Why a Summit Powered Parachute?? First-Ever Powered Parachute SLSA Approval!

In 1999, at the Sun n Fun airshow in Florida, the Summit II made its debut and we have never looked back since.

The uniqueness of the Summit created a real interest and we had many people comment on how different our kit was then anything they had ever seen in the market. They were right!!!. We had incorporated in our very unique design, a true two seat placement that allowed pilot and passenger to sit in their own separate seats for the most comfortable arrangement. We had a single fuselage tube that had every attach point triangulated, we had a slider foot control system for ease of canopy steering, we had stainless steel rails around the pilot and passenger for maximum protection, we had a four point pick up system for our risers for the best control against any pendulum affect and above that, all the kits were anodized which was superior to the typical powder coating. Our landing gear was designed so that it was back under the engine so that in the event of a hard landing, the wheels would touch first, not the protective propeller guard thus eliminating a lot of the problems with broken propeller blades that plagued our competitors.

During the Sun 'n Fun airshow we heard comments like:

“Boy, you sure built that strong”
“It’s about time somebody separated the pilot and passenger”
“Now that makes sense”
“What a great idea for steering controls”
“You guys definitely started with a clean sheet of paper”
“This looks like it was engineered not copied”

The comments were positive and we knew we were on the right track. People wanted something different, something strong and something reliable and with our years of experience in the industry we looked forward to embarking on a new division of our existing company. 

Our main company, was founded in 1988 starting with our fixed wing Chinook Plus 2, then in 1996 our fixed wing Beaver RX 550 Plus and so it was a natural transition to add the Powered Parachute to our family, thus the conception of the Summit and its unique design.

We have been a long withstanding member of ASTM, LAMA and other organizations that set the standards for aircraft manufacturing. LSA and Sport Pilot regulations are not new issues to our company, we have always had to comply to the stringent regulations put forth by our Transport Canada and have always complied.

We were very proud to recently receive the first License of Certification for our Summit PPC in Germany, the ONLY PPC to receive this certification in Germany. Germany is well known for its stringent regulations on accepting the airworthiness of light aircraft and so it was with the fortitude and dedication of our German dealers, Rueben Peter and Dietmar Leide that it was finally realized this past October. We were extremely pleased with their efforts and it was one more notch on our belts as there were several other PPC’s that had tried the same for the last 4 or 5 years without success. Congratulations Guys!!!!!

With some of this information, you now know why the Summit stands above other models and why it is regarded as one of the strongest and best built in the industry but beyond the technical aspect there is the human aspect, the aspect of great customer service and the knowledge we carry in this industry with our years of experience and our years of dedication to our customers. We are firm believers that no great product can be great without the greatest in customer relations. That is the foundation for our company and why people worldwide deal with us.

From the time you call us to make an inquiry, to the information package we send you, to the details of an order, to the finances, to the actual logistics and receipt of your kit and finally to the assistance in the assembly of your kit, we are with you all the way. Our assembly manuals are clear and concise, our parts pre-cut, pre-measured, pre-drilled for ease of construction and our assistance only an e-mail or a phone call away. Our professional staff is knowledgeable and eager to assist you. Our philosophy is to treat each person as we would want to be treated, with the highest regard and the best service possible, it’s our promise to each and every one of our customers.

Why buy a Summit, well here is a quick summary:

·         anodized airframes

·         plenty of engine choices – Rotax 503, Rotax 582, Rotax 912, HKS 700 E

·         4 point pick up system for risers

·         slider foot control for canopy steering

·         true two place seating

·         beefy airframe with 4” fuselage

·         ground steering

·         Dyno-Focal engine mount to best absorb vibration

·         Rear wheel placement to prevent prop guard impact

·         Parts pre-cut, pre-measured, pre-drilled for ease of assembly

·         No welding required

·         Concise and Clear assembly manual

·         Our own line of canopies

·         Excellence in Customer service

·         Knowledgeable and experienced staff

The long and the short of it, customers really want an aircraft that is safe, durable and fun to fly. They also want a company that stands behind their products and are available to them when a question arises. We know that the Summit can provide both and with this winning attitude, you the customer will be the biggest winner. For more information on the Summit, click on the links below.

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