Bailey Aviation
| Company type | Private company |
|---|---|
| Industry | Aerospace |
| Founder | Paul Bailey |
| Headquarters | Over, Cambridgeshire , United Kingdom |
| Products | Paramotors, aircraft engines |
Bailey Aviation is a UK-based aircraft manufacturer that was initially situated in Bassingbourn, Royston before relocating to Over, Cambridgeshire. Established by Paul Bailey, the firm focuses on designing and producing paramotors as ready-to-fly aircraft compliant with US FAR 103 Ultralight Vehicles regulations and European standards. In addition to paramotors, Bailey Aviation also manufactures aircraft engines.
History
Paul Bailey began his career in the automotive racing sector by founding Bailey Motorsport, a company dedicated to manufacturing racing car components. After obtaining his private pilot licence, he became engaged in sky diving and subsequently took up paramotoring. Dissatisfied with the quality of existing paramotoring equipment, he aimed to develop superior paramotor designs.
Bailey Aviation has introduced a range of innovative paramotors recognized for their modular design, including models such as the mid-2000s Bailey JPX D330 and Bailey Solo. The company also ventured into producing compact four-stroke paramotor engines, leading to the development of the Bailey B200 and its successor, the Bailey V5 engine, which powers the Bailey V5 paramotor. In 2013, they launched the Bailey Hornet, a two-cylinder two-stroke engine designed for powered paragliding.
Aircraft
| Model designation | Maiden flight | Quantity produced | Classification |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bailey JPX D330 | early to mid-2000s | Paramotor | |
| Bailey Solo | early to mid-2000s | Paramotor | |
| Bailey V5 paramotor | mid-2010s | Paramotor |