ITV Agenda 30 paraglider, None, 1 May 2008

• From: Air Accidents Investigation Branch
• Published: 10 December 2014

• Category: Sport aviation and balloons
• Report type: Bulletin - Pre-1997 uncategorised monthly report
• Date of occurrence: 1 May 2008
• Aircraft type: ITV Agenda 30 paraglider
• Location: 3 nm south of Luss, Loch Lomond, Scotland
• Registration: None

ITV Agenda 30 paraglider, None

Summary:

A paraglider became airborne with a second person holding the harness straps in a deliberate attempt to increase the paraglider’s weight. The paraglider unexpectedly gained height and the second person fell, suffering fatal injuries. The investigation concluded that unsuitable equipment, unsuitable wind conditions and a lack of formal training were contributory factors.

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ITV Agena 30 paraglider 11-08.pdf (378.29 kb)

Published 10 December 2014