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Remi Bourdelle. Credit: Red Bull Content Pool

Rémi Bourdelle dies in accident during Dolomiti SuperFly

Rémi Bourdelle has died following a tragic accident during the Dolomiti Super Fly in Italy. The race has been cancelled
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Invitation to celebrate FAI International Day of Air Sports

The FAI is inviting the community to get involved and celebrate the very first International Day of Air Sports on 14 October 2026.
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Slovenia triumphs at European Championships

The 18th FAI European Paragliding Championships successfully concluded on 19 August after nine tasks ranging from 68km to 104km.
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Wanderbird series wraps in Werfenweng

The Wanderbird Trophy hike-and-fly race made its first stop in Werfenweng Austria last weekend attracting a field from around the world.
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A montage of earthquake damage in Roldanillo in August 2026

Roldanillo earthquake: pilots rally to help

Pilots raise tens of thousands to help people in Roldanillo affected by the powerful earthquake that struck Colombia
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FAI European Paragliding Championships underway

The 18th FAI European Paragliding Championships are officially underway in Kruševo, North Macedonia and run for 12 days until 19 August.
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Pilots planning autumn trips to Saint-André-les-Alpes should note that the site will be unavailable to organised groups from 4-19 September 2026

Saint-André-les-Alpes closes to groups 4-19 September

One of Europe's best-known XC destinations and a favourite with schools and guided tours has been reserved for two big comps
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PWC Gemona. Photo: Martin Scheel

Baptiste Lambert wins PWC Gemona 2026

After six tasks in Baptiste Lambert claimed victory at PWC Gemona, followed by Martin Jovanoski and Roger Aeschbacher.
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Dune du Pyla closed due to French wildfires

Flying at the famous Dune du Pyla in southwestern France has been suspended due to the wildfires in the region
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SRS Ozone Edition 2026

SRS Ozone Edition: Race Report

Baptiste Lambert won SRS Ozone Edition in Le Grand Bornand, delivering a masterclass for other pilots on how to race and fly this region.
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