Jochen Schweizer
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Jochen Schweizer is a German stuntman. He has set world records for bungee jumping
and falling stunts.
On September 19, 1997 Schweizer set a new world record for the longest bungee jump by jumping from 2500m with a 285m long rope.
Bungee jumping
Bungee jumping is an activity that involves jumping from a tall structure while connected to a large elastic cord. The tall structure is usually a fixed object, such as a building, bridge or crane; but it is also possible to jump from a movable object, such as a hot-air-balloon or helicopter, that...
and falling stunts.
On September 19, 1997 Schweizer set a new world record for the longest bungee jump by jumping from 2500m with a 285m long rope.