Whether by parachute or glider, the first allied soldiers to reach land didn't have an easy arrival. https://ww2thebigone.com/2016/06/07/airborne-first-to-arrive-on-d-day/
I bet they knew it. Their job was to create chaos and conquer some important military objectives. Many died drowning with their heavy gear on them. Their part was very important although the losses were high.