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Two Die in Devon Tandem Skydive as Inquiry Continues

Skydive Buzz has halted all jumps pending the outcome of an investigation into the failed 15,000-foot descent

Overview

  • The British Skydiving Board of Inquiry and Devon and Cornwall Police are examining the June 13 accident at Dunkeswell Airfield to determine its cause
  • Belinda Taylor, 48, and instructor Adam Harrison, 30, fell from 15,000 feet after their parachute failed to deploy properly during a Skydive Buzz tandem jump
  • Skydive Buzz has suspended all upcoming skydiving events until investigators complete their report
  • Families and members of the skydiving community have paid tribute to Taylor, a mother of four, and Harrison, an experienced tandem instructor
  • Taylor’s partner has publicly demanded answers as authorities work to establish whether equipment malfunction or other factors led to the tragedy