Emergency services are at the scene of a paraglider crash on Christchurch’s Port Hills.

A police spokeswoman said police were made aware of the crash at 3:15pm.

Chris Lynch Media has been told by local residents the crash scene is near the Christchurch Gondola.

A St John ambulance is at the scene along with a Westpac rescue helicopter.

The paraglider crashed in an area with steep terrain.

A St John spokeswoman said they responded with one ambulance, one manager, and  one rapid response unit.

“Crews assessed and treated one patient who was airlifted to Christchurch hospital in a serious condition.”