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How Skydiving Works

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Skydiving is the ultimate thrill. Watch a skydiver jump and fall toward the ground going more than 120 mph in this video from HowStuffWorks.

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How Skydiving Works

How Skydiving Works (1:31)

Skydiving is the ultimate thrill. Watch a skydiver jump and fall toward the ground going more than 120 mph in this video from HowStuffWorks.

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