Equipment problem
Equipment was a primary factor: a defect, wear, incorrect assembly or a problem specific to a model of gear. Equipment safety notices and regular checks by a rigger matter. SFL has recorded 6 fatalities in this category since 2022.
Newest first. Records are compiled from public sources and many are still being verified.
6 records
| Record | Date | Location | Experience | Context | Cause | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SFL-2026-024 | 26.09.2026 | Italy | 800 jumps | – | Equipment problem | Unconfirmed |
| SFL-2026-021 | 02.08.2026 | Russia | 10 jumps | Sport / fun jump | Equipment problem | Unconfirmed |
| SFL-2025-051 | 16.11.2025 | Mile-Hi Skydiving Center, USA | 515 jumps, D licence | Sport / fun jump | Equipment problem | Partially verified |
| SFL-2025-002 | 25.01.2025 | Skydive Arizona, USA | 280 jumps | Sport / fun jump | Equipment problem | Partially verified |
| SFL-2024-003 | 31.01.2024 | Skydive Arizona, USA | 7,113 jumps | Sport / fun jump | Equipment problem | Partially verified |
| SFL-2023-036 | 07.10.2023 | Skydive Space Center, USA | 6,000 jumps | Sport / fun jump | Equipment problem | Partially verified |