Accidents happen. Critical and emergent situations in this world are unpredictable just as much as they are threatening to our well-beings, and sometimes even our lives. In the realm of aviation – especially that of paramotoring – taking every measure to reduce the chance for accidents to occur should be the number one priority for both skilled and novice pilots. While it’s not always possible to mitigate accidents, being prepared in the wake of chaos is key. For this reason, Aviator Paramotor is excited to announce that we’re helping usher in a new safety accessory to the flying community – the “ParaPack” – an all-in-one first aid kit.
According to the CDC, accidents associated with miscellaneous mishaps, automobiles, medical issues, and other troubles occur to hundreds of millions of people annually in the U.S. – with death tolls matching those counts. While accidents and fatalities in general aviation total between 2,000-3,000 annually, with very few PPG related incidents being reported, it stands to reason that a percentage of those statistics is due to the active pursuit of risk reduction being directly correlated with those fewer accidents occurring in aviation.
As every good paramotor pilot knows, the sport is as safe as you make it. Investing extensive time in training, quality gear, and the addition of those precautionary accessories are the best ways to lesson the inherent risks involved. From reserve shoots, flotation devices, strobes, and more, this new addition of the ParaPack is designed to fill the need for gear targeting broader emergency situations. Having been thoroughly tested, the attachable bag is filled with all the right equipment in the event of accident or injuring; whether it’s for yourself or for someone else.
This all-in-one first-aid kit was designed by a paramedic and adventure sports enthusiast. Including staples like gauze, medications, and CPR assistants to Mylar blankets, matches, and flashlights, the Para Pack covers anything ranging from mild scrapes and bruises to severe accidents, where, in taking the proper emergency-directed steps, has the potential to save a life. The packs even include a “First Aid Guide” for additional help. Because of life’s uncertainties, taking those extra precautions to ensure general safety is also a priority could mean the difference between life and death.
Additional features of the ParaPack likewise make prioritizing safety simple. It’s small, compact sizing makes it easy to mount on your motor frame, on harness straps, or can be snuggly stowed under the seat of your harness. It’s highly secured for flight, even for aerobatic pilots – sustaining itself through twists and turns, ups and downs. It even comes with three security tabs to ensure that the contents of the bag stay completely locked during flight, but allow for quick access in the event of an emergency.
Both a standardized “Crash Pack,” and an upgraded “Survivor Pack” are filled with a variety of emergency staples.
The Crash Pack, with 8 x 6 x 4” dimensions, includes the following:
1000D MOLLE Mountable Bag
Gen 3 Recon Tourniquet
Credit Card Knife
Safety Whistle
Black Sharpie
Triangular Bandage
Z-Fold Trauma Dressing
7 1/2” Trauma Shears
Emergency Mylar Blanket
Abdominal Pad
2” Cohesive Roll Bandage
Two 2 x 2” Gauze
4 x 4” Gauze
Quart Size Plastic Bag
Stainless Tweezers
First Aid Guide
Two Compressed Towels
CPR Face Shield
One Pair of Large Nitrile Gloves
Ibuprofen (Advil)
Diphenhydramine (Benadryl)
Aspirin
Two Antibiotic Ointment
Two Burn Cream
Two BZK antiseptic
Two Alcohol Prep Pads
Two Sting Relief Wipes
Cotton Tipped Applicators
Two 2 x 4” Adhesive Bandage
Four 3/4 x 3” Adhesive Bandage
Knuckle Bandage
Three Security Seals
Pocket Survival Tool
Wire Saw
Sawyer Water Filter
550 Paracord (20’)
Flashlight
Button Compass
Five Tinder Quick
Forty Waterproof Matches
1000D MOLLE Mountable Bag
Gen 3 Recon Tourniquet
Credit Card Knife
Safety Whistle
Black Sharpie
Triangular Bandage
Z-Fold Trauma Dressing
7 1/2” Trauma Shears
Emergency Mylar Blanket
Abdominal Pad
2” Cohesive Roll Bandage
Two 2 x 2” Gauze
4 x 4” Gauze
Quart Size Plastic Bag
Stainless Tweezers
First Aid Guide
Two Compressed Towels
CPR Face Shield
One Pair of Large Nitrile Gloves
Ibuprofen (Advil)
Diphenhydramine (Benadryl)
Aspirin
Two Antibiotic Ointment
Two Burn Cream
Two BZK antiseptic
Two Alcohol Prep Pads
Two Sting Relief Wipes
Cotton Tipped Applicators
Two 2 x 4 “ Adhesive Bandage
Four 3/4 x 3” Adhesive Bandage
Knuckle Bandage
Three Security Seals
