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PPC Specs and FAQ
| Specifications: | Destiny 2000: |
| Materials |
6061-T6, 6063, 4130 Chrome Moly Certified Stress Tested TG Aircraft Aluminum |
| Width | 80" |
| Height | 82" |
| Length | 120" |
| Rate of Climb | Up to approximately 700 ft. per minute |
| Glide Ratio | 5-4:1 |
| Air Speed | 26 to 32 MPH |
| Weight | 370 to 390lbs. (varies by engine type) |
| Maximum Payload | 475 lbs. to 550 lbs. (varies by engine type, GVW, and Canopy) |
Some Standard Features (Destiny 2000):
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Frequently Asked Questions:
| 1. Is this a safe sport? |
Yes. In fact, it's one of the safest forms of
recreational flying available today. Because of the nature of the
vehicle, it is virtually impossible to stall, roll or dive. Unlike
other recreational vehicles, this one requires training before you
can use it. |
| 2. Can I take a ride in a Powered Parachute? | Ram-Air Skyways offers an introductory flight in a Powered Parachute for all those interested in knowing more about the sport of recreational aviation and the desire to fly. Click here for more information. |
| 3. What speed does it fly? | This vehicles flies at a constant airspeed of 26 to 32 MPH. |
| 4. How much wind can I fly in? | It is not recommended to fly in winds exceeding 15 MPH. |
| 5. How high can I fly? | The powered parachute has the ability to fly above 10,000 feet. Being a recreational vehicle, most powered parachute pilots fly between 500 and 1200 feet AGL (above ground level). |
| 6. How long can I fly on a tank of fuel? And what type of fuel is it? | This vehicle has a 10 gallon fuel cell that will give you about 3 hours of flight time. It uses mid-grade or premium unleaded gasoline that you purchase at your local filling station. |
| 7. How much room do I need to take off and land? | It is recommended that you have a wide open field to fly from (approx. 700 feet long), but it only takes 100 to 150 feet to take off. Landing takes about the same distance. This is all relative to the weather and gross vehicle weight. |
| 8. How much payload can this powered parachute carry? | Many factors like air density, vehicle configuration, atmospheric conditions, elevation and pilot skill determine what payload can be carried. Normally it is between 400 and 500 pounds. |
| 9. What happens if the engine quits? | The Destiny XLT powered parachute has a 4:1 glide ratio with the engine off. Even with the engine off, you still have full control of the aircraft to be able to make a safe landing. |
| 10. Do I need a license to fly this? | For most single seat Ultralights a pilots license from the FAA (Federal Aviation Administration) is not required. All those wanting to fly a two seat Ultralight will be required by the FAA to obtain a Sport Pilot license. |
| 11. What are the laws that govern these vehicles? | The FAA has laws that govern anything that flies.
Our single seat powered parachutes are covered under FAR Part 103, and all two seats are under FAR Part 61 Subpart J--Sport Pilot which outlines the rules for ultralight and light sport aircraft. Your local airport can provide the proper manual with
these regulations. Title 14: Aeronautics and Space PART 103—ULTRALIGHT VEHICLES
Sport Pilots Additionally; Title 14: PART 91—GENERAL OPERATING AND FLIGHT RULES Title 14: PART 71—DESIGNATION OF AIRSPACE |
| 12. What type of engine is it and what is the horsepower? | We use Rotax Light Aircraft engines. These are very similar to the 2 cycle engine that you would see in a snowmobile or a jet ski, only that these are made for aircraft. They are 2 cylinder, dual carb, with dual ignition. There are two models that we commonly use, the 50Hp air-cooled Rotax 503 and the 65Hp liquid cooled Rotax 582. |
| 13. What kind of material is the chute made of and how long will it last? | The parachute is made of very strong and durable sail material. It is called "zero porosity" rip stop nylon. The life expectancy is quite long! The chute will last 10+ years with proper care. |
| 14. What is included in the Engine Instrumentation System (EIS)? | The EIS includes engine temperatures, RPM, Altimeter, Vertical Climb Rate, Flight Timer, Hour Meter and the ability to link to a hand-held GPS unit. |
| 15. What are the basic flight controls? | The throttle controls altitude, more power makes you climb and less makes you descend. Steering is done with your feet. Pushing the right bar to turn right and pushing the left bar to turn left. It's that simple! |
| 16. This is a two seat vehicle. Can I take anyone I want to fly with me? | In order to legally take someone else with you on a flight, you must become an instructor. This only requires that you complete the initial training, accumulate 25 hours of solo flight time and then get back with you instructor to be given a test. Once you are a qualified instructor, you may fly and train other people. This rule will change with FAA Sport Pilot and the transition date is Jan. 31, 2008. |
| 17. How many people are required to set this up? | This is a one person operation. Setup time is usually about 10 minutes to be ready for takeoff. Putting everything away is about the same amount of time. |
| 18. Am I required to fly from an airport? | No. Most people use grass strips or fields. Grass is the recommended surface to use anyway. You can fly from some small uncontrolled airports, but you need to check with the airport management first! |
| 19. How do I become a PPC pilot? | It is strongly recommended that all first time pilots of the powered parachute be trained by a qualified FAA CFI (certified flight instructor). Training should entail ground school instruction, a test to ensure the student has understood the ground school instruction, and a supervised solo flight. This instruction should include; Basics of flying a powered parachute Also, knowledge of FAA FAR's (Federal Aviation Rules). (See question No. 11 above.) |
| 20. How much are flying lessons? | Flight instruction generally runs about $65.00 per hour and the complete course including your solo flight will average $650.00. The course can be completed in about 10 hours. |
| 21. How much do Powered Parachutes cost? | New single seat Powered Parachutes run about $10,000 and two seat are $17,000 to $19,000, prices vary with accessories and upgrades. Used Powered Parachutes have a wide range of prices and with these, as always, buyers beware. |