A 24-year-old military personnel died in a speed-riding accident on Tuesday, September 29, in Collonges-sous-Salève in Haute-Savoie, France. Speed-riding is a high-speed sport that combines elements of paragliding and skiing, often performed from mountain slopes. According to local media, including Le Dauphiné Libéré, a large search operation involving both aerial and ground teams was launched in the morning after the accident. The body was found later that day on the slopes of the Salève mountain. The individual was a member of the 27th BCA, the alpine hunters battalion based in Annecy, and was participating in the activity during his personal time, not as part of his military duties. According to reports from Le Dauphiné Libéré, the military personnel had taken off from the Crets area, which is located at an altitude of 1,264 meters at the top of the Salève, near Collonges. He crashed into a steep area below the takeoff point. Earlier that morning, firefighters in Haute-Savoie had issued a warning following a previous free flight accident. To ensure safety and not hinder search efforts, all paragliding flights in the area were temporarily suspended. In total, 25 people were involved in the search operation, which used two drones and an army helicopter, as reported by Ici Haute-Savoie. The victim was recovered by helicopter, but the exact cause of the accident remains unclear. The Salève is a well-known spot for paragliding, especially in the Geneva area, due to its accessibility and the presence of three takeoff areas and three landing sites. The region is a popular destination for both professional and recreational paragliders, attracting enthusiasts from across Europe. This incident has raised questions about the safety measures in place for such activities in the area.