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   Paragliding and AWE 
  • In raw form recreational paragliding is a form of AWES. 
    • High-aspect-ration canopy wings are subject to collapse from various causes, even naturally occurring turbulence.
    • Human pilots as free-glight anchors for their canopy wings may opt to don electric air turbines for generating electricity for charging batteries, heating, lighting, etc.

    • Nearly 2000 humans have died in non-powered recreational paragliding incidents as of year 2020.   [x] We are checking with the bookkeeper on this estimate. Answer from the best known researcher on the matter:
                August 23, 2020

      Hi Joe,

      At this time, I have verified 1920 free-flight paragliding fatalities worldwide by Jan 1, 2020.

      In my opinion, that represents 90% or less of the actual number.

      Okay to share.

      Rick Masters
      rickmas@ushga.aero


  • Powered paragliding utilizes a powered anchor for off-the-ground powered flight.

  • FFAWE     Long-lined FFAWE featuring opposing wing canopy wing sets have a feasibility opportunity for long-distance travel or energy production.

  • Aerotecture:  Inhabitants of kited villages may launch into free paragliding from the lofted platforms.

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