The Paramotor Podcast

Welcome to another exhilarating episode of The Paramotor Podcast! Today, we sit down with Alexis Quintana—president of the United States Powered Paragliding Association (USPPA), accomplished paragliding pilot, and team pilot for the Airythmia paramotor flight demonstration team. In this conversation, we dive deep into one burning question: Why should someone join the USPPA? While skydivers and hang gliding/paragliding pilots must maintain memberships to access coveted flying locations and ensure safety standards, powered paragliders enjoy the freedom to launch from almost anywhere. So, what then is the role of the USPPA? Alexis unpacks how the USPPA is shaping the future of paramotoring by: Setting Community Standards: Learn her insights on creating a unified safety protocol and fostering respect at fly-ins—both sanctioned and unsanctioned. Empowering New Pilots: Hear valuable advice for a father guiding his 13-year-old daughter into paramotoring, along with a heartfelt woman-to-woman perspective for young women entering the sport. Tackling Challenges: Explore the pressing issues facing the powered paragliding community and discover how the USPPA is actively working to address them. Whether you're an active pilot, an aviation enthusiast, or someone curious about diving into powered paragliding, this episode is packed with actionable advice, inspiring stories, and a fresh look at the importance of community in aviation. Join us as Alexis Quintana explains why USPPA membership matters—and how it could transform your flying experience! Please consider supporting the show by becoming a patron! Click Here to Learn More!

Kit shares his unique life story and upbringing, giving insight into what led him to paramotoring. The conversation covers his journey into the sport, including paramotor training, skill progression, motor preferences, and his personal experiences with accidents and setbacks. Kit opens up about the difficult decision to quit flying, and the even more inspiring story of how he found his way back to the skies. Tune in for an honest and engaging discussion on perseverance, passion, and the thrill of flight! Please consider supporting The Paramotor Podcast by becoming a Patron today! Click Here Submit YOUR questions for me to ask upcoming guests Click Here Click Here to see who'll be on future episodes of The Paramotor Podcast!  

Please consider becoming a supporter of The Paramotor Podcast! CLICK HERE! Join me, Travis Burns, and Tucker Gott as we delve into the high-stakes world of paramotoring in Part 1 of this epic podcast! We tackle the risk vs. reward of flying, dissect the details of my recent paramotor crash, and take a deep dive into Travis Burns' journey and expertise in the sport. Whether you’re a seasoned pilot or just curious about powered paragliding, you won’t want to miss the insights, stories, and tips we share in this conversation. In this episode, we cover: The adrenaline rush of flying vs. the dangers involved Lessons learned from my crash and how to prepare for unexpected incidents Travis Burns’ background and his contributions to the paramotor community Sneak peek of upcoming topics with Tucker Gott If you enjoy the episode, remember to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell. Share your thoughts in the comments, and stay tuned for Part 2! Keywords: Paramotor, Powered Paragliding, Paragliding, Tucker Gott, Travis Burns, Risk vs Reward, Paramotor Crash, Flying Podcast, Aviation, Extreme Sports, Podcast Part 1, Learn to Paramotor, Paragliding Accident, Gear and Safety Tips, Adrenaline Sports

Electric paramotors are unquestionably bad ass! I consider myself very fortunate to have recorded this episode with Paul Whitehead, the owner and founder of OpenPPG. The number one electric Paramotor industry is the SP140. Truth be told, I've spent a lot of time considering getting one of them, but I figured I would reach out to Paul to get a deep dive on the pros and cons of his creation. One of the great things about Paul is that he doesn't pretend as though his ePPG is perfect. That said, he's proud to discuss the incredible things that electric motors in general have to offer their owners.  Special thank you to everyone who is a supporter of the show! There are several necessary expenses that I must pay for every month to keep this show on the air.  Thank you to my friend Joe (and his awesome family) for being a long time supporter of the show. At this time, you're the top supporter for The Paramotor Podcast.  Other supporter of the show are: Walter Brisken — Thank you for your for being a Patron for 6 months! Sandor — Thank you for visiting me in the hospital, brother. Kyle O'Glee — I am looking forward to watching more of your "good content". Joseph Scheve — Thank you!!! You have been helping me since July of 2019!!! John Staples — Hello buddy! Thank you for being a supporter since the beginning.  Robert Michaels — I was sad to watch the final episode of Paragliding Talk. I look forward to your return my friend. Also, thank you for the support throughout my recovery.  Joe Garret Dean — You've been with me since the beginning. Thank you, my friend.  

