Felix Baumgartner, known as "Fearless Felix," died in a paraglider crash in Porto Sant Elpidio, Italy at the age of 56. Italian officials reported he crashed into a swimming pool. Baumgartner was renowned for becoming the first human to break the sound barrier during a 24-mile jump from the stratosphere in 2012. He achieved a speed of 843.6 mph, wearing a pressurized suit, making history in extreme sports. The mayor of the city expressed the community's deep sorrow over his death, highlighting Baumgartner's global significance in extreme flight.
"Our community is deeply affected by the tragic disappearance of Felix Baumgartner, a figure of global prominence, a symbol of courage and passion for extreme flight."
"When I was standing there on top of the world, you become so humble, you do not think about breaking records anymore, you do not think about gaining scientific data. The only thing you want is to come back alive."
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