Events tagged with "balloon jump"

Historical Events tagged with "balloon jump"

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Joseph Kittinger's Historic Balloon Jump

August 16th, 1960 64 years ago

Joseph Kittinger ascended to 102,800 feet in a balloon and jumped, breaking records for high-altitude jumps and free falls. This remarkable feat took place over New Mexico and showcased both human courage and technological innovation. Kittinger reached a maximum speed of 614 miles per hour during his descent, demonstrating the extreme conditions faced by parachutists at such heights. His jump was part of Project Excelsior, aimed at developing high-altitude parachute techniques for future astronaut missions.