The Aerochute is a form of aircraft registered under the civic Aviation Safety Authority definition as a Power Parachute.

The Aerochute is a factory made aircraft conforming to strict civil aviation safety standards and is approved under civil aviation order 95-32 of the civil aviation saftey authority (CASA). However, unlike traditional aircraft that have either a joystick or steering column that controls the three axis of flight, an Aerochute is flown just like a parachute.

Climbing and descending is controlled by using power through a foot pedal throttle, steering toggles similar to parachutes are used to turn left and right. Landing is achieved by backing the power off and flaring the parachute just above the ground.

The best times for flight are early to mid-morning and early evening. This is when the air is smoothest and the thermal

activity (those hidden bumps) are at their minimal. The first flight in the morning is the sunrise flight and provides an awe-inspiring view of the rising sun with its array of colours on the distant horizon.

The last flight of the evening is the sunset flight, and the same captivating sights of the setting sun provide a beautiful array of colours.

Flight times are predominately determined by the wind strength and heat of the day. Strong winds and very hot tempretures create unstable air, which is not fun to fly in, therefore our instructors are extremely sensitive to our passengers comfort and will not fly if they consider the conditions unsuitable.