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To: EveningStar

what was the previous sky diving record


3 posted on 10/02/2012 4:18:33 PM PDT by gunsequalfreedom (Conservative is not a label of convenience. It is a guide to your actions.)
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To: gunsequalfreedom
102,800 feet in 1960

Joe Kittinger

If you can find it, read his book, "The Long Lonely Leap"

6 posted on 10/02/2012 4:23:50 PM PDT by hattend (Firearms and ammunition...the only growing industries under the Obama regime.)
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To: gunsequalfreedom
The current record for world's highest skydive stands at 102,800 feet (31,333 m). It was set in 1960 by U.S. Air Force Captain Joe Kittinger, who serves as an adviser for Baumgartner's mission.

8 posted on 10/02/2012 4:28:34 PM PDT by EveningStar
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