Hey just found this community! How expensive is the cheapest way to fly? I'm sure there's many price points but maybe just an on average? And is the fan powered via motor or battery?
I'd love to get into this hobby!
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Hey just found this community! How expensive is the cheapest way to fly? I'm sure there's many price points but maybe just an on average? And is the fan powered via motor or battery?
I'd love to get into this hobby!
Hey, awesome!
How expensive is the cheapest way to fly?
Probably about $10,000 US to get training and initial gear. However depending on your instructor you can pay as you go, for example pay training in chunks, then afterwards rent gear from your instructor, save and buy wing, then save and buy motor.
And is the fan powered via motor or battery?
Most motors are two stroke. However there are some electric motors. For example, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lWU6Mqi6GTw
If you want to get in to the hobby, check out what instructors are in your area, if they are any good they would be happy to have you come out and show you around, answer your questions etc.
Cutting to the chase: Cost (New): $4500-$12,000 Motor, $1700-$4500 Wing, $1200-$2500 Training, $1000-2500 cart (optional)
Yeah, that checks out!
Also worth noting that renting gear is sometimes included in training fees. So you don't have to buy outright, and your instructor can help you choose safe, appropriate gear when the time comes.
And also if you're on a budget, your instructor will be able to help you find safe used gear (there's a lot of 💩 gear people are trying to unload online).
Whatever you do, do not buy gear before starting instruction! I've seen many time people buy gear online that's completely inappropriate for them before seeking training.
I find all of this impossibly interesting and very tempting, but I gotta ask; ballpark figure, what's the likelihood of an idiot like me killing myself doing this?