8. Hang gliding
Odds of dying: 1 in 116,000 flights
UK Health and Safety Executive group estimates chances of dying for hang gliding at one in 116.000 flights. It is possible that the odds are much higher, at least in the US, where in the first half of 2015 there were 8 hang gliding fatalities, which is more than double compared to annual fatality rate in last decade. US Hang Gliding and Paragliding Association (USHPA) analyzed each of eight deaths and concluded that in most cases failure to comply with basic safety rules was contributing factor. According to the association, problems with conditions, equipment or intentional maneuvers while flying in proximity to the terrain were present in all hang gliding fatalities. The other problem was the loss of control of the wing due to encountering turbulence near the ground. Thus, one of the best ways to stay safe is to keep higher altitude from the ground and avoid flying aggressively.
