Paramotor Training & Introductory Flights in North Carolina
Powered paragliding is the most exciting and affordable way to fly. Foot launch or trike – we’ll teach you to launch, fly and land with confidence.
- Foot & trike launch
- Small, safety-first classes
- Gear sales & setup
flying since 2018
instructors & co-owners
2026, Rockingham NC
no experience needed to try
Your path to the sky
From your very first flight to flying your own gear – we’re with you every step.
Take an Intro Flight
A 25-minute Introductory Flight with an experienced instructor. Feel the freedom before you commit.
Book an intro flight → 02Train with us
Small, safety-first USPPA classes: ground school, weather, glider handling, launches and power taxiing – foot or trike.
See our training → 03Gear up in our shop
Paramotors, gliders, helmets and comms – custom packages matched to your weight, goals and experience.
Go to the shop →
Gear we fly & trust
Paramotors, gliders, helmets and comms – hand-picked from brands we fly ourselves. Not sure what you need? Call us and we’ll build it with you.
Micro Avionics Bluetooth Headset – PM100
Price range: $665.00 through $760.00View product →
Helmets
NEW* Icaro Solar X Helmet v2 2025 Colours
Price range: $332.00 through $402.00View product →
Paramotors
Parajet Maverick II Paramotor
Price range: $8,950.00 through $12,205.00View product →
Gliders
Sirocco 3
$4,850.00View product →
Pilots first. Teachers always.
Carolina PPG is run by two USPPA-certified pilots who fell in love with this sport – and love sharing it.
Allen Surratt
Co-owner · Director of Sales- US Navy veteran
- USPPA PPG 1–3 certified
- Tandem certified
Foot launch trained in 2018, wheel launch certified 2020–21.
Darren Locklear
Co-owner · Introductory Flight Instructor- Flying since July 2018
- Introductory Flight instructor
- Scotland County, NC
“When students complete their first flights, I’m just as excited as they are.”
What our pilots say
“From the time I showed up to the time I left was amazing! … Darren and his awesome instruction got me in the air and flying the first weekend I was there!!!”
“I went on a tandem flight with Allen and it was an amazing experience! Allen was very nice and patient. I felt both excited and safe throughout the whole flight.”
“Carolina PPG instructors work hard with each individual and allow for everyone to learn and progress at their own pace … I would highly recommend Carolina PPG for anyone seeking to get into the sport of powered paragliding.”
Try an Introductory Flight
Want to see what it’s like first? Our 25-minute Introductory Flights give you a real taste of powered paragliding – with an experienced instructor right beside you.
- 25 minutes in the air
- Experienced Introductory Flight instructor
- The perfect first step before training
From the blog
Your first flight starts with a call.
Call or text to learn more about this exhilarating sport and how you can join today.