The Most Terrifying Freefall Experience Ever 😱

Published on December 20, 2025
Duration: 0:46

This video details a harrowing freefall jump from a Huey helicopter that resulted in a severe parachute malfunction. The speaker recounts the critical moments of the 'squid' entanglement and his emergency recovery by climbing the risers. He explains how the CYPRES AAD firing prematurely saved him from a fatal cutaway, highlighting the complex interplay of equipment and quick thinking in extreme situations.

Quick Summary

During a Huey helicopter freefall, the speaker experienced a 'squid' parachute malfunction. He recovered by climbing the risers and was saved from a fatal cutaway when his CYPRES AAD fired, deploying the reserve into the main canopy.

Chapters

  1. 00:00The Huey Jump Plan
  2. 00:11Parachute Malfunction: 'Squid' Canopy
  3. 00:24Emergency Recovery: Climbing Risers
  4. 00:36Post-Incident: CYPRES AAD Save

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a 'squid' parachute malfunction?

A 'squid' parachute malfunction, as described in the video, refers to a situation where the parachute lines become severely entangled during deployment, resembling a squid's tentacles. This prevents the canopy from properly inflating and becoming controllable.

How did the speaker recover from the parachute malfunction?

Facing a 'squid' malfunction, the speaker performed an emergency procedure by climbing the parachute risers. This allowed him to manipulate the canopy just enough to achieve two turns before nearing a mountain peak, narrowly avoiding a catastrophic impact.

What role did the CYPRES AAD play in the incident?

The CYPRES Automatic Activation Device (AAD) fired prematurely, deploying the reserve parachute into the main canopy. This action, while causing a bag lock, ultimately prevented a fatal outcome, as cutting away the main would have been disastrous.

Why was cutting away the main parachute dangerous in this situation?

Cutting away the main parachute would have been fatal because the CYPRES AAD had already deployed the reserve. Separating the main would have left the jumper with two canopies potentially entangled, leading to a severe uncontrolled descent.

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