Medical
A medical problem, such as a heart condition, caused or contributed to the death. Jumpers should not jump when unwell, and an automatic activation device can help if a jumper becomes incapacitated in freefall. SFL has recorded 4 fatalities in this category since 2022.
Newest first. Records are compiled from public sources and many are still being verified.
4 records
| Record | Date | Location | Experience | Context | Cause | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SFL-2025-026 | 07.07.2025 | Skydive Chicago, USA | 35 jumps, A licence | Sport / fun jump | Medical | Partially verified |
| SFL-2024-001 | 11.01.2024 | Skydive Spaceland Atlanta, USA | 1,026 jumps | Sport / fun jump | Medical | Partially verified |
| SFL-2023-005 | 18.02.2023 | Adventure Skydive Center, USA | 2 jumps, Student | Student | Medical | Partially verified |
| SFL-2022-048 | 15.10.2022 | Skydive Spaceland San Marcos, USA | 1,000 jumps | Sport / fun jump | Medical | Partially verified |