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The tandem skydiving is often pursued by adventure junkies making their journey into the unknown. Basking in the exhilarating experience soaring above the skies, the skydiving instructor was capturing the video with his camera.  

The video was like any other ordinary skydiving feat until a twist of events occurred. Let us delve into this article to find out the unexpected incident that caused the video to go viral. 

A skydiving mishap captured on camera

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The Twitter video has received 16.5 million views and 71.5K likes. The skydiver and instructor duo soared high in the sky as they immersed themselves in enjoying the aerial view. Strongly holding a camera with a selfie stick, the instructor captured the video as they glided above a sea shore recording the majestic view of the sea touching a densely populated area. 

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Till this moment every bit of the video seemed normal without any rare sighting attached to it. However, events took a drastic turn while the instructor was filming the breathtaking descent. Within a second, the man seated in the front fell off from the parachute leaving the instructor and the viewers in a state of shock. 

The fact that while creating a lasting memory, exposes the precariousness associated with these adventurous sports. The captured video serves as an epitome of transitioning from seizing unforgettable moments to capturing the life-threatening fall. 

Speculation behind the fall during the skydiving feat

Even though the video has sent shockwaves, there prevails much ambiguity raising speculation about whether the fall was a playful stunt or an accident. An element of surprise is attached to the moment the man leaps while being seated in front of the instructor.

Harnessed to the parachute the diver otherwise was adhering to safety rules. In tandem skydiving the diver is harnessed with the instructor sharing the same parachute. However ever since the video has gone viral, viewers and experts have put forward their theories. 

The comments section is filled with sarcastic comments and meme reactions stating the disbelief that viewers have been caught with. Some of the comments include Well this recording probably blew the life insurance policy claim…” and  Nah am I deluded or did he deliberately jump off?”   

 

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Even though skepticism has been rising about the cause of the fall, the skydiving mishap takes center stage. The video also highlights how unexpected moments can impede adventure enthusiasts from creating lasting memories.  

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