Originally testing his equipment at an elevation of 3,000 meters, strong winds unexpectedly lifted him, rendering him unable to control the glider as he soared above the clouds, reaching heights comparable to those near Mount Everest. In a video addressing the aftermath, Peng described the perilous situation, emphasizing the extreme lack of oxygen and freezing temperatures he encountered in the upper atmosphere.

The local sporting authority responded to his near-disastrous adventure by banning him from paragliding for six months, a decision likely aimed at ensuring safety in the sport.