Paragliding Archives - BlackHawk Paramotors USA

Epic Family Paragliding Day in Pacifica California!

Epic Family Paragliding Day in Pacifica California! At BlackHawk Paramotors, we know how to do “FUN!” In this Paragliding adventure video, some of our Team Pilots took their families to Pacifica California – a mecca for Paragliding on the West Coast. At the end of the day, one of the kids actually said “Hey dad… My face is soar from smiling today.” That just about sums up what we strive to do at BlackHawk! One of the many benefits of getting into POWERED Paragliding is having the option to also go flying WITHOUT the “Powered” part… Some high-quality gliders like the

Extreme Powered Paragliding Acro With BlackHawk Paramotor!

Extreme Powered Paragliding Acro With BlackHawk Paramotor! Powered Paragliding Acro With a BlackHawk Paramotor! Very special thanks to Paramotor Pilot & BlackHawk Customer JOSEPH CAULFIELD for sending us this amazing footage.Lately, we’ve had some requests from our “thrill-seeking” customers to post some dynamic flights from Paramotor Pilots who push the limits on their BlackHawk Paramotor. This video does the trick – or a few tricks!NOTE: There are many pilots in the world who share a passion for the extreme side of Powered Paragliding, however, they only encompass about 5% or less of the Powered Paragliding population. Due to 95% of people simply wanting to fly

Paramotor Kiting Harness Review!

Paramotor Kiting Harness Review! NOTE: The gun used in this video was not loaded and has no clip in it. Always check with your Paramotor Dealer or Powered Paragliding Instructor prior to kiting any Paraglider.About BlackHawk Paramotor Kiting Harnesses: Paramotor Kiting Harnesses are one of the most recommended accessories for pilots to have. There are many different types of Kiting Harnesses on the market to choose from. BlackHawk’s Delux Kiting Harnesses are manufactured from the highest-quality materials, to exacting standards. We want to make sure your Kiting Harness lasts a lifetime. These harnesses were designed with comfort and functionality in mind. We have added additional

How are Paragliders Certified Through EN Testing?

What is “EN Testing” and “EN Paraglider Certification? (Click Image to learn more about Paraglider Certification) EN Paraglider Certification, or “European Norm” regulations, were originally developed to assess the flight characteristics of Paragliders. A group of experts from several European countries had the goal of creating a four-level glider certification system (A, B, C, &D). This was to help consumers and manufacturers determine which glider is appropriate for a pilot’s given skill level. (A) being the safest “beginner-friendly” gliders, and (D) being reserved for highly-skilled pilots. The founding members of the group wanted even the lowest level of safety (D gliders), to be “safer”

Paragliding With The Velocity Elektra in Pacifica California!

The Velocity Elektra - Free Flight! Team BlackHawk Pilots tore up the sky in Pacifica California with the NEW Elektra Paraglider from Velocity Paragliders. Pacifica California has become a mecca for Paragliding Pilots around the world, and a frequently visited spot for Team BlackHawk Pilots. Motors were left behind on this trip, and perfect wind conditions provided pilots with all day fun. One-by-one, the sky filled with an array of colors, as our Team Pilots put this revolutionary glider to the test. It was quite the site to see. Mark Zinkel, an experienced PPG and free-flight pilot stated “The breaks are amazingly