Wingsuit Flying Trends and Facts

The video explores the history and development of wing suit flying, starting with Patrick Deardon's revolutionary design in 1994, which incorporated parachute technology for safer flight. Croatian designer Robert Pesnik further commercialized the suits, making them widely available. The video also delves into the exhilarating yet dangerous practice of proximity flying, highlighting its risks and the growth of the sport. Wing suit flying is portrayed as an extreme sport that offers a unique sensation of flight, contributing significantly to the skydiving industry.

Who was responsible for the revolutionary wingsuit design in 1994?

• Robert Pesnik

• Yo

• Patrick Deardon

• A Croatian designer

What technology did Patrick Deardon incorporate into his wingsuit design?

• Jet propulsion

• Rocket boosters

• Glider technology

• Parachute technology

Who played a key role in making wingsuits commercially available?

• Robert Pesnik

• Patrick Deardon

• Yo

• A French designer

What is the primary function of the wings in a wingsuit?

• To increase weight

• To act as a parachute

• To create an aerodynamic profile

• To provide propulsion

What is proximity flying?

• Flying close to other wingsuit flyers

• Jumping off a cliff and flying close to the terrain

• Flying in a wind tunnel

• Performing aerial tricks in the sky

How many wingsuit fatalities have occurred since 2002?

• 87

• 200

• 50

• 120

What has been the trend in the growth of wingsuit flying over the past 14-15 years?

• It has declined

• It has remained the same

• It has become less popular

• It has grown significantly

What sensation does wingsuit flying provide according to the transcript?

• A sense of calm

• A feeling of fear

• A feeling of weightlessness

• A sense of being a superhero

What is the estimated worth of the skydiving industry contributed by wingsuit flyers?

• $250 million

• $200 million

• $150 million

• $100 million

What drives the field of extreme sports according to the transcript?

• The quest for relaxation

• The desire to do the impossible

• The need for speed

• The pursuit of fame