The first annual ParaJam in the Ham 2026 brought 290 paramotor pilots and hundreds of spectators to Richmond County Airport (KRCZ) in Rockingham, North Carolina from May 14-17, 2026 — making it the largest powered paragliding fly-in event ever held in the Southeast United States.
Hosted by Carolina PPG, the USPPA-certified powered paragliding school based at KRCZ, the four-day event was a charity fundraiser benefiting the USPPA, Aurora PPG, Rachel Breckenridge, and local Rockingham charities. From sunrise launches over the runway to evening sponsor showcases, ParaJam 2026 delivered exactly what it promised: a legal and fun celebration of paramotor flight.
What Is ParaJam in the Ham?
ParaJam in the Ham is an annual powered paragliding fly-in held at Richmond County Airport in Rockingham, NC. The event combines morning and evening flying windows, on-site camping, sponsor showcases, vendor row, safety clinics, and community programming. Every dollar raised supports the powered paragliding community and local Rockingham charities.
The 2026 inaugural event ran from Thursday, May 14 through Sunday, May 17, with setup on Wednesday May 13 and teardown on Monday May 18. Gates opened at 7:00 AM on Thursday morning and pilots flew through Sunday afternoon.
ParaJam 2026 By the Numbers
- 290 paramotor pilots registered and flew
- 18 sponsors across Featured and Supporting tiers
- 4 days of flying, clinics, and community
- Charity beneficiaries: USPPA, Aurora PPG, Rachel Breckenridge, and local Rockingham charities
- Location: Richmond County Airport (KRCZ), 195 James Hand Rd, Rockingham, NC 28379
Watch the ParaJam 2026 Highlight Reel
The full event recap — including aerial footage, sunrise launches, and crowd shots — is live on the Carolina PPG YouTube channel:
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Thank You to Our 2026 ParaJam Sponsors
ParaJam in the Ham 2026 would not have been possible without the generosity of our 18 sponsor partners. These brands and schools represent the heart of the powered paragliding industry, and we are deeply grateful for their support.
Featured Partners
- Ozone — World-class paraglider wing manufacturer
- Vittorazi Motors — Premium paramotor engines from Italy
- Only Buttfanz (OBF) — Premium paramotor cooling fans and accessories
- Aviator PPG — Leading East Coast paramotor school and dealer
- Carolina PPG — Host school and USPPA-certified training facility
- Sky Adventures PPG — Florida-based training and equipment dealer (LED wall sponsor)
- Power2FLy — Custom paramotor frames featuring Vittorazi engines
- Parajet — UK-based paramotor manufacturer and Maverick frame builder
- Oklahoma Paramotor — Central US paramotor training and equipment
- One Up Adventures — Dudek and Fly Products dealer
- North Coast PPG — Great Lakes region paramotor training
- Off-Grid Aviation — Adventure paramotor pilots and content creators
- Liberty Motors — Paramotor sales and service
Supporting Partners
- Aurora PPG — Susan Ray’s North Carolina paramotor community (and 2026 fundraiser beneficiary)
- Lowcountry PPG — South Carolina paramotor pilots and instruction
- Freedom Flight Academy — Brennan Morgan’s paramotor training operation
- Charlie’s Soap — North Carolina-made eco-friendly cleaning products
- Super Fly Inc. — Chris Santacroce’s legendary paragliding and paramotor school
Rockingham, North Carolina — The Perfect Paramotor Venue
Richmond County Airport (KRCZ) in Rockingham, NC offers everything a powered paragliding event needs: wide-open flying areas, uncontrolled airspace, on-site camping, and a community that welcomes aviation. Pilots flew sunrise launches over rolling Sandhills terrain, with morning and evening flight windows scheduled around the best Southeastern thermals.
The airfield’s flat grass runway and open agricultural land around it make Rockingham one of the top paramotor training destinations in the Southeast — which is exactly why Carolina PPG is headquartered here year-round.
ParaJam in the Ham 2027 — Save the Date
The success of the first annual ParaJam in the Ham guarantees a second one. Mark your calendar:
- Dates: May 20-23, 2027 (tentative)
- Location: Richmond County Airport (KRCZ), 195 James Hand Rd, Rockingham, NC 28379
- Website: parajam.com
- Early pilot registration opens: January 2027
- Sponsor pre-sales open: August 20, 2026
Follow parajam.com for updates, and visit the Carolina PPG Facebook page for ParaJam 2026 recap content all summer long.
Want to Learn to Fly a Paramotor?
If ParaJam 2026 sparked your curiosity, Carolina PPG offers USPPA-certified paramotor training year-round at Richmond County Airport — including foot launch, trike training, and Introductory Flights ($150 for 25 minutes) so you can experience powered paragliding before you commit to a full training course.
Get started:
- 📞 Call us: (336) 493-2244
- 🌐 Visit: carolinappg.com
- 📧 Email: info@carolinappg.com
- 📍 Location: 656 Airport Rd, Rockingham, NC 28379 (Richmond County Airport — KRCZ)
Whether you are an experienced pilot looking for your next adventure or someone who has dreamed about flying your entire life, Carolina PPG and ParaJam are here to help you get airborne — safely, legally, and with a community behind you.
See you at ParaJam 2027.
Ready to Learn to Fly a Paramotor?
Carolina PPG is a USPPA-certified powered paragliding school at Richmond County Airport (KRCZ) in Rockingham, NC. Our full paramotor training course is $3,500 and runs 8–9 days — week-long or spread over 3–4 weekends — with helmets, wings and motors provided. Not ready to commit? Start with a $150, 25-minute Introductory Flight, or call (336) 493-2244.
