Summary
The pilot was attempting to paraglide into an offshore wind from an area not generally used by local paraglider pilots in similar conditions.
The paraglider was seen to be effected by wind gusts resulting in a partial collapse of the canopy followed by a hard landing amongst rocks.
The pilot, who was a Swiss national on holiday, was not wearing a helmet and suffered fatal injuries.
Occurrence summary
| Investigation number | 199300060 |
|---|---|
| Occurrence date | 12/01/1993 |
| Location | Cape Jervis |
| State | South Australia |
| Report release date | 28/02/1994 |
| Report status | Final |
| Investigation type | Occurrence Investigation |
| Investigation status | Completed |
| Mode of transport | Aviation |
| Aviation occurrence category | Collision with terrain |
| Occurrence class | Accident |
| Highest injury level | Fatal |
Aircraft details
| Manufacturer | Unknown |
|---|---|
| Model | Paraglider |
| Registration | REG_1993000601 |
| Operation type | Private |
| Departure point | Cape Jervis SA |
| Destination | Cape Jervis SA |
| Damage | Unknown |