For other states contact the office.

When do you do the trail flights and training ?
7 days a week depending on weather. Flying times are between sunrise - 11.00am.

What is the lowest altitude I can fly at ?
Legally 500 ft or lower with permission from the property owner.

How many people can the aerochute fly ?
2 persons with combined weight of 200 kgs.

What kind of license do I need for an Aerochute ?
Recreation Aviation Australia (RAA) group D power parachute license.

Can I fly with a passanger ?
Yes. Once you have 30 hours flying experinece and have passed a passenger endorsement exam.

Can I fly over the city ?
No.

Can I fly if its windy ?
Yes. Up to 15 knots.

Where should I fly ?
Outside controlled airspace and with permission from the property owner.

Where shouldn't I fly ?
Not inside controlled airspace, not over a town and at least 500 metres from town boundry.

What do I need to wear when I fly ?
Wear warm clothes or a flying suiit. No loose clothing should be worn including scarves.

Is the Aerochute Civil Aviation Safety Australia (CASA) approved ?
Yes.

Is there an Aerochute club ?
Yes. The Aerochute Association of Australia based in VIC.

Are there any Aerochute competitions ?
Yes. A National Aerochute competition held annually each Easter.

Is the Aerochute stable and comfortable to fly ?
Yes. As it uses four attachement points which makes flight very stable.

How much space do I need for take off ?
10 - 15 metres for solo take off or 40 - 50 metres for dual take off. Generally a football sized area is ample room for safe takeoff and landings.

Why do people buy an Aerochute ?
For their enjoyment and ease of use. Saftey, affordability, portability and fullfilling a life long dream to fly.


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How much are the Aerochutes to buy ?
$17,250. Complete + GST.

How much do trial flights cost ?
$125 inc. GST.

How much does it cost to get a pilots license ?
$4500 or $2000 for a pilot conversion + GST.

If I get my license and buy an aerochute do you give a special price ?
Yes. You get a discount off the price (not inc pilot conversions)
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How much are new parachutes ?
$6000. They last about 800 hours.

How much does it cost to service the engine ?
About $25 every 50 hours for plugs and $75 for air filters.

What accessories do you sell ? How much are they ?
A list of accessories can be found in the Online Shopping.

Are spare parts for the aerochute expensive ?
No. Average pole price is about $70.

How much is the trailer to tow the aerochute with ?
Open trailers are approx. $1450. Enclosed trailers up to $4500.

Can I pay my aerochute off in regular installments ?
Yes.

Do you offer any financing options for purchasing an aerochute ?
Yes.      

EQUIPMENT,SERVICING AND MAINTENCE

Where are the Aerochute's made ?
The Aerochute is manufactured in Melbourne Australia.

How long do they take to make ?
Waiting periods are 2 - 4 weeks once an order is placed.

Do you provide any Warranty for the Aerochute ?
Yes. 12 months warrany on frame and parachute, and 6 months on the engine.

Where do I purchase spare parts ?
From our Online Shop.

Can I choose my own colors for the parachute ?
Yes. This may take longer to manufacter.

Can I choose my own text and/or logo to be placed on the parachute ?
Yes, but this will incur an additional costs and time.

What kind of engine powers the Aerochute ?
Rotex 503 DCDI.

How do I transport the Aerochute ?
On a trailer or in a ute.

Does my Aerochute need to be stored under cover?
Yes. To protect it from weather.

How often do I service my Aerochute ?
- Every 50 hours for spark plugs, gear oil, air filter and fuel filter.
- Every 100 hours for re-trimming of parachute.

Can I service the Aerochute myself ?
Yes. The engine and frame can be serviced by yourself. The parachute must be serviced by Aerochute Industries Australia.