Peng Yujiang, a 55-year-old Chinese paraglider, had a terrifying flight after being pulled 8,000 meters (26,000 feet) into the sky by a rare weather event.
What Happened?
- Peng was testing new paragliding gear.
- Suddenly, he was pulled upward by a strong updraft called "cloud suck."
- He was lifted high above the clouds, into dangerous weather.
- The event was captured on shocking video footage.
What Is “Cloud Suck”?
- "Cloud suck" happens when a strong updraft under a large cloud pulls objects upward.
- It is rare but very dangerous for paragliders.
- Pilots can lose control and reach very high altitudes.
How High Did He Go?
- Peng was pulled up to 8,000 meters — the same height commercial planes fly!
- This altitude has very low oxygen levels, which can lead to fainting or death.
- Luckily, Peng survived and later shared his video online.
Video Footage
- The viral video shows Peng flying above thick clouds, struggling with the freezing air and pressure.
- Viewers called it “beautiful but terrifying.”
Source: BBC
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