Find an ultralight group in your area. This is the way to see all the different kinds of ultralights, get free advice and rides, find an instructor and get bargains on aircraft and equipment. There is no better way to learn the art than associating with people who are already flying ultralights.
Find the space you will need. You can start building an ultralight in your garage, but you will need something larger before the project is complete. You will also need a place to keep your aircraft when it is not in use.
Choose an aircraft style – enclosed cabin, powered parachute, helicopter, gyrocopter or open cockpit. Also, decide how you are going to get your first aircraft. You can buy it ready to fly, although this is the most expensive route. You can work from a kit, which includes plans, instructions and parts – many of which have holes already drilled in the right places. Or you can work from plans alone, which is the cheapest path but only recommended if you are experienced with shop work.
