He was not in freefall as long as Kittenger but obviously jumped from higher, so I am assuming when we saw his parachute deploying it was an automatic safety feature to ensure he slowed down in time or something?
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He was not in freefall as long as Kittenger but obviously jumped from higher, so I am assuming when we saw his parachute deploying it was an automatic safety feature to ensure he slowed down in time or something?
bit of a worry when he started spinning
God I was really nervous for him once that door opened. I don't know how he didn't shit his pants when he stepped out onto that step. :-\
Sucks that he didn't get the longest free fall, but I'm glad that he broke other records.
That was outstanding, standing in the doorway his pucker factor was probally off the chart ;D
http://www.youtube.com/watch?gl=GB&h...&v=9MkB6NkQscI
amazing footage of Kittinger's record breaking jump!
Amazing and he had all these beautiful lines at the press conference, seemed so humble if a bit overly rehearsed.
One giant leap for man.... one small step for mankind ;D
hmmmm - he demonstrated gravity
Newton didn't get this much coverage in the 17th centrury......
Twat should have invented internet first then shouldnt he!Quote:
Originally Posted by Mark TKO