The New Team

Trevor Steele - New Owner

Trevor Steele officially assumed ownership of PPG Smoke in early 2026, steering the dedicated yet agile team toward new heights of success. Trevor's journey in paramotoring began in 2012 when he first took to the skies. Since then, his life has been fueled by an unwavering passion for flight, leading him to teach over 700 students through his renowned paramotor school, Backcountry PPG. Recently, Trevor has uncovered a new passion for developing innovative products that cater to the needs of the paramotor community. With ambitious plans on the horizon, he is committed to creating exceptional gear for his fellow pilots!

 

Mike Wingard - Chief Fun Officer & Head Mechanic

Mike is the backbone of this entire operation, keeping the team energized and motivated to push forward. His nonstop smile, excitement for life, and burning passion for helping others shine through in everything he does. Mike has a diverse background, including martial arts, running a heating and cooling business, and, in recent years, assisting Trevor in managing Backcountry PPG's beginner and adventure paramotor training programs. Mike started flying in 2018, and you can still find him in the air at every opportunity!

 

Jordan Schanze - USA Shop Manager

Jordan's passion for paramotoring began long before he could even drive. He first touched a wing around 2007 at the young age of 7. From that moment, he knew he wanted to spend the rest of his life involved in flying in any way he could. His love for flying and teaching is evident in every conversation, and the moment you see him strap into a glider, he lights up like a kid on Christmas morning. It doesn't matter what he's doing; he is just thrilled to be flying!