Pilot was distracted during preflight checks by fellow pilot setting up nearby, leading to incomplete preflight inspection
High — very likely identified
Pilot was distracted during preflight by a fellow pilot setting up next to him, resulting in incomplete preflight checks. Incident occurred during final approach in evening conditions.
Pilot error - failure to complete normal preflight checks due to distraction from fellow pilot setting up nearby
August 31, 2025
19:30:00
United States
Bossier City, Louisiana
Footlaunch
True North
Vittorazi Atom 80
Dudek
Universal 1.1
23m
Age 66, weight 165 lbs, male, PPG 1 rating, 50+ hours experience
Light and variable
Evening, light and variable wind, no/low wind conditions
PPG Type: Foot Launch – Single Occupant Type of Injury: No Injury Pilot Details Age: 66 Weight: 165 Gender: Male Highest rating held at the time of the incident: Beginner – PPG 1 Pilot experience level: 50+ hours Gear Details Wing Brand: Dudek Model: Universal 1.1 Size: 23m Paramotor Frame: True North Paramotor: True North with Vittorazi Atom 80 Incident Details August 31, 2025 7:30 PM Location of the incident: Bossier City, Louisiana Type of Incident: Pilot Error It happened because I didn't do my normal preflight checks. Something distracted me, like a fellow pilot set up next to me. Flight Window: Evening Wind Speed: No Wind / Low Wind Type: Light and Variable Phase of Flight: Final Approach Type of Injury: No Injury Collateral Damage: None