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Pilots Soar at Solang Pre-World Cup
9 Oct
Summary
- Event commenced on Friday at Solang Nala in Kullu's Manali.
- 42 pilots from six nations, including one woman, joined.
- Competition requires an International Aeronautical Federation license.
The Paragliding Accuracy Pre-World Cup began on Friday at Solang Nala in the Kullu district's Manali. This four-day event has attracted 42 pilots from six different countries, including one female participant.
Technical education minister Rajesh Dharmani officially inaugurated the competition by taking a flight from the Fataru take-off point, situated at an altitude of 10,000 feet. The Manali Paragliding Association is organizing this event for the first time at Solang.
Pilots from across India, the Army, and other nations are demonstrating their advanced flying and landing techniques. According to Association president Ved Ram Thakur, the competition is divided into three categories. A crucial requirement for all participants is to possess a valid International Aeronautical Federation license.
