Flamborough RNLI launch after reports of crashed hang-glider received

Flamborough RNLI launched following reports of a hang-glider that crashed into the sea near Bridlington.

Flamborough RNLI launched on July 4 at 2:52pm, following a report that a powered hang-glider had crashed into the sea. It was thought the hang-glider had crashed around one or to miless off the coast at Sewerby.

placeholder image — Flamborough RNLI launched on July 4 at 2:52pm, following a report that a powered hang-glider had crashed into the sea.

Flamborough RNLI lifeboat was on the scene at 3:08pm and commenced a search of the area.

Following an extensive search with nothing found, Flamborough RNLI was stood down 4:24pm.

The RNLI lifeboat with volunteer crew returned safely to the station at South Landing at 4:36pm. Crew and shore crew cleaned and re fuelled the lifeboat and launching tractor in preparation for the next shout.