More incredible:
Somebody did it from even higher more than 50 years ago.
(I think this guy intends to eventually attempt to break that record.)
Capt. Joe Kittinger in the 50’s. He’s still alive and helping Felix with his jump.
Colonel Joseph William Kittinger II (born July 27, 1928) (Age 83) is a former command pilot and career military officer in the United States Air Force. He is most famous for his participation in Project Manhigh and Project Excelsior, holding the records for having the highest, fastest and longest skydive, from a height greater than 31 kilometers (19 miles). Awarded: Silver Star (2) Legion of Merit (2) Distinguished Flying Cross (6) Bronze Star (3) Purple Heart (2) Meritorious Service Medal, Air Medal (24) Prisoner of War Medal.
This was his test jump. He intends to go for the record next month or so. Can you imagine—a test jump?