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Rise & Shine… It’s Time to Fly PPG!

Rise & Shine… It’s Time to Fly PPG!   Paramotor Training is where the whole adventure begins. Our students put in some serious hours each day to ensure they maximize their time with our Instructors. This isn’t just “a few hours a day.” This is a complete and comprehensive Training Program where every hour counts. We want to make sure that when a student leaves our supervision, they have all the skills to fly safely and with confidence! As Head Instructor Joe Cruz puts it: “At the BlackHawk Ranch in California, the rooster doesn’t wake us up… We wake up the rooster

10 Ways to FLY BEFORE YOU BUY a Paramotor With BlackHawk!   We understand that getting into the sport is a BIG investment for most people. We’ve seen quite a few posts on Social Media lately from people expressing their frustration with being “required to invest thousands into something they haven’t even tried yet.” Purchasing an entire Paramotor Package before getting the chance to explore the sport is (and should be) a concern for potential Pilots. At BlackHawk, we want to make sure that everyone can experience this life-changing form of flight without the “pressure to buy now.” We’ve even seen Dealers offer “free

Make Paraglider Kiting Fun… AGAIN!

Make Paraglider Kiting Fun… AGAIN!   Remember how exciting it was to kite your Glider for the first time? We’ve all had that “ah-ha! moment” when the glider finally starts doing exactly what we want it to! There’s also nothing like opening up a brand new glider and kiting it for the first time. The next time the winds aren’t optimal, consider practicing your ground handling skills. Try sitting on the ground and kite (like Mike Robinson pictured above) and see if you can keep the glider hovering a few feet above the ground. Or, try it one-handed (like our Instructor Joe Cruz in

BlackHawk Dealer Highlight: Shawn & Tiffany Elder!

BlackHawk Dealer Highlight: Shawn & Tiffany Elder!   Hey everyone, my name is Shawn and here is a little bit about me. I have a beautiful wife Tiffany and we have a 10 year old daughter Haley Mae. We love being outdoors and hanging out with family and friends. We currently live in Keokuk, Ia and will be moving to Durant, Ok in December 2017. I am a USPPA certified powered paragliding instructor and will be training come January 2018. I received excellent training from Michael Mixed from Discovered Powered Paragliding and obtained my instructor certification and tandem rating from Francisco De Santis. During

The ALL NEW Velocity Core Paraglider is HERE!

The ALL NEW Velocity Core Paraglider is HERE!   Velocity Paragliders USA Announces The ALL NEW Core Paraglider! MEET THE CORE: Velocity Paragliders USA is excited to officially announce the NEW 2017 Core Paraglider! After many months of testing and feedback from Pilots across the nation, production of this new beginner / intermediate glider will start very soon! You can pre-order yours now to get ahead of the line! THE “CORE” PURPOSE: Velocity Paragliders – a division of BlackHawk – has seen tremendous success over the years with our “Edge” beginner paraglider. The Schools and Pilots around the world who have loved the Edge

MEET THE PILOTS of Powered Paragliding…

MEET THE PILOTS of Powered Paragliding… ABOUT Paramotor Pilot Marc Amenson: Marc and his family live in Green Bay Wisconsin. His dedication and love for the sport of Powered Paragliding is apparent in everything he does – making him a wonderful addition to the BlackHawk Team. In addition to running a very busy & successful photography business, Marc has put a LOT of effort into making FUN, creative, and very entertaining videos for the Paramotor Community! BlackHawk wants to recognize his effort in helping people discover this life-changing experience. Please consider subscribing to his YouTube channel and we hope you enjoy his video:

The BIGGEST Air Show in The World 2017! Our Best Year Yet!

The BIGGEST Air Show in The World 2017! Our Best Year Yet! BlackHawk Paramotors USA just wrapped up another amazing adventure at the 2017 EAA Airventure Air Show in Oshkosh Wisconsin. As many of you know, this is THE largest event of its kind in the entire world. Over a period of 7 days, this airport is home to “the most active runway in the world!” Thousands upon thousands of every aircraft imaginable arrive at this event to dazzle and entertain. From sunrise to beyond sunset, the sky is filled with displays of acrobatics, informative demonstrations & programs, hands-on workshops, music concerts, and so

NEW VIDEO! How to Rebuild a Paramotor Engine From BlackHawk!

NEW VIDEO! How to Rebuild a Paramotor Engine From BlackHawk!   A Little About Our Latest Video: INTRODUCTION: At the request of many Paramotor Pilots around the world, Mike Robinson of BlackHawk Paramotors teams up with Wisconsin Dealer Marc Amenson to show you how to rebuild a BlackHawk 125 Paramotor engine! After many hours of flying your Paramotor, you can easily “rebuild” a few of the main components, and keep flying as if you had a new motor! Many Pilots put hundreds of hours on their units before even thinking about rebuilding one. Rebuild times can vary depending on your motor, how well

Flying The Motorcycles of The Sky! NEW BLACKHAWK VIDEO!

Flying The Motorcycles of The Sky! NEW BLACKHAWK VIDEO!   If these flying machines cost the same as a dirt bike, would you rather have your feet on the ground or your head in the clouds? Would you rather stick to familiar roads, or venture to a place where roads don’t dictate the course of your adventures? There are endless ways to have fun. If you had the choice between a dirt bike, or your own personal aircraft, what would you choose? Welcome to the Powered Paragliding experience – or what we call “the dirt bikes of the sky!” With a Powered Paraglider or

Paramotor Documentary Short From BlackHawk!

Paramotor Documentary Short From BlackHawk!   A New World Awaits You! They’ve been called “the dirtbikes of the sky… human drones… or flying cars… Upon seeing one, spectators will stop dead in their tracks – staring up at the sky and often exclaiming “What in the world is that and where can I get one!” We call them Paramotors or Powered Paragliders. For those who have taken the plunge and have flown a Paramotor, there is no going back… Their lives, and the way they see the world, are forever changed. For over a decade now, Pilots have traveled from all over the

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