Paragliding vs. Paramotoring (Safety and Wing Guide)

Paragliding uses only the wind and gravity to fly and land. Paramotoring, however, uses a motor to accomplish these things. That is the major difference between the two disciplines. With this difference, what feature makes each sport safe or unsafe? Some common hazards of the two are getting caught in power lines if you fly too low. Another is running out of landing options if you are too far out in the water or flying over trees. Lastly, a midair collision with another glider, an ultralight, or an airplane.

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