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Friday, September 20, 2024

Tragic Paragliding Accidents in Tirol

Published: 2024-08-11

A tragic day unfolded in Tirol, Austria, as two separate paragliding accidents claimed the lives of three individuals, including a 10-year-old girl.

The first incident occurred in Westendorf, where a 60-year-old Austrian tandem pilot and a young German girl encountered severe turbulence shortly after takeoff.

Their paraglider crashed into a young forest, resulting in fatal injuries for both.

Despite immediate rescue efforts, they were pronounced dead at the scene.

In a separate accident in Sillian, East Tirol, a 55-year-old German woman also lost her life while paragliding.

She spiraled out of control from a height of approximately 100 meters after hitting turbulence, crashing to the ground with devastating force.

Despite first aid attempts, she succumbed to her injuries at the site.

These incidents highlight the unpredictable dangers of paragliding, even for experienced enthusiasts.