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Pedal Power Above the Runway: A Mallorca Record That Raises Questions

The Son Bonet Glider Attempt and the Questions It Raised

A cycling team helped launch a glider at Son Bonet in Mallorca, sparking questions about safety, permissions and local impact.

Published: April 22, 2026
Pedal Power Above the Runway: A Mallorca Record That Raises Questions

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What happened at Son Bonet airfield in Mallorca?

A road cycling team in Mallorca used a rope to help pull a single-seat glider along the runway at Son Bonet. The attempt succeeded and was later presented as a record-style performance, but it also prompted questions about safety, permissions and local impact.

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