Man jumps 25,000ft without a parachute
Updated | By Poelano Malema
Skydiver Luke Aikins has become the first man to successfully jump without a parachute from 7.6km (25,000ft) up in the air. The whole stunt was broadcast live on television.
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Aikins (42) landed in a net at 120mph on his back in Simi Valley, California.
Also read: Skydiver captures terrifying moment his parachute malfunctions
"I'm almost levitating. It's incredible. To think what just happened... to be honest I just can't get it out of my mouth - all these guys... everybody. It is awesome," Sky News quoted Aikins. According to Metro, soon after landing, Aikins rushed to his wife and their four-year-old son Logan.
Below is the incredible feat...
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