He was able to maneuver his aircraft over several residential buildings just before the crash near Kapfenberg Airport, before the glider crashed into an embankment near the Mürz riverbank, reported the fire department.

Trees in the Way: Difficult Recovery of Glider

The recovery was difficult. The fire department had to remove several trees before they could reach the victim. According to initial assessments by the emergency services, the injuries of the 59-year-old are likely to be relatively minor. The cause of the crash is currently unknown. The responsible aviation authority has launched an investigation.

(APA/Red)

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