Samuel Lalbiakhlua, 11 years old from the Saitual hamlet of Mizoram, has etched his name in the pages of Indian aviation history by becoming one of the country’s youngest paragliding pilots.
Samuel’s journey to the skies took flight at the world-renowned paragliding institute of Bir Billing in Himachal Pradesh on March 16. Despite commencing his training just a week prior, the young pilot exhibited exceptional skill and determination, soaring high above Bir Billing’s picturesque landscape.
His successful solo flight catapulted him into an elite league of young aviators who have graced the skies of Bir Billing. Undeterred by his age, Samuel has set his sights on achieving the P2 level, a significant milestone in the field of paragliding.
Samuel’s passion for paragliding ignited at the tender age of 6, marking the beginning of an extraordinary journey fuelled by courage and ambition. Over the years, he honed his skills, culminating in this remarkable achievement at the age of 11.
His feat not only celebrates his individual triumph but also displays the boundless potential of youth in pushing the boundaries of human achievement. Samuel Lalbiakhlua’s ascent as Bharat’s youngest paragliding pilot serves as an inspiration to aspiring aviators across the nation, embodying the spirit of perseverance and courage in pursuit of dreams.
