Austrian Daredevil Felix Baumgartner Dies Italy Paragliding Crash

Felix Baumgartner, the Austrian daredevil famed for his 2012 record-breaking skydive from the edge of space, died in a paragliding accident in Italy. Known as 'Fearless Felix,' Baumgartner became the first human to break the sound barrier during freefall, reaching speeds over 840 mph while jumping from more than 24 miles above Earth. He crashed his motorized paraglider near a hotel swimming pool in Porto Sant'Elpidio, with initial reports suggesting a sudden medical issue, possibly cardiac arrest, may have caused the accident. Baumgartner was a meticulous and professional extreme athlete admired worldwide for his courage and passion for aviation, inspiring many with his feats including BASE jumps and winged flights. Red Bull, his longtime sponsor, expressed shock and sadness at the loss of their friend known for pushing limits and inspiring others. The local community and fans around the globe mourned the death of a man who was not only a record-setter but also a devoted family man and a symbol of human daring.