A1_7_Can a skydiver without a parachute be saved?

Jennifer Gosling, Gemma Keen, Laura Evans, Tamsyn Evans

Abstract


This report investigates the speed of freefall of skydivers to determine whether or not it is possible to save someone who falls from a plane without a parachute.  We conclude that it is possible, but that the rescuer must jump from the plane within 26.8 seconds of the person who fell.


Full Text:

PDF

Refbacks

  • There are currently no refbacks.
We use both functional and performance cookies to improve visitor experience. Continue browsing if you are happy to accept cookies. Please see our Privacy Policy for more information.
OK