where do you guys fly? I also have a ninja and fly in Columbia.

[dave00009]

i NOTICED THE PULL STARTER DIDN'T RETURN. WAS IT OK SINCE?

[eesteves78]

Vôo é pra todos , o emportante é voar, vai que o senhor concegue.

[EXPLORINGYouinHD]

u need a s-trike mate i get get you one if you want

[SureCatchCharters]

Go get em Tom!!!

[byronleisek]

Its like watching a clip from Wild Hogs.... Awesome!

[nerblebun]

@TONYPARAMOTOR Every Flat-Top I've seen can be adjusted for Frodo Baggins all the way to Paul Bunyon. Not only is it comfortable.... it has safety fearures most other paramotors don't have.

[shaneman250]

@TONYPARAMOTOR You sure you were on a flat top? There is an adjustment for every strap, including the two on the legs.