Ben Smith shares what it's like working at Parajet. 

The incredibly successful aviation YouTuber, Peter Sripol, joined me on The Paramotor Podcast to chat about learning to fly and his incredibly unique electric ducted paramotor.  Check out Peter's YouTube Channel! This episode was recorded in person in Wauchula, Florida where I camped out on the small airports grass field under the stars. It was an awesome experience. Thank you all so much for supporting the show! Click Here to become a supporter of The Paramotor Podcast (SQUADRON MEMBER)

Super Trevor hangs out with Clint and Anthony to share a juicy story on coming up in the sport with Super Dell Schanze! He says, "you were either with him or against him," and that now he is a sworn enemy. Drama aside, Trevor has grown into a very talented pilot who is building a school of his own that takes the good and avoids the bad attributes that he learned from Super Training.  IN OTHER NEWS: Thank you for your patience in getting this episode out to all of you. Our dearly loved friend, Lee Boone, passed away in a tragic flying accident at the start of this month. Yesterday, we laid him to rest. There never was or will be a better role model to our local flying community. Not just in paramotoring; He was a beautiful sole with an intense devotion to God. We love you, Lee.  Become a supporter of The Paramotor Podcast! CLICK HERE Links from this episode: Trevor's YouTube Channel Backcountry PPG

Adam drove far off the beaten path and into total isolation. All he took was his paramotor and some survial equipment... and a lot of other awesome toys!  CLICK HERE to become a supporter of The Paramotor Podcast. You can check out some of Adam's incredible videos here: https://www.youtube.com/@adam-newbloom Our combined monthly income for The Paramotor Podcast is currently at $43. The monthly cost to produce the show is over $100. Thank you to our amazing supporters: Kurt Moore Clark Kulper Laurens Bloem Wes Hoover Tom Minnick Joseph Scheve Kyle O'Glee Sandor Rendeczky Chris Holbert John Staples Robert Michiels Joe Garret Dean  

Justin Dossey shares how a childhood experience of witnessing an aviation related death created a mental hurdle to becoming a paramotor pilot.  SUPPORT THE SHOW CLICK HERE to become a Patron (early access to episodes) Leave a 5 star review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or another podcasting listening platform Fill out our listener feedback form CLICK HERE Share an episode you enjoyed on your social media pages SUBSCRIBE TO THE PARAMOTOR PODCAST Go to www.TheParamotorPodcast.com and, in the subscribe box, add your name and email. That's it! You'll get notified as soon as a new episode comes out. You'll also be informed about great deals on paramotor products. 

Waz, a higher-up in the indoor skydiving world, tells me that iFly will risk their staffs life and limbs to keep you happy on your birthday. The list of injuries he's sustained over 2 decades of skydiving and paramotoring is extensive, and his recollection of the events will having you laughing out loud. Anthony and Waz discuss the similarities between skydiving and paramotoring.  Here are the links to the references made in this episode: WazzyCircus Radio episode with George Nisson, the wartime helicopter pilot. WazzyCircus Radio episode with Mack Belcher, parachute on fire and landing in the ocean. If you love the show, help it grow! There are many ways you help: Talk about something you heard with your flying buddies Make a post about an episode you enjoyed on your facebook page Write us a review on whichever platform you’re hearing this on Please consider becoming a patron. Between monthly subscriptions, podcast equipment, and hours arranging, recording, and editing, It’s very costly to keep the show on the air. Several businesses within the paramotor community have offered to pay my expenses for the show in exchange for promoting their product or services, but that doesn’t sit right with me when a large portion of the listeners have never flown before. Products and services should be promoted based on their merit because that’s what’s in the best interest of our listeners.  Please CLICK HERE to become a Patron of The Paramotor Podcast!

