Powered Paragliding Quick Specs:

Max Altitude

  18,000 legally, but most folks fly less than 500ft.

Speed

  15-40 mph. 
Depends on wing model, size and clip-in weight.

Weight

  35-65 Lbs.

 Cost (New)

  $3500-6500 Motor/Frame
  $2500-4000 Wing
 

Payload

  100 - 550 Lbs. Powerful tandem units provide the highest payload.

Fuel

  2 - 5 US Gallons
  Auto fuel or AV Gas & 2-stroke oil.

Range

  45-125 miles (no wind)

Endurance

  1 - 6 hrs.

Training

  1-3 Days Solo,
  5-8 Days to become certified PPG1/2 level.

Transport & Storage

  Small Car, Room corner

Motor

  12-30 hp Two-Stroke.

Propeller

  30"-51" Wood or composite. 2-4 blade. Larger props spun through reduction drives.

Launch/Land Area

  Medium sized backyard  for experienced pilots,
  Football field for new pilots.

Glide Ratio

  6:1 With a motor. Wings are usually higher but the motor adds drag.