First Parachute Jump
A daring leap into the skies in 1797
The first recorded parachute jump was made by André-Jacques Garnerin in Paris on 22 October 1797. He leapt from a hot air balloon using a silk parachute without a rigid frame, landing safely. This daring feat marked the beginning of parachuting as both a science and a sport.
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- First Release Sep 27, 2024
- Oct 19 → Oct 22 Annually
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