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Latest Crash on Kauai: How Safe Are Ultralights

Latest Crash on Kauai: How Safe Are Ultralights

March 12, 2014 by Rob

We’re saddened once again this week by the deaths of two people on Kauai. The crash took place at Waiakamoo Valley near Polihale Beach. Killed were Birds of Paradise owner Gerry Charlebois, a pioneer in Hawaii ultralights, and his passenger. Charlebois was said to have over 50,000 hours of Ultralight experience. Ultralights, like the one pictured here, are frequently seen […]

Ultralight Safety: Three Crashes in Six Months

Ultralight Safety: Three Crashes in Six Months

May 17, 2011 by Beat of Hawaii

For our 1,000th post on Beat of Hawaii, we were hoping for a good deal to bring you. Unfortunately, it’s turned into sad news of yet another deadly crash involving an Ultralight aircraft.  Today’s fatal flight took off from Hanapepe’s Port Allen field here on Kauai. Our thoughts go first to those killed and their loved ones. Ultralight safety […]

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