Himalayan Odyssey

For decades, mountaineers have tested their wits and strength against the tallest Himalayan peaks. This spring, three friends will ditch the crampons and ice axes to relieve their summit fever in a new way: flying under the aid of thermal-powered paragliding wings.

You can track Himalayan Odyssey 2010 pilots through their SPOT Satellite Messenger devices. Click on the pilots to see their current position.