The United States Powered Paragliding Association (USPPA) is the most recognized governing body for the paramotoring community. I journeyed far off into the middle of nowhere to have a discussion with Noah Rasheta, president of the USPPA, on the purpose and future of the organization.  Please consider supporting the show by becoming a patron. Please click on the link to get started: Click Here to Become a Patron of The Paramotor Podcast

Jeff Goin steps down as President of the USPPA (United States Powered Paragliding Association), passing off the reins to Noah Rasheta.  SUPPORT: Help me fund the show by becoming a Patron. I pay hundreds of dollars every year to keep the podcast on the air. On top of that, there is thousands in recording equipment, software, and licensing to make it all happen. If you have the means, please visit https://www.patreon.com/anthonyvella  

The very talented young paramotor instructor from England walks me through how to perform a SAT (spiraling backwards) but encourages people to seek proper training at an SIV clinic! Through trial and error, Oscar has learned a lot. SUPPORT: Help me fund the show by becoming a Patron. I pay hundreds of dollars every year to keep the podcast on the air. On top of that, there is thousands in recording equipment, software, and licensing to make it all happen. If you have the means, please visit https://www.patreon.com/anthonyvella 

Nope! This isn't a paramotor, but it's similar. Giles Fowler has stepped off from powered paragliders and into the world of flying powered delta wings (think hang gliders)! "They're not better, just different." Admittedly, I would love to try out one of these flying contraptions. How about you? SUPPORT: Help me fund the show by becoming a Patron. I pay hundreds of dollars every year to keep the podcast on the air. On top of that, there is thousands in recording equipment, software, and licensing to make it all happen. If you have the means, please visit https://www.patreon.com/anthonyvella 

No one has ever produced more stunning footage of paramotors, nor has anyone created so an emotional response from the viewers. He has withnessed a lot (crashes, death, and glory), and weighs in on the risk and reward of flying paramotors.  SUPPORT: Help me fund the show by becoming a Patron. I pay hundreds of dollars every year to keep the podcast on the air. On top of that, there is thousands in recording equipment, software, and licensing to make it all happen. If you have the means, please visit https://www.patreon.com/anthonyvella 

Travis Burns is top instructor in paramotoring. He also loves Tom Cruise...yeah. I love this episode of The Paramotor Podcast. He's also the US importer for Fly Products, who we've had on the show before, and breaks down the lineup of trikes and footlaunch units that they offer. Most importantly, he dives into the philosophy of teaching people how to fly; It's incredible! SUPPORT: Help me fund the show by becoming a Patron. I pay hundreds of dollars every year to keep the podcast on the air. On top of that, there is thousands in recording equipment, software, and licensing to make it all happen. If you have the means, please visit https://www.patreon.com/anthonyvella 

Trikes are better in many ways! But there are some disadvantages as well. In this episode, I am joined by my Swedish friend, Navid Saleki, who fills me in on all of the things that I should consider when it comes to flying trikes! For more informations on the line up that Fly Products has to offer, check out their website: http://www.flyproducts.com/eng If you would like to support me with the financial expenses that come with producing The Paramotor Podcast, please check out my Patreon. You can support me for as little as $1 a month. This endeavor is costly, and every little bit helps! https://www.patreon.com/anthonyvella  If you haven't done so already, check out my YouTube channel. If you like what you see, click the subscribe button and turn on the notifications so that you get alerted when a new paramotor video comes out: https://www.youtube.com/anthonyvella 

André Bandarra and Gemma B are paragliding and paramotor pilots from Portugal. Thousands of people are subscribed to their channel on YouTube; André is an inventor with a very interesting mind, and Gemma is a kind and relatable person who keeps the content inviting! The focused discussion of this podcast episode is a virtual program that André and Gemma are developing on ways to improve ground handling. Tune in to find out if this is something that may help you become a safer pilot.  As usual, Bryan Pearson (co-host) and I have a fun time getting to know the backstory of our guests. We hope you join us in this 30th episode of The Paramotor Podcast.  Check out André and Gemma's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzYf1cmKwDMSiII9SSp6IJw Bryan Pearson (co-host) runs a paramotor flight school in Oregon. Please consider referring Oregon Paramotor to friends who are interested in learning to fly powered paragliders. Check out his website in the link below: https://www.oregonparamotor.com/ Please consider supporting my efforts in delivering The Paramotor Podcast. Expenses include the cost of shipping microphones to guests, subscription fees to softwares that allow us to connect with our guests remotely, podcast hosting fees, and more. If you'd like to help me fund the podcast, please visit my patreon page at: https://www.patreon.com/anthonyvella  

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