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Felix Baumgartner after freefall
Felix Baumgartner after jumping to Earth from an altitude of 39, 045 meters. During the jump he was in freefall for four minutes and twenty seconds

Eva Baumgartner watching her son Felix
Eva Baumgartner watching her son, Felix Baumgartner, jumping from his capsule at an altitude of 39, 045 meters. During the jump Felix was in freefall for four minutes and twenty seconds

Felix Baumgartner, Austrian skydiver
Felix Baumgartner (born 1969), Austrian skydiver, at a ceremony to lay a star for him on the Walk of Fame at the Vegas shopping centre in Moscow, Russia

Felix Baumgartner on a screen in the Red Bull Stratos missions Flight Control Centre during his record-breaking jump on 14th October 2012

Felix Baumgartner jumping from capsule
Felix Baumgartner jumping from his capsule. Screens in the Red Bull Stratos missions Flight Control Centre broadcasting Felix Baumgartners record-breaking jump on 14th October 2012

Felix Baumgartner ascending in balloon
Felix Baumgartner ascending in a capsule hung from a helium balloon on 14th October 2012. The capsule climbed to an altitude of 39, 045 meters, before Baumgartner jumped out

Felix Baumgartners balloon and capsule being put into place for launch on 14th October 2012. The capsule climbed to an altitude of 39, 045 meters, before Baumgartner jumped out

Felix Baumgartner landing after freefall
Felix Baumgartner landing his parachute after jumping to Earth from an altitude of 39, 045 meters. During the jump he was in freefall for four minutes and twenty seconds

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Eva Baumgartner watches with pride as her son Felix prepares for his historic leap from the edge of space. As an Austrian skydiver, Felix has always pushed the boundaries of human potential, but this moment would be unlike anything he had ever experienced before. With nerves of steel and a determination that knows no limits, Felix jumps from the capsule into the vast unknown. The world holds its breath as Felix plummets towards Earth at unimaginable speeds. The Red Bull Stratos mission was not just about breaking records; it was about pushing the boundaries of what we thought was possible. And in those heart-stopping moments, Felix becomes a symbol of human courage and resilience. After enduring intense G-forces and battling against gravity itself, Felix finally opens his parachute and begins to descend gracefully back to Earth. The relief is palpable as he lands safely on solid ground once again. Felix Baumgartner's incredible feat will forever be etched in history books - a testament to mankind's insatiable thirst for exploration and discovery. His jump from the capsule marked a new era in extreme sports and scientific advancement. As we reflect on this awe-inspiring achievement, let us remember that sometimes all it takes is one person with an unwavering belief in themselves to inspire millions around the globe. Thank you, Felix Baumgartner, for reminding us that there are no limits when it comes to reaching for our dreams.