One skydiver killed and one injured after midair collision in Washington state
Summary
Two skydivers collided during a group jump in Washington state, resulting in one death and one injury. Authorities are investigating the incident that happened at West Plains Skydiving during a scheduled jump.Key Facts
- The collision happened on Sunday evening during a group skydiving event in Adams County, Washington.
- One skydiver, Randy Hubbs from Kennewick, died after becoming incapacitated and losing control of his parachute.
- The other skydiver, Nicole Klein from Colville, was injured and taken to a medical facility.
- The incident occurred at West Plains Skydiving at about 1,000 feet above ground.
- Neither jumper was aware of the other’s position before their parachutes touched.
- Weather conditions did not contribute to the accident.
- Eleven people were part of the jump group.
- Hubbs had done over 800 jumps, and Klein had completed 900 jumps before this event.
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