Emergency crews rushed to Torrey Pines Saturday after receiving reports of a paraglider down.
The incident happened around 3:30 p.m. near the Torrey Pines Gliderport. A rescue helicopter was dispatched to the scene to assist.
According to officials, the paraglider sustained some injuries, but was conscious and breathing when help arrived.
The victim was hoisted from the area and airlifted to Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla. His currently condition is unknown.
Further details about what may have caused the accident were not immediately available.