How do paragliders take off?????

Question

i saw one flying ... similar to this 1 and i was wondering how they can take off

do they drag the parchute??

do they just drive off a cliff??

or are they dropped from a plane

http://www.ultralightflyer.com/airshow-snf05/images/snf05-1/flyproducts-1.jpg

the one i saw was in air, and had its parachute deployed

Answer 1

Basically, they lay the para-wing out on the ground behind them, and just get a running start - the wing comes up and fills with air, then goes overhead of the pilot. It's a very simple procedure. Having a slight wind is helpful, too. Less running that way. :D So, yes, they have to "slightly" drag the 'chute some, but it's minimal, less than you'd think.

- The Gremlin Guy -

Answer 2

paranormally

Answer 3

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DRA7519Mw...

Answer 4

drive off a cliff

Answer 5

http://www.invermerepointofview.com/Attr...

Answer 6

they dont !