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Aviation at the edge
Harness

The GKN Mission Everest team will be using a specially made harness that is extra large enabling skydiving rigs and reserve canopies to be worn within it. It also features special quick release Velcro leg straps, allowing the pilots to jump free easily in the event of an emergency.

The Harness
Did you know?
First Ascent by an American:
1 May 1963, James Whittaker, via the South-Col
Fastest descent:
In 1988, Jean-Marc Boivin of France descended from the top in just 11 minutes, paragliding.
The Paraglider soaring
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