Skydiver Felix Baumgartner dies in paragliding accident
Extreme athlete Felix Baumgartner, famous for being the first skydiver to break the sound barrier during a daring jump from the stratosphere over a decade ago, passed away in a tragic crash on the eastern coast of Italy. He was 56 years old. Italian officials reported that Baumgartner, nicknamed "Fearless Felix," crashed his paraglider into a swimming pool in Porto Sant Elpidio. The mayor of the city expressed deep sorrow at the loss of Baumgartner, praising him as a symbol of courage in extreme flight. In his historic 2012 jump, Baumgartner reached speeds faster than the speed of sound by jumping from over 24 miles above Earth. This record-setting feat was watched by millions around the world. Baumgartner, a former Austrian military parachutist, had a long career of adventurous and daring jumps, showcasing his fearless spirit and pursuit of new challenges.
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