News24 | Stellenbosch paraglider dies after solo cross-country accident

News24 | Stellenbosch paraglider dies after solo cross-country accident

A paragliding pilot died on Sunday after conducting a solo recreational cross-country flight at the foothills of Stellenbosch Mountain on Saturday.

Paragliding pilot dies after tragic accident near Stellenbosch Mountain

A 54-year old South African paragliding pilot was conducting a solo recreational flight when he was involved in an accident on the foothills of Stellenbosch Mountain. The incident took place on Saturday, 8 February at approximately 12:30. Investigation underway He was taken by ER24 ambulance to Stellenbosch Mediclinic, and then airlifted on Sunday to Chris Barnard Hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries. The cause of the accident is not yet…

Paragliding pilot dies after accident near Stellenbosch

A 54-year-old South African paragliding pilot tragically passed away following an accident on the foothills of Stellenbosch Mountain on Saturday, 8 February 2025, Cape {town} Etc reports. The pilot had been flying solo when the incident occurred. Emergency services rushed him to Stellenbosch Mediclinic before airlifting him to Chris Barnard Hospital the following day. Despite efforts to save him, the pilot succumbed to his injuries. The cause of…