Building a Flying Machine - Photos from building my first backpack aircraft

A paramotor is a flying machine that literally lets you run into the air and fly like a bird. Very simply it is a paraglider propelled by an engine you wear like a backpack (paramotor).

The paraglider is really the "flying machine" the paramotor is what propels you through the air.

Here are some random pictures I took while building it.

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It came in what seemed like 100 pieces...

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Unlike other paramotors that have the fuel tank on the outside, this one has a fuel bladder that is sandwiched between the frame...

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I chose the Vittorazi Moster 185 for it's power and good reputation for reliability...

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Initially the engine didn't fit so I had to modify the engine plate.

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While there are some paramotors that have electric motors, most have 2-stroke engines because of their high power to weight ratio. This engine puts out about 25hp which is impressive for it's small size.

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Adding the primer bulb and the fuel filter...

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The propeller and the harness are on...

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Ready to fly....

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Hope you enjoyed :o)

Michael

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