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No 132 : October 16, 1971

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Parachuting: Free-Fall and Ripcord

Parachutists floating down over Nelson are a fairly common sight. Not content with just sitting and looking up at them, Gary Beal grabbed a camera and recorded a few jumps.

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One last close look at Keith Cranness as he falls earthward from 3000ft

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Floating gently down is Paddy McMahon

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And here's a shot of Keith from the ground

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Arms outstretched, Paddy hurtles towards the ground from about 3000ft

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A fast check of gear before the parachutists board their aeroplanes

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Paddy pokes a tongue at the camera. Keith appears to be deep in thought

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