What Happened to Jeff?
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- Tribute to Jeff - • A Tribute To Jeff...
Timestamps
0:00 Introduction
1:22 The Facts
3:22 The Theory
4:53 The Investigation
6:50 Contributing Factors
9:04 The Lessons
11:08 Concluding Thoughts - Zábava
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As my flight instruction told me with respect to weather: *It's better to be down here wishing you were up here than to be up there wishing you were down here.*
Weather kills.
I always wanna go up there, but the life just drags me down.
Man.
This is the case for all flying sports. I both flight small planes and skydive, and can confirm the saying is very common on both cases.
Same for sailing.
Same is said in skydving
Nobody could have done a finer job discussing Jeff's accident than you have. Your deep, abiding respect for Jeff is the mark of a true friend and gentleman.
Your in depth and respectful breakdown and analysis of possible issues that may have contributed to this disaster (can't think of a better word to describe), is educational and a reminder to those of us who fly.
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@@theaffiliate4208 I was trying to find the words and here they are. Thank y’all!
Turns out risky activities have bad outcomes for highly capable and "safe" people too. If living is a priority, I suggest finding another hobby. As an adult these choices are up to you, but don't be surprised when you turn a usually innocuous corner and the anomalous dead end is suddenly staring back at you.
@@kenhiett5266 Exactly why the FAA needs to get involved in this dangerous and unsafe hobby.
As an Ex-Paraglider / Paramotor, flex and 3 Axis Microlight pilot I was amazed by your video. It should be compulsory viewing for all newly qualified paramotor pilots to let them know how much they still DON’T know about the sport. I Paid for and received some of the best training available in the UK but I wasn’t aware of half the issues you highlight so well in this accident analysis. It actually makes me wonder how I survived the years that I was flying.
That cus most training's shit in the UK, they just want your money
Hey great comment
So sorry for the loss of this man. Just want to say that my daughter is a paramedic in Alaska, a flight medic and she has had to climb trees to literally peel bodies off limbs. Please keep the danger in mind and know it really is a gamble even if an educated one. Her job is also filled with danger and she often is called out in weather nobody belongs in way up there. Condolences and best to everyone as they make their way in this life.
Very sorry to hear of the loss of your friend! Unfortunately in aviation its sometimes just a matter of time, especially depending on the type of aviation sport your flying in. We lost people in the 1990's and while im sure the technology has improved in Paragliding, the risks remain.
I'm sure a B-line stall wouldn't be a factor here! Unless his wing did collide with something dead center of the front of his glider but not likely. Mine was self induced tho not intentionally during B line stall training I had while flying near Rock Island Washington back in 93.
It has been many years since ive flown paragliders now, and i stopped about the time paramotors and trikes became more common. But i did enter a parachutal stall once (and it was not totally unexpected) as Id been warned by instructors before my 1st time attempting one that if you enter a B line stall to lose altitude, then upon exiting the stall you exit too gently, the canopy could (and mine did) remain in parachutal stall. But i started at 3000 feet agl and i did two stalls that i held for a good 5 or 6 seconds the 1st time, at least according to those on radio watching me from below. I used my speed bar to slowly accelerate out of it as i was more concerened with coming out of the B line stall too aggressively which could cause my canopy to shoot forward with the possibility that if not corrected/canopy not braked to keep it above rather than in front or below me. Was cool hearing Chris Santecrose is still in the business! I've had my glider inspected by him years ago, 1993 or 94 I believe. Flew a time or 2 at events he had attended in Oregon for back in the day.
Blue Skies and safe flights! Don't stretch the limits!
Wow. Amazing what your daughter does🙏.
Tragic. I’m sure his new wings won’t fail him, God Bless Tuck, R.I.P Jeff.
beautiful
@Eric Styer your comment actually made me shed a tear. It’s very poignant. Nicely done.
Amen
Great poetic sincere response..glad those exist these days...fly on Jeff
This is simple and powerful.
I’m not part of your flying community but this came recommended to me today. I’m so sorry for the loss of your friend. Your respect for him shows thru immensely in this video. Good bless love who knew him.
