Himachal Pradesh: Pilot Killed, Tourist Injured In Tandem Paragliding Crash At Bir Billing
Published on: Dec. 28, 2025, 10:30 a.m. | Source: Free Press Journal
An experienced pilot died and a tourist was injured when a tandem paraglider malfunctioned shortly after takeoff at Bir Billing, Kangra. Rescue teams rushed them to the hospital, but the pilot succumbed en route. Authorities have launched an investigation to determine the cause—technical fault, human error, or weather—and raised concerns about safety protocols at adventure sports sites.
