Skydiver to Break Sound Barrier During 120,000-foot Jump

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Terminal velocity is greater at 120,000 ft because there is less air.

LF of NY 1:24PM February 08, 2012

He will only reach terminal velocity as long as he's falling in our atmosphere? Is he planning on wearing rockets to get going over 600 miles per hour?

DJ 9:57AM February 07, 2012

I think he can do this because of technology improvement.the difference of tech between now and 50 years ago!!!

fazlollah 2:44PM February 06, 2012

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