Same here, in every particular. I'm so sorry.
same :( im sorry
Same
God already "blessed" his loved ones with getting their son lost. Either that or he didn't do anything at all
Your message was delivered respectfully and from a place of care. There were teachable examples from this tragedy and you pointed them out. Such a honorable way to show respect to your friend. Jeff 🙏💛🤍
I am so sadden to hear about Jeff. I always enjoyed his take offs and landings. I could always pick out
Jeff in the crowd of paramotor pilots because of his socks always gave him away! 🧦🧦 Such a great friend you shared with us on your channel. I pray you are doing ok with your loss Tucker. Keep your chin up & know you are in many of our prayers as well as Jeff’s family 😢💕🕊
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I used to be a skydiver and made at least 6 jumps or more every week. My friend who was in my first jump class with me was one of the few I trusted to jump safely with. We would always try to one up each other with the amount of jumps we did. He was killed one morning before I even got to the DZ. Freak accident where when landing he and another fellow skydiver wings hit together and it was too low for the wing to recover or reserve deployment. I never made another skydive after that. I live with regret every day that I quit a sport that was truly my passion. I’m glad that none of you are doing that and are instead flying to honor Jeff. If anyone was to quit over this, trust me you’ll be like me living with regret for the rest of your life. It’s been over 20 years since I made my last jump. Because of this video I’m getting back into the sport. Thank you for always being a stand up no nonsense type of guy. Sorry for your loss buddy. RIP Jeff.
Yes, don't let the Fear keep you from living your passion. The friend you lost sure would not want that. Just go back up, trust your instincts, and regain your life. Be living, not dying.
Me too! I used to skydive and base jump. I lived at the DZ for a while in my younger years. It was the most fun I ever had. We lost two people. I left the sport many years ago but it was for medical reasons. I hate that you regret leaving. You know, at least you got out there and did it, even if for a while. Some people never follow a passion and you have that to hold on to. Do not be afraid to follow your heart. Life is short, we will leave it one day and the question is whether we want to leave it with regrets or leave it with courage that we did what we set out to do. God Bless you!
I think you are smart for stopping, at least you're alive, just my random take on it....
@@bassplayer1966 High risk high return. Low risk low return. The basics of investing apply to your life too. Those who take more risks in life can get such high returns, whether that's money, passion, fulfilment, friendships, love. I'm only 25, I've taken few risks and honestly my life feels empty. Sure there are a few really good parts but there are a lot of bad or bland parts. I think I need to start taking more risks in life like so I get more enjoyment out of it!
@@SilverHawk214 just be extra careful...I'm 56 and love my life....activities that can easily kill you are just not worth the risk to me...like being 1000's of feet in the air with no real protection.
So sad - deepest sympathies to you Tucker and Jeff's family and friends.
I am very sorry to read of your friend's accident and passing.
You have shown deep respect and compassion for Jeff by creating this video.
I’m new here and just subscribed. Your knowledge is quite obviously second to none.
You’ve done a great service to your friend Jeff in explaining the potential causes to ensure his accident wasn’t in vain, and to hopefully help to prevent other similar incidents.
One of my best friends Kurt Ruppert Jr went missing on a wingsuit jump in Mt Si, Washington in Jan 2013.
350 rescue personnel attempted to locate him over the course of 72 hours then had to call off due to a winter storm that was moving into the area.
He was never recovered. We all like to believe he pulled a DB Cooper on us and is just living the mountain man life on the Canadian border.
He was wearing his go-pro on his helmet and I always wanted it to be recovered so we could learn from his loss. He loved what he did and had over 1500 solo jumps whole living in FL but this was his first time in the mountain region of the northwestern US.
I speculate he traveled too close to the mountain and a wind sheer snapped him out of his trajectory to where he couldn't recover.
Considering the amount of people that searched for him
, including the use of Thermal, not even his primary was found.
Peace Kurt Ruppert
Touching maybe his go pro will show up one day
I live on the North Fork near Mt Si and I remember that happening. We get all sorts of weird wind because of Mt Si. I know nothing about the sport but I have seen it rain and snow the wrong direction near the mountain on the side I am on... so anything is possible.
So very sorry for your loss 😪
Damn I hope he’s found someday. I’d go crazy if i lost my best friend like that without any real closure.
