How did man fall faster than maximum velocity?

Answer 1

You cannot fall faster than maximum velocity. However, maximum velocity is reached when drag force has increased to the point that gravity can no longer accelerate the body. If drag can be reduced, maximum velocity is increased. If the body is falling where there is very little drag, such as very high above Earth, the body will continue to accelerate until the atmosphere that has been reached is more dense and the drag has increased, thereby reducing maximum velocity. This was demonstrated by Felix Baumgartner in the free fall 24 miles above Earths surface, when he reached a speed of 833 miles per hour prior to entering the dense atmosphere.

Answer 2

A man falling faster than terminal velocity would require overcoming air resistance. This can happen if the force propelling the fall (such as gravity or wind) is greater than the force resisting it, causing the object to accelerate beyond its terminal velocity. It could also occur in unique circumstances such as a very high altitude or with the aid of additional forces like propulsion.