Powered Parachute - Aircraft Type Information
Registered Aircraft
Different Owners
Certified Since 2014
Description:
Powered parachute means a powered aircraft comprised of a flexible or semi-rigid wing connected to a fuselage so that the wing is not in position for flight until the aircraft is in motion. The fuselage of a powered parachute contains the aircraft engine, a seat for each occupant and is attached to the aircraft's landing gear.[1][3]
Certification and Eligibility
The following are the requirements for eligibility for a private pilot certificate with a Powered Parachute rating:
- Must be 17 years or older.
- Be able to read, speak, write, and understand English.
- Complete training and flight time in accordance with part 61 of Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations.[2]
- Pass a knowledge test and a practical test.
- Be certified as student pilot, sport pilot, or recreational pilot.
Top 10 Powered Parachute Owners
| Name | Number Registered |
|---|---|
| REGISTRATION PENDING | 12 |
| SALE REPORTED | 10 |
| GIRARD LOUIS W | 9 |
| POWRACHUTE LLC | 8 |
| SKYRUNNER LLC | 5 |
| HOWELL AVIATION LLC | 5 |
| GILL JAY L | 4 |
| AUTREY RANDY D | 4 |
| SEA & SKY INC | 3 |
| FREEDOM FLIGHT WORKS | 3 |
Powered Parachute Certifications Since 2014
No certification data for active aircraft since 2014.
Map of Powered Parachute Registrations
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Data Sources
All information and statistical data on this page is sourced and derived from the Federal Aviation Administration.