Hope he is found one day 🙏 💕 Or perhaps he did pull a DB Cooper, but if he didn't, I hope he is resting in peace.
I think Jeff might have worn a GoPro but maybe it dropped somewhere.
My best friend passed away in 09 due to a motorcycle accident. I was on scene 10 min after it happened. I spent at least a month going over dozens of pictures and returning to the scene because I needed to know what happened. Then one night I had the most vivid dream I ever had in my life and saw exactly what happened. I know what you've gone through and I respect that immensely
Thank you for sharing, may your best friend rest in peace
Sorry for your loss brother, may you and him find peace.
Reading your comment broke my heart hope you find the peace that you need and that your friend rest easy. So sorry for your loss💔
That was an emotional video. He knew the danger but thrived on the tranquility. Too bad he didn't recognize the stall until he was too low for the chute. Maybe he recognized the stall early but thought he could save it so he spent too much time with the A/B's. I am not a flyer, so all i know about A/B's i learned from this video. Bottom line is he tried his best and Mother Nature was a little bit stronger on that fatefull day. I agree with you that he would want his friends to keep flying. He would be touched to know that your analysis of his crash allows the entire powergliding community to enjoy your sport in a safer manner: Do not fly in the rain. Do not fly overloaded. Get your gear inspected once a year. Be cognizant of keeping your air speed up...
Your dream was most likely a spiritual revelation. I've experienced them three times. Once, my mother, then father. With my dog Rose, I have video proof. She died March 15th this year. From the 3rd day after her death, she has visited me in my bed every night since.
I admittedly know nothing about this type of flying/recreational flight for lack of a better description but im very sorry for your loss of your good friend!! , you really did his passing and your friendship justice!! Again sorry for your loss! #ripjeff Rest well Jeff !
rick u dont need to make a hashtag especially nobody else using that hashtag for this lol
@@housemana #ripjeff
That was one of the most sincere, heartfelt tributes I have heard from one friend to another.
Tucker I’m so sorry for your loss man.. very sad.. thanks for letting us know what happened…jeff was a great pilot
a great pilot would never have flown in for or mist. His reserve didn't deploy because being in the fog by the time he cam out of it it was too late for it to deploy. Jeff died because he was stupid
@@angelinaarchives I'd recommend deleting your comment.
@@angelinaarchives The arrogance you hold is really unfortunate. Even the most talented/experienced experts in their fields make mistakes. We are all human. "Great Pilots" or people who are great at anything make mistakes, if you had even an ounce of wisdom... you would know that.
@@Broganshire bs great pilot don't fly into fog banks. That fog caused his wing to fail and being IN THE FOG he had no idea how high he was or even where he was, by the time he thought to throw his reserve it was too late. Jeff died because jeff didn't know his gear and was dumb enough to fly into heavy fog genius.
@@trumpatier why because the truth hurts? go play some minecraft and leave the adult talk to the adults.
Tucker, I’m very sorry for your loss. However, having followed some of your shared adventures, I hope you’re quite proud of the fact that you’d taken Jeff ‘under your wing’. You literally added dramatically to his enjoyment of the sport you both love so much. Life isn’t perfect all the time. It saddens us all that Jeff was lost. Thank you for being there for him!
Jeff is still flying with you. He lives in the same place you always loved him. In your heart.
Ive never seen these type of flying things. They look like great fun. Ive flown in my brother's navion so i know that amazing feeling. I can only imagine how what you do must be just like flying like a bird.
As a pilot for many years, anytime I hear that fog and/or low ceilings were present I immediately think “sucker hole”. Such weather oftentimes looks “safe” from the ground and fools pilots into taking off. However, once in the air inexperienced pilots quickly find themselves in zero visibility. I wouldn’t be surprised if he inadvertently entered a situation where all visual queues were lost, quickly got disoriented, stalled low to the ground and was unable to recover before impact
Welp theory not facts
You are absolutely correct. ATP here, it was low IFR and he launched a trike. That does not go along with "safe." They can argue it wasn't IMC that caused it, but if he didn't climb above the clouds, he had far less altitude to recover. Still get confused when I keep hearing him say it was safe to fly a trike in IMC.
