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Unbelievable RecordsMay 15, 2026

The Edge of Space

The Edge of Space Joseph Kittinger rode a balloon to 102,800 feet. His right glove failed and his hand swelled painfully. He jumped anyway. He fell for 4 minutes 36 seconds. His body reached 614 mph. The record stood for 52 years.

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