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flag A British man survived an 11,000-foot fall in Nevada when both parachutes failed during a tandem skydive on September 17, 2025.

flag A 24-year-old British man, Mitchell Deakin, survived an 11,000-foot free fall in Nevada on September 17, 2025, after both his main and reserve parachutes failed during a tandem skydive. flag He was jumping with instructor Jiron Arcos Ponce, 54, when they plummeted at 45 mph, resulting in critical injuries for both. flag Deakin suffered a fractured pelvis, broken ribs, a punctured lung, and kidney damage, requiring surgery and ongoing recovery. flag He has made progress but remains unable to bear weight on his right leg. flag The FAA is investigating the malfunction. flag A crowdfunding campaign has raised £16,000 to cover medical and travel costs. flag Deakin celebrated his 25th birthday in the hospital and plans to donate any leftover funds to charity. flag The instructor remains in critical condition.

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