Skydiver's Emergency Hook Knife Save After Plane Entanglement
Update: 2025-12-12
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A skydivers reserve parachute accidentally deployed, entangling him on a Cessna Caravans tail at 4500 meters. He cut himself free, landing safely with injuries. The pilot fought to control the damaged plane, issuing a Mayday call before landing safely. The ATSB found no weight and balance issues contributed to the accident, highlighting the lifesaving role of the parachutists hook knife. The skydive club now mandates hook knives and prepares educational materials to prevent future incidents.
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