A skydiver's chutes won't open, he falls 12,000 feet and survives with minor injuries, and the whole thing is captured on his helmet camera. (link) You have to click on the speaker to activate the sound.


Two Replies to More Free-Fallin'

Amy Austin | February 21, 2007
Scott, did you know that this link hasn't worked since you posted it?

Scott Hardie | February 21, 2007
No I did not. But it's fixed now. Thanks.


Logical Operator

The creator of Funeratic, Scott Hardie, blogs about running this site, losing weight, and other passions including his wife Kelly, his friends, movies, gaming, and Florida. Read more »

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