Mainpath: Surguja district of Chhattisgarh is known for its natural beauty and mysterious views. Mainpat of this district, which is also known as ‘Shimla of Chhattisgarh’, attracts tourists from India and abroad due to its cool winds and picturesque valleys. Every year in the month of December, some youth from Raipur organize adventure activities to make the beauty of Mainpat more special. Among these, the biggest attraction for the tourists is Para Motor Air Safari, through which people are having the thrilling experience of viewing the valleys of Mainpat from the sky. Strict security arrangements have been made during the Para Motor Air Safari. Trained and experienced pilots allow the tourists to enjoy flying in the cold winds with complete safety. This is the reason why this adventure activity is becoming increasingly popular among tourists. To show this thrill closely, the team of Local 18 reached Mainpat from Ambikapur, where a special report has been prepared regarding Para Motor Air Safari, see this report…
Flying has been happening for the last 2 to 3 years
Para Motor Air Safari pilot Surendra Yadav told Local 18 that this is a new activity in Flying Manpat, which is being conducted continuously for the last two-three years. He said that every year they come here in the month of December for flying and the enthusiasm among the people is continuously increasing.
You get the thrill of the sky for ₹ 2999
According to Surendra Yadav, the fee for Para Motor Air Safari has been kept at ₹ 2999. In this fee, the passenger is taken for a flight of 5 to 7 minutes, in which he is taken to a height of about 1000 feet. During the flight, the pilot sits at the back, while the passenger sits at the front and enjoys the entire view.
Pilot gets responsibility only after license and training
Regarding safety, the pilot made it clear that flying is done in a completely safe manner. All pilots have a valid license and are allowed to fly only after completing proper training and courses. The minimum training period of a pilot is about 45 days.
No flight in bad weather
The pilot told that he reached here in the month of December and flying had been started again two days ago. Due to bad weather and strong wind, the flight had to be stopped for some time, but it was restarted as soon as the weather improved. He clarified that if the weather is bad or the wind is strong, flying is not allowed under any circumstances.
Para motor runs on power fuel 95
Regarding fuel, Surendra Yadav said that Power Fuel 95 is used in the para motor, the price of which is around ₹ 107 per liter. At present, a good number of inquiries are coming from people, which clearly shows that there is enthusiasm about this activity.
Fear for the first time, then only joy, know the experience
At the same time, Kishan Kumar Sahu told Local 18 that there is a little fear at the time of takeoff, but as soon as the fixed height is reached, the fear disappears completely. After reaching the top, hands become completely free and passengers enjoy this experience to the fullest. He said that people who fly once want to enjoy it again.
Strong protection from helmet to parachute
Talking about the safety arrangements, it was told that before the flight, the passengers are made to wear helmets and wear seat belts. The most important safety equipment is the parachute. If for any reason the engine stops in the air, the pilot is given complete training to make a safe landing through parachute. Para motor air safari is becoming increasingly popular among the people due to short time, affordable charges and high level of safety. This is not only a new option for adventure, but is also giving a new boost to tourism.
