hang glider
Plural
hang gliders
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a light, non-motorized glider aircraft designed for foot-launched flight
A hang glider is a type of lightweight, non-motorized aircraft designed for a person to fly while suspended from it. The glider consists of a flexible wing frame made from aluminum or other light materials, covered with a fabric that forms the wing surface. The pilot is attached to the glider by a harness and controls the flight by shifting their body weight to steer. Hang gliders are designed for launching from elevated locations like hills or mountains, and they rely on air currents to stay in the air.
- The adventurer launched his hang glider from the cliff, soaring high above the valley.
- During the summer, she took lessons to learn how to fly a hang glider safely.
- The hang glider's fabric wings caught the air, allowing the pilot to glide gracefully.
- The hang glider's lightweight frame made it easy to carry to the top of the launch site.
- The instructor emphasized safety procedures before the group took off with their hang gliders.
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a person who participates in the sport of hang gliding, using a lightweight glider aircraft to fly through the air by harnessing wind currents
A hang glider is a person who participates in hang gliding, a sport where they fly a lightweight, non-motorized glider by being suspended from a frame. The glider is controlled by shifting the body weight, and the pilot uses their movements to steer the glider and control its speed. Hang gliders typically launch from hills or mountains and glide through the air, using natural air currents to stay aloft. The sport requires skill, balance, and an understanding of wind patterns to fly safely and effectively.
- During the flight, the hang glider enjoyed panoramic views of the landscape below.
- The hang glider adjusted his position to catch the updrafts and extend his flight.
- At the launch site, the hang glider prepared the glider and checked all safety equipment.
- The hang glider's skillful navigation allowed him to land smoothly in an open field.
- The young hang glider aspires to participate in cross-country flying competitions.