Paragliding accident on Gaisberg: 68-year-old seriously injured!

Paragliding accident on Gaisberg: 68-year-old seriously injured!

An exciting afternoon on the Gaisberg ended in dramatic misfortune for a 68-year-old German! The experienced paragliding athlete started with his glider, but problems quickly arose. According to police, one of the main reasons for the failed landing attempt was an oversteep maneuver combined with unfavorable thermal conditions. During the landing approach to the emergency landing area in Guggenthal, the man fell from an unspecified height and suffered serious injuries ORF Salzburg reports, as well as The Crown reports.

The sunny weather was tempting for paragliders after the long winter break, but not every flight ends smoothly. After the crash, the emergency doctor and rescue workers immediately provided first aid to the German pilot before he was taken to the accident hospital in Salzburg. The incident has drawn attention to the risks of paragliding in sub-optimal conditions. Such events remind us of the need for an accurate assessment of flight conditions and one's own skills.