Tragic fall: 52-year-old skydiver killed in solo jump
A 52-year-old skydiver fell to her death after a "faulty" parachute failed to open during a solo jump.
Rosana Mabel Back, 52, performed a jump from her regular local centre south of Buenos Aires, in Argentina, when the incident occurred. The therapist and professional writer was using different equipment than what she was typically accustomed to.
Tragically, Rosana’s parachute reportedly failed to open after she jumped from a plane and fell to her death in Miramar, about 200 miles south of Buenos Aires, on Sunday. Her club sent their condolences following the tragedy.
"Aero Club Miramar deeply regrets the tragic accident that occurred near the aerodrome, in which a skydiver lost her life," the statement read. "We are providing support to her family, loved ones, and colleagues in this difficult time."
The club added: "It is important to note that the Miramar Aero Club has no connection with the skydiving activity that takes place within the provincial premises of the Miramar airport. We reiterate our sorrow for what has happened and accompany the aeronautical and sports community at this time of sorrow."
The Argentine Writer’s Society went on to praise Rosana in a tribute, reported The Sun. "We regret to announce the death of our member Rosana Mabel Back in an accident that occurred yesterday in the city of Miramar," a spokesperson said.
"It was a tragic incident that took our dear colleague. We hold onto memories of her friendship and that warm laugh that best characterized her. We send our condolences to her family."
An autopsy has been ordered, and experts are expected to review the equipment she used amid concerns of potential faults. An investigation into her death is ongoing.
The incident comes after eight skydivers jumped from a plane just seconds before it crashed, killing the pilot. Paul Smith, 54, died after the skydiving plane he was piloting crashed in New South Wales, Australia.
The eight skydivers safely exited the plane at about 14,000 feet just two minutes before it crashed in the coastal town of Moruya, NSW Police Inspector Justin Marks told reporters.
“The aircraft has come to rest in thick bushland adjacent to George Bass Drive, while the wing has come to rest on George Bass Drive itself,” he said.
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