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Paraglider Crash at Mirador de Sa Torre: A Rescue Drama and the Open Question of Safety

How Paragliding Rescues Work in Mallorca

A paragliding rescue in Mallorca may involve 112, Samu 061, police and a helicopter, especially in difficult terrain.

Published: April 22, 2026
Paraglider Crash at Mirador de Sa Torre: A Rescue Drama and the Open Question of Safety

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What happens in a mountain rescue after a paragliding crash in Mallorca?

In a serious incident, emergency services may coordinate 112, paramedics, police, firefighters and a rescue helicopter. In hard-to-reach terrain, the priority is to reach the injured person quickly, stabilise them and transfer them to hospital if needed. Mallorca’s rescue teams are used to working in difficult terrain, but access can still be challenging.

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