Tributes paid to mother-of-four among two skydivers who died in 'tragic accident'
A mother-of-four was among two skydivers who died following a "tragic accident" at an airfield in Devon.
Belinda Taylor was pronounced dead at the scene following Friday afternoon's incident in the area of Dunkeswell Aerodrome near Honiton.
On Facebook, her partner Scott Armstrong wrote: "I miss you so much, you were my best friend.
"Thank you for everything you've done for me, from making my children feel at home to putting up with my mess.
"… there's just so much that I don't have the words to express it.
"I feel so lost. I don't know where home is without you."
Ms Taylor's eldest son, Connor Bowles, paid tribute to a "selfless woman" who was also a grandmother to two young children.
Thanking investigators for their work so far, he told DevonLive: "She will be deeply missed and will leave an everlasting impression on all those she has met in life."
The identity of the second skydiver who died is yet to be made public, but their family has been informed.
British Skydiving has confirmed it will be investigating the incident - with a report sent to the coroner, the Civil Aviation Authority and the police.
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In a statement, SkydiveBuzz, which operates at the airfield, said its "deepest condolences go out to the families, friends and everyone affected by this devastating event".
A spokesperson added: "Safety is, and always has been, our top priority. We are fully cooperating with the investigation and continue to uphold the highest possible standards in everything we do.
"No further details will be provided at this time. We respectfully ask for privacy for all those affected, including our team, during this incredibly difficult time."
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