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Paraglider Rescued from 60m Crane in China
21 Jun
Summary
- Paraglider stranded on a 60-meter crane in China due to strong winds.
- Glider lines caught in crane jib during descent near Nanchong.
- Firefighters executed a high-altitude operation to rescue the pilot.
A paraglider was stranded atop a 60-meter tower crane in China's Sichuan province after strong winds interfered with his descent. The incident occurred near Nanchong when the paraglider's lines became entangled in the crane's jib, a terrifying moment captured on video.
Firefighters launched a dramatic high-altitude rescue operation to safely bring the pilot down. Reports vary on the duration of the ordeal, with some indicating the pilot was stranded for about an hour, while others suggest the rescue took several hours.
This event highlights the inherent dangers of adventure sports like paragliding. Adherence to weather conditions, airspace regulations, and awareness of urban infrastructure proximity are crucial for pilot safety.