@@flat_stickproductions209 IMC what does that stand for
@@thomasbarlow4223 basically it means you're flying inside clouds. the "I" is for instrument because you can't see
@@thomasbarlow4223 Instrument Meteorological Conditions
Gosh, Tucker...my heart goes out to you and your flying family. I can't imagine how hard this video was to make. Thank you for your focus on safety in the sport but also extra thank you for being a great human and trying to honor someone that meant to much to you through it all. Not many people would have the strength you have. Jeff would be proud you're chugging along, trying to make sense of it and share it with the world. Jeff: rest easy and I hope you're flying above us enjoying the peace you've earned.
Thank you for discussing the details to help others, despite the personal nature and your feelings of loss. I watched your previous video for the third time and your care and respect for him is apparent even moreso.
Sorry to bring this up but you’re name remembered me about garand Thompson the king of random, he passed in a paramotor accident too :(
Sorry for your loss. I don't know much about paragliding however I wanted to listen to you talk about your friend and explain what you believed happen. You did a fantastic job and your words touched my heart. Jeff must have been an amazing friend and he is gone too soon. He died doing what he loved and I can't think of any better way to go. I pray for love and healing for all those who truly love Jeff. Thank you for sharing this with us, I know it wasn't an easy thing to do. Hugs ♥️♥️♥️
I am truly sorry for your loss Tucker! What a great friend you are, to share Jeff's story as best as you could, so diligently, respectfully and with alot of love. Beautiful.
I’m sorry for the loss of your friend. Your tribute to him was kind, respectful and informative to others who take to the air on a wing.
Prayers for you and your loss!
I live in the same small town as Jeff and I would see him out almost weekly. He was a great guy. R.I.P Jeff 🕊
@Carl Johannesburg Not funny dude..
@@Cynycal hes got a point though, a lot of guys engage in risky behaviour to show off and get girls
@@leob4403 There's abslute no reason to call a person that didn't do anything to you and that you don't know anything about an asshole, especially if that person died.
@@mrapple2544 yeah the asshole part was uncalled for
@@leob4403 Have you seen his other posts?
He’s not trying to make a point - he’s just a twat 😉
Jesus…. It’s been years since I’ve watched your videos and I just started again and damn I loved the flights with Jeff the most. Can’t believe he’s gone is such a dramatic way. I am deeply sorry for your loss.
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I'm so sorry for your loss. May he rest in peace.
It was always a Breath of Fresh air seeing Jeff on the Channel! Rest Easy Friend.
Thank you for taking the opportunity to use this as a teaching experience for all of us, being the son of a funeral director I can understand how hard this video was for you too make. Please know that Myself and I'm sure everyone else is so appreciative of you putting this out there for the community Tucker!
So sorry for your loss Tucker.. My thoughts are with Jeff’s family, Friends, Yourself, and the paramotor community. The sport has suffered a great loss..
You did a beautiful tribute to Jeff and a kindness to others by advising what may have caused Jeff’s death. Thank you. I shared this with my son who has a paramotor quad.
Thank you. Im sorry for your loss. Thank you for your delicate and respectful explanation. A beautiful tribute.
This video came up randomly as a recommend video, seriously hadn’t planned on watching it fully but it was quite compelling. Man’s urge to fly is age old and I resonate with that passion. A sad story and I feel for your loss. Excellent, yet painful content. Fly on brother.
Same
Same here.
Ditto
Tucker looks like he is ready to break down this entire video. Sorry for your loss brother. Thanks for educating and highlighting this sport to the world! Jeff would have been proud of you!
I’ve been wanting to do this but didn’t have the chance yet. Thank you for sharing and I’m so sorry for your loss.
Don't fly in them, they're death traps. I used to inspect them for the government. Some of them are built by people that can't fix their own lawn mowers.
