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Thursday, October 1, 2026

Colorado Air Traffic Controller Soars to Work via Powered Paraglider

A unique commute is taking flight in Colorado, where an air traffic controller has embraced powered paragliding as his daily journey to the job.

US Politics • 3 hours ago
Colorado Air Traffic Controller Soars to Work via Powered Paraglider

In Colorado, one air traffic controller's commute is anything but ordinary. He begins his workday by soaring to work using a powered paraglider, transforming his journey into a unique aerial experience.

This unconventional method of travel offers a bird's-eye view of the landscape as the controller navigates his way to his position overseeing air traffic. The powered paraglider, a lightweight, foot-launched aircraft, allows for both gliding and engine-assisted flight, providing a blend of recreational freedom and practical transportation.


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