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74-year-old paraglider dies in Hong Kong crash after losing control in strong winds

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A 74-year-old retired police officer in Hong Kong died after losing control of his paraglider due to strong winds. The accident occurred on June 17, 2024, at Sunset Peak on Lantau Island. An investigation by the Air Accident Investigation Authority highlighted the incident and recommended that paragliding groups emphasize comprehensive risk assessments before flights. AI

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74-year-old paraglider dies in Hong Kong crash after losing control in strong winds

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Danny Mok ·

    Man, 74, lost control of paraglider in strong winds, probe into fatal crash finds

    A 74-year-old retired Hong Kong police officer lost control of his paraglider in strong air currents and was fatally injured after crashing on Lantau Island, a probe into the 2024 accident has found. A report published by the Air Accident Investigation Authority on Monday detaile…

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