To be a Pilot, you want a P-2 license for most US sites.
BAPA Pilots
Advanced Paragliding = 2100
Merlin Flight School = 1725
Air Time of SF = 2100 (with free equipment rental)
Equipment Cost...
... after reading some FAQs.... sounds like it'll run around 3500 for a newer one (cheap side)... and 2500 or so for a used get up...
Suggested Equipment
Learn in New Zealand?
Nelson Paragliding = 1950 NZ dollar ($1342)
Nimbus in Christchurch = 2100 NZ ($1445)
Learn in Australia?
Alpine Paragliding = 1665 AU (1400$)
Sunshine Coast = 1440 (1200)
FAQs
http://eagleparagliding.com/?q=node/33
http://www.flyaboveall.com/paragliding_faq.htm#cost
http://www.all-about-paragliding.com/faq.htm#9
http://www.airborne.uk.com/pg_faqs.htm
http://www.adrenalineparagliding.co.uk/Paragliding%20FAQs.htm
So... damn that's expensive. 1500+3500 for gear = 5000$...
Hmm... may have to save up for a while...
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