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102,800 ft
102,800 feet
Not technically correct. Although that is currently the highest altitude that a parachutist has jumped from (Joe Kittinger in 1960), his parachute was deployed automatically at a much lower level.
I would say that the highest altitude that a parachute has been deployed would be closer to 35,000ft by special forces on 'HAHO' operations (High Altitude High Opening). This would require the jumper to have oxygen, but not a pressurised suit. At 50,000 ft you would need to have further protection, else your blood would literally boil in your body, which would not be very pleasant.
This type of parachuting is used for long range insertion without leaving a discernible radar signature. It is quite possible to travel in excess of 40 miles, depending on the wind direction and speed. The 'Red Devils' (the British Army Parachute display/competition team) once jumped from 22,000 over Dover and managed to get to France without any difficulty. Although they all landed near Calais, one jumper remarked after the feat that "they could have gone all the way to Paris", although I think a slight amount of hyperbole is involved there.
High altitude covert tandem insertion is currently being experimented with by different military forces. It is an ideal way of getting an expert (such as a bomb disposal officer) onto a ship, even if they have never jumped before. It could also be used for more mundane purposes such as landing a surgeon on a ship with all the necessary equipment to carry out an operation.
What else can I help you with?
What was the highest altitude of parachuting that has been used?
usually drop zones highest drop height is 14000ft but some go up to 16500ft like one in New Zealand named Skydive Abel Tasman
What is parachute?
A parachute is a device used to slow the descent of a person or object from a high altitude by creating drag against the air. It typically consists of a large fabric canopy that is attached to a harness worn by the user. Parachutes are commonly used in activities like skydiving, military operations, and emergency situations.
What term is used to find the difference in elevation between the highest and lowest points in an area?
altitude differential
What is the parachute valve cord for in a hot air balloon?
The parachute valve cord in a hot air balloon is used to control the opening and closing of the parachute valve at the top of the envelope. This valve helps release hot air to control the altitude of the balloon by allowing the air to escape. The cord is pulled to open the valve, releasing hot air, and released to close it.
What was the material of the first parachute made?
The first parachute was made from silk. André-Jacques Garnerin, who invented the parachute in 1797, used a silk parachute to make successful jumps.
What activities is a parachute used for?
skydiving.
What are the advantages of the parachute used in water rockets?
If you have a parachute, then it allows your water rocket to land safely.
Is parachute a verb?
While it is more commonly used as a noun, it can also be used as a verb. For instance: "I like to parachute through the air."
The poem Parachute by Lenrie Peters?
the poem Parachute by Lenrie Peters is an extended metaphor used by Peters to describe Trust.
Can you give me a sentence using the word parachute?
Because i used my parachute, i didn't die when i fell out of the plane
What is the T in T-10 parachute?
The "T" in T-10 parachute stands for "Troop." The T-10 parachute is a military parachute primarily used by the U.S. Army and Air Force for personnel drops. It is designed for stability and reliability during descent, making it suitable for airborne operations. The T-10 has been in service since the 1950s and is a key component for troop transport and deployment.
How is a parachute different from a hot air balloon?
Its a fairly large difference. A hot air balloon is meant for multiple people and it propels itself and maintains a high altitude by burning gas, making it float. A parachute is just meant for slowing someone's speed while falling
