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A 2000 paraglider with degraded fabric crashed during launch in Ireland, injuring a 34-year-old pilot due to poor conditions and lack of safety checks.
A 2000 Windtech Ambar 29 paraglider, found to be unsafe due to aged fabric, was involved in a serious crash at Conor Pass, Ireland, on March 19, 2024, injuring a 34-year-old pilot with 60 hours of experience.
The aircraft, purchased online without a manual, partially collapsed during launch, causing a steep dive amid poor weather, low visibility, and possible tailwind.
Investigators cited insufficient lift, low riser tension, and equipment degradation as key factors.
The pilot, not wearing a helmet, survived after contacting emergency services.
The AAIU stressed risks for novice flyers, emphasizing the need for training, mentorship, and proper equipment checks.
Un parapente de 2000 con tela degradada se estrelló durante el lanzamiento en Irlanda, hiriendo a un piloto de 34 años debido a malas condiciones y a la falta de controles de seguridad.