Hang gliding

Hang gliding is one of the air sports. It is a recreational or competitive sport closely related to gliding, but using a much simpler craft often consisting of a metal-framed fabric wing, with the pilot mounted on a harness hanging from the wing frame and exercising control by shifting body weight against a triangular bar also attached to the frame.

Related Topics:
Air sports - Recreation - Sport - Gliding - Wing - Pilot

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Early experiments with gliding flight were made throughout the late 19th century by pioneers such as Otto Lilienthal. These craft would now be considered as hang gliders.

Related Topics:
19th century - Otto Lilienthal

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