World Freefall Record

The 108 skydivers during the record attempt Photo: BARCROFT MEDIA – World Freefall Record – A team of 108 US skydivers has set a world record for the biggest ever formation of people in headfirst freefall.

More than 100 jumpers simultaneously plummeted together in formation travelling at speeds of 180mph. Team members jumped from five different planes and raced to join the first jumpers who had started the centre of the formation below them.

World air sports officials Federation Aeronautique International judged the attempt and confirmed it as a record when the jumpers returned to their base.

Venezuelan Luis, one of the record-breaking team who lives in Florida, said: “Planning was everything. You can’t hear anything up there so once you are in the air you can’t communicate. “It all came down to knowing where your spot was and getting there after fighting through dozens of bodies floating around you at 180mph. We all partied pretty hard on Friday night. It’s an amazing feeling.”

The stunning aerial photos were captured by expert photographer Norman Kent.