I havent cried at a video in a while. This really hit me though. I’ve been watching Tucker for about five years now, since I was in middle school. I’m now in college. I never really kept track of how often Jeff was in videos until his accident. Then I started watching back all of my favorite videos again. Jeff really was a big part of the channel, whether we realise it or not. He was just a happy guy doing what he loved with his friends. It makes me so sad that he was taken away from people he loved and the thing he loved, BY the thing he loved. But as a fellow risky biscuit, I also totally understand that making peace with these types of possibilities and situations is necessary. I also think it’s important to reiterate what Tucker stated in this video about still doing the things we love despite the loss of Jeff, while still being calculated and safe too. Tucker, you have been a huge inspiration to me throughout my years growing up, and Jeff has been there all along for the ride as well. I’ll miss him as well as everyone else here. Rest in Peace jeff🤟🤙
I remember watching a video of you (Tucker) flying this contraption and thinking, what am I seeing? I wasn’t even sure how the algorithm put this into my queue. I am a 63 year old grandma. But I kept watching with interest and a lot of nail biting (I am afraid of heights) I was blown away at some of your videos. The video with you going from the east coast of Florida to the west coast of Florida was so amazing. I even sent a video to my nephew and several videos to my husband. I am sure Jeff appreciated your expertise, help and friendship. He died doing what he loved. Prayers for you and Jeff’s family. 🙏🏻
You know, I don’t follow anything parameter related. I don’t know anything about it. But I’ve followed you for a few years, and I honestly think it’s because you’re just a nice guy, who loves what he does and the people he does it with. I just realized that now.
I’m sorry about your friend Jeff man. You guys seemed quite close, and he seemed like a wonderful man.
I'm so terribly sorry for everyone involved. My condolences to all the friends, family, and loved ones.
So sorry for your, and the community at large's loss. If I ever get to partake in this hobby, I'll be sure to dedicate my flights to him because he was an important part of so many of your videos that I used to binge watch and I know you cared for him deeply.
So sorry for your loss, random CZcamsr. I've lost a friend in an accident, and I know how tough that sudden blow can be.
Thanks for sharing his story.
Tucker, I know you must feel awful about the loss of your dear friend.
I’m so proud of you doing this, it must have been very difficult.
I lost my dear sister unexpectedly last year and I’m still reeling.
It’s hard. But you can get through it.
Rest In Peace, Jeff.
I hope you're doing ok as well, so sorry for your loss
Sorry to hear about that, you're very strong
So sorry for the loss of your friend. My prayers of strength and healing for all of his friends and family.
Really nice video of Jeff at the end.
Do people that type that actually really pray?
Sorry you lost your friend. Thank you for giving the best accounting and information you could. Peace to you as well.
For as tough as it was for you to make this, you did an amazing job. I and others will take these lessons to heart.
Can't let it deter us. As a new pilot, i'm still just as eager to fly as Jeff was. May we all be smart and careful.
2 years ago on the evening before Easter, I lost my best friend Jim to a paramotor accident. He was a huge Tucker fan, and this is the first time I've been able to watch this channel since his accident. Jim's reserve was not thrown. He was making high speed sharp turns, blacked out, and spiraled to the ground at idle until impact. He was still unconscious when he impacted and passed away. He flew a Scout, Moster 185 with a Spyder 3 22m. All purchased new and in flawless condition. RIP Jim, Jeff, and all pilots that have lost their lives in pursuit of flight.
I use to hang glide and being fearless teenagers we pushed those two kites beyond what they were built to do. If we tore the fabric we duct taped it. We use to replace broken framework with approved anodized aircraft aluminum and hardware. Being struggling teenagers we started going to the local hardware store for parts. Maybe we shouldn't have let so many of our friends fly them. They sustained many crashes and tree landings. Listen to tucker about safety and keep enjoying yourself.✌
Is that you Liz? Heart stops just reading those words. I too miss Jim something fierce. If that's a different Jim it's a hell of a coincidence.
Well. Hello man. Pyro just isn't the same without him. Guess I will see ya in a week though.
Sorry to hear of the loss of your friend. Mishaps and things unfortunately happen to the best members of any group. Your explanation has been of great value to others. Jeff left doing something he loved deeply from your statement, we should all be so fortunate.
Very sorry for your loss and thank you for helping to inform people of how to avoid it from happening again. Rest in peace.
I’m so sorry about your friend Jeff. As a motorcycle rider who’s lost friends over the years, I completely agree with you that Jeff would have wanted others to learn from this and continue doing what you love.
Be safe.
Sorry for your loss, RIP. BE SAFE!
Tucker, I’m so sorry for y’all’s loss. Praying for y’all and for Jeff’s friends