Tragic last posts Felix Baumgartner made hours before death

Felix Baumgartner shared a number of articles on his Instagram just a few hours before his tragic death in a paragliding accident. Felix is the best known for his record -breaking parachute jump from the edge of space. It was announced today that he died at the age of 56.

The local police said he died in a paragliding incident after he had lost control of his motorized paraglider when he flies through Porto Sant'elpidio in the Italy Central Marche region. It was reported that he had fallen to the ground near the swimming pool of a hotel after suffering a “sudden medical problem” in the air. His death is said to have taken place yesterday (July 17).

The local mayor, Mayor Massimiliano Ciarpella, said in a explanation: “Our community is deeply from the tragic disappearance of Felix Baumgartner, a figure of global meaning, a symbol of courage and passion for extreme flight.”

Just a few hours before his death, Felix Baumgartner divided a number of Instagram contributions, tragically about the paraglide, which he wanted to continue.

He shared a picture and a video of himself that a girl named Emily, who was reported by him as a fan. “So proud of you, Emily,” was the caption. Then he divided a photo in front of the paraglide, on which it was found that there was “too much wind”. He added the song and wait.

In his main instagram feed, Felix shared another video in which he prepared the engine of his paragller. He wrote in the caption: “Man at work.” This was also published on the day of his death.

The comment area of his last post is now full of warm honors and people who express their shock and unbelief about what happened. “You are an inspiration. Quiet in peace,” said one. Another added: “Today is a sad day. Quiet in peace legend.”

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