Archive · 31 May 2025
Chinese Paraglider Accidentally Climbs to Near Record Heights
A paraglider in China accidentally flew to a very high altitude, almost as high as Mount Everest, while testing equipment.
Strong winds pulled him up into the sky, and he experienced freezing temperatures and lack of oxygen.
Despite the dangerous conditions, he managed to land safely, but is now banned from flying for six months.
Another paraglider was also banned for sharing footage without permission.
This incident is similar to a previous event involving a Polish paraglider who also reached extreme heights accidentally.
The incident highlights the risks of high-altitude flying.
A Chinese paraglider reached over 28,000 feet during a test flight.
Strong winds pulled the paraglider up unexpectedly.
The paraglider experienced freezing conditions and lack of oxygen.
The paraglider landed safely but was banned from flying for six months.
Another pilot was banned for sharing footage of the incident without permission.
- Who
- Peng Yujiang, a 55-year-old paraglider.
- What
- A paraglider reached an extreme altitude during a test flight due to strong winds.
- When
- Saturday morning
- Where
- Qilian mountain range, northwest China.
- Why
- A strong wind lifted the paraglider unexpectedly, causing the ascent.
- Paraglider's Name
- Peng Yujiang
- Age
- 55
- Altitude Reached
- 28,200+ feet
- Location
- Qilian mountain range, China
- Reason for Flight
- Testing equipment
- Punishment
- 6-month flying ban