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The Journal
5 days ago
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- The Journal
Austrian space diver Baumgartner (56) dies while paragliding in Italy
FELIX BAUMGARTNER, THE Austrian daredevil who famously jumped from the edge of the Earth's atmosphere in a 2012 stunt, died today in Italy, the emergency services there announced. A senior official with the emergency services in the Marches region, northern Italy, confirmed his death to AFP. Police at Porto Sant'Elpidio, on Italy's Adriatic coast, had identified Baumgartner, he said. Advertisement Baumgartner pictured in 2018 Alamy Stock Photo Alamy Stock Photo While he was not able to say what had been the cause of death, a report in the Il Corriere della Sera daily said that Baumgartner had lost control of his paraglider after suffering a malaise. He landed in the swimming pool of a holiday residence at Porto Sant'Elpidio, slightly injuring a young woman. The accident happened at around 4pm, the paper reported. Baumgartner's dramatic 2012 jump from a capsule more than 39 kilometres above the Earth was the most spectacular of a string of record-breaking stunts.
The Irish Sun
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Felix Baumgartner dead at 56: Skydiver famous for space jump dies in paragliding tragedy after crashing into pool
FELIX BAUMGARTNER has died aged 56 after crashing into a pool in a paragliding tragedy. The Austrian skydiver became a household name when he jumped to Earth from a helium balloon in 2012. Advertisement 2 Felix Baumgartner has died aged 56 in a paragliding accident Credit: EPA 2 He famously set records for jumping 24 miles to Earth in 2012 Credit: Reuters He set world records for skydiving an estimated 24 miles and reaching an estimated top speed of Mach 1.25 (843.6mph), becoming the first person ever to break the sound barrier without vehicular power. But Baumgartner's latest adventure ended in tragedy as he plunged to his death while attempting another stunning feat. According to Baumgartner had been flying in a motored paraglider when he suffered a "sudden onset of illness." Advertisement READ MORE IN SPORT This caused him to lose control, with Baumgartner's glider crashing to the ground and into a hotel swimming pool. He was reportedly killed instantly in the tragic accident. Meanwhile, a hotel employee was also injured during Baumgartner's fall. They were said to be struck by the paraglider as it hit the ground. Advertisement Most read in Other Sports The employee was rushed to hospital and is said to have suffered neck injuries. Fans quickly paid tribute to Baumgartner on social media. One said: "RIP legend." Another declared: "Can't believe, am so sorry for his friends and family." Advertisement One noted: "We will all miss you Felix." Another added: "Shocked by the news, RIP." THIS IS A DEVELOPING STORY.. The Sun is your go to destination for the best football, boxing and MMA news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see video . Like us on Facebook at Advertisement
