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Jumpers Plan to Skydive Over Everest Summit

On October 2nd 34 skydivers are planning to skydive over the summit of Mt Everest. They plan on jumping from approximately 435 feet above, soaring past the summit, free falling for one minute, and landing at 12,350 feet 8-10 minutes later.

Jumpers will have to wear an oxygen mask to allow them to breathe in the thin air. Another obstacle the altitude presents is being overcome by using larger parachutes. These should work more efficiently at that height.

Some of the hazards presented are; not finding the drop zone, malfunctioning oxygen masks, and the extremely cold temperatures they will face.

Good luck!

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3 comments for “Jumpers Plan to Skydive Over Everest Summit”

  1. I only went up once myself but it was an adventure!
    Can't imagine the technical challenges that this might involve.
    Hope they take good cameras...
    DSD

    Posted by DSD | September 25, 2008, 7:47 am
  2. Me too DSD. I've jumped tandem, and it was an incredible rush. I can only imagine jumping over Everest... the cold... the fear... crazy!

    Posted by Wade | September 25, 2008, 9:50 am
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