Paraglider
Context
A lightweight, free-flying, foot-launched glider aircraft with no rigid structure
Explanation
A type of ultralight aircraft made of a fabric wing and used for recreational flying, where the pilot sits in a harness and controls the wing via lines attached to the trailing edge
Applications
Paragliding is a popular adventure sport offering the experience of free flight.
Paragliders launch from hills or mountains to glide through the air.
Tandem paragliding allows novices to experience flight with an experienced pilot.