Each year about 30 people die in skydiving accidents. However, about 40,000 people die in traffic accidents each year. More information about skydiving safety can be found at http://adventure.howstuffworks.com/skydiving8.htm
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No- if it did, people would not skydive. Skydiving is enjoyed by many people, can be a lot of fun, and usually ends in a safe landing.
About 30 people die each year from sky diving
The true answer is many people "plays skydiving". One of the great aspects of the sport is that people of all social classes and backgrounds participate. The only people who do not "play skydiving" are those who are younger than 16 (in the UK) or those who have a medical condition.
Statistically speaking, it is more likely to die in an automobile accident than it is to die in a skydiving accident.
The United States Parachute Association reports about 30 fatalities a year, out of an estimated 3 million jumps. Figures from other countries are less reliable due to the lower numbers involved.
There were 16 skydiving related deaths in 2009. That number has been decreasing for years even though participation in the sport is higher than ever.
Tandem skydiving people is the term giving when two people skydive strapped together. When people skydive for their first time they must tandem skydive with a professional.
According to dropzone.com, the US saw 34 skydiving fatalities in 2008. DZ.com lists an additional 30 fatalities from the rest of the world.
many people like the thrill and adrenaline rush of skydiving
Approximately 0.5% of the population worldwide has experienced skydiving. Skydiving is considered to be a relatively niche activity, with many people choosing not to engage in such an extreme sport.