What happened
On October 5, 2019, an incident occurred near Zakliczyn/Myślenice involving a paraglider. During the takeoff sequence, the individual operating the wing lost control of the aircraft. As a result of this loss of control, the wing made contact with overhead power lines, causing the wing to become snagged on the electrical cables.
Power utility services were dispatched to the scene to remove the wing from the lines. No injuries were reported as a result of the contact with the power lines.
The investigation
The investigation conducted by the PKBWL established that the individual operating the paraglider did not possess the necessary flight qualifications or licenses required to pilot the aircraft. Because the incident involved the operation of an aircraft by an unlicensed person, the PKBWL exercised its authority under the Polish Aviation Law to refrain from conducting a full formal investigation into the accident.