Newcastle News
PARAGLIDER WITH SUSPECTED BROKEN FEMUR AFTER CRASHING ON A NEWCASTLE BEACH
A paraglider had to be airlifted to John Hunter Hospital this afternoon after crashing on a Newcastle Beach while trying to land.
The incident drew a large response from emergency services with initial reports suggesting he was stuck on a cliff.
The 59 year-old pilot suffered a suspected fractured femur.
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