Table 1.
NACA score of powered paragliding accidents in this study
| Category | Description | Pilots | Per cent |
|---|---|---|---|
| NACA 0 | No injury or disease | 194 | 50.6 |
| NACA I | Slight injury or illness. No acute medical intervention necessary | 59 | 15.4 |
| NACA II | Slight to moderately severe injury or illness. Further diagnostic examination needed or outpatient medical investigation, but usually no emergency medical measures necessary | 48 | 12.5 |
| NACA III | Moderate to severe but not life-threatening disorder. Emergency medical measures usually on the site | 43 | 11.2 |
| NACA IV | Severe injury or illness where rapid development into a life-threatening condition cannot be excluded. Emergency medical care is required | 11 | 2.9 |
| NACA V | Acute vital (life-threatening) danger | 5 | 1.3 |
| NACA VI | Breathing and/or cycle stopped and/or resuscitation | ||
| NACA VII | Death | 23 | 6 |
NACA, National Advisory Committee of Aeronautics.