I'm told FLPMs are bit of a handful in anything more than 5 kt winds, especially if the wind is not constant from one direction, as this affects the 'inflation' of the canopy.
I've watched a crew trying to launch a powered parachute with a trike unit in about 10 - 12kts and even with ground helpers, it kept falling over.
Of course there are restrictions too eg no flying in IMC or at night or in controlled airspace, and you're still subject to Rule 5 including the 500ft part.
Last edited by chevvron; 26th February 2013 at 01:24.