South African Air Force parachutist falls to his death during rehearsal for air show
By APFriday, July 16, 2010
South African Air Force parachutist falls to death
DURBAN, South Africa — South African police say a member of the Air Force died after his parachute failed to open when he jumped from a small plane during rehearsals for an upcoming air show.
The 54-year-old was confirmed dead at the scene by paramedics late Friday morning.
Police spokesman Vincent Mdunga said the man was scheduled to take part in a weekend show at the Virginia airport north of Durban, in the country’s east.
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