One of the ultralight Industry’s most interesting types of aircraft is the powered parachute. What might surprise you look is the sales success of these machines. Buckeye Powered Parachutes enjoyed a record year in 1995, and a report selling 70% of their production to folks who have never flown before. All of Aviation – take note! In case you think this is still a niche segment, be advised Buc that Buckeye and other power parachutes comprised one in 10 of all all ultralight sales.
The reason for Buckeye’s success includes a safe appearance (“you’re already under a canopy”), ease of operation, docile flight characteristics, and maybe most importantly, its perception as a fun flying machine. And a powered parachute can be carried on a very small trailer and stored just about anywhere.
The Falcon 582 is beautifully built with an overall polish that immediately makes you think well of it. Buckeyes come well-equipped with instruments and have a solidly-built control systems. No wonder they’ve won awards at major shows.
With lessons, you could so your first day! Or go aloft in a Buckeye 2-place Dream Machine and see if this type of slow flying interests you. Loping around the local area isn’t their limit, however, and cross-country flights are becoming more popular. One thing is sure: a Buckeye offers one of the finest aerial sightseeing platforms in the sky.
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