Miniplane paramotors since 1989

The new generation of light-paramotors is born!

OUR CONSTRUCTION PHILOSOPHY

The increase in performance of modern paragliders makes it possible to fly with almost one-half the power of a few years ago.

A two-stroke of less than 100 cm3 engine, built with modern technology, can offer more then enough reliable power and much less weight. This makes the critical take-off run easier and safer.

NEW engine TOP 80

Our philosophy of a reliable Minimotor, combined with optimizing the resonance of the exhaust provides the pilot:

• Light weight
• Less vibration
• Easier to start; less battery drain lightert battery
• Less fuel; less to carry
• Less weight means a lighter frame
• Less weight in flight means a smaller, easier to inflate Paraglider
• Less weight means running faster, more erect, and under control - not struggling with a heavy load

Following our philosophy of SAFETY and RELIABILITY, all our engines come complete with: CENTRIFUGAL FRICTION CLUTCH

• At Idle the propeller does not turn (= no push)
• Easier starting the motor
• Easier to inflate the Paraglider without the back blast
• A normal pilot can start the motor, inflate the sail, and take-off alone
• Less torque on the pilot when accelerating or decelerating
• No risk of tearing apart your glider if you fail start and the paraglider falls over your head
• Easier to reverse inflate the Paraglider since a turning propeller has a gyroscopic effect which affects your equilibrium when turning into the wind
• No vibration waiting for take-off or during thermalling

LIGHTWEIGHT FRAME

• Made of aluminum alloy and glass fiber, the best balance between weight and strength
• Easily and completely break down the cage for transporting

HARNESS

• New system, PSF, (no high or low connections) stabilizes the Paraglider, cancels the gyroscopic effect of the motor and lets you fly "Actively"
• Unique front extensions for attaching the Paraglider provides greater safety in mishaps and a comfortable stable position during take-off, flight and landing.
• Tested by experienced pilots and schools
• Simple, requires no acrobatics to put on or adjust
• Comfortable, relaxed flight

LARGE DIAMETER PROPELLER

• means more efficiency; optimized for ease of running and transport
• Less noise because the propeller turns slower
• Two blades also means you can put it in a sack and transport it with the Paraglider

PROTECTIVE CAGE

• Since the propeller does not turn at idle, a simpler and lighter cage can be used.
• Our aluminum and fiberglass cage is strong but flexes; forget replacing the cage every time you make a slight mistake

REDUCTION

• Miniplane introduces a geared reduction system
• minimizes size and weight
• The motor and the propeller turn in different directions reducing almost to Zero the vibration and torque during acceleration and deceleration

STARTING THE MOTOR

• Self rewinding pull starter; Minimotor takes less power to pull start on the ground or in flight
• Starts from the front and not the side. Hand moves away from the propeller (Which does not turn at idle anyway) and the other hand and your body holds the motor from moving. Starting a paramotor from the side has caused many accidents. When a motor does not start quickly, a common reaction is to give it more gas. When it does start it shoots forward since you cannot stop it from the side.
• Optional light and efficient electric starter; 2,5 Kilograms including battery and fittings

GAS TANK

• Transparent and easy to fill
• Easy to remove and seal; no fumes in the car during transport

ENGINE COOLING

• Tough to cool an engine behind your back; two-stroke engines need to be reliably cooled
• TOP 80 Minimotor is AIR COOLED with a fan
• More power, less noise, reliable, constant power, less oil in mixture.

THROTTLE CONTROL

• Light and simple, fits in your hand comfortably
• Electric start button is well protected
• Start only in idle position, no sudden blast of power, no turning propeller
• Is not possible to push accidentally and suddenly accelerate the motor. This is a significant safety factor.

CARBURETOR

• Membrane-type; allows the engine to work in any position; petrol is not spilled, either during flight or transport. Easy to adjust.
• On request you can have a basin carburetor and a suction. It uses less fuel, optimized for competitions.

OPTIONS

• Quick fastening buckles
• Quick releases for the gas line
• Air filters for dusty conditions
• Electric start
• Reinforced Propeller

MINIPLANE		115	125
propeller	cm	2 blades 115	2 blades 125
empty weight	Kg	17   -  electric starter 19
engine		TOP 80
carburetor		membrane or basin
dimensions	cm	125 x 125 x 75	135 x 135 x 75
		reducible to h 100 x 40 x 40
static thrust	Kg	47	54
noise level	dB	less   <  52
climb rate **	m/s	2,5	2,8
consumption in level flight **	l / h	2	<    2
max. pilot weight	Kg	100	120
frame		aluminum and fiberglass
fuel capacity	l	7,5
Range		3 Hours