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This article is from the Hanggliding and Paragliding FAQ, by Joao Geada with numerous contributions by others.

4.A. What is a "Paraglider"?

A paraglider is a foot-launched, ram-air, aerofoil canopy,
designed to be flown and landed with no other energy requirements than
the wind, gravity and the pilot's musclepower.

 

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