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2. To fly a two-seater powered parachute, a sport pilot license is required, which is obtained through a written test, flight training and practical test. With additional training, pilots can do their own inspections and maintenance. 

3. While flying can be exhilarating (and perhaps terrifying for some), powered parachutes are incredibly safe if flown correctly, due to their low speed and the fact that if the engine fails, the parachute glides the craft to a soft landing. Energy use is also low because of the slower speeds.

Cool factor. The Six Chuter Legend can reach altitudes of 10,000 feet above sea level. Sandell has flown at 2,000 feet, but doesn’t desire to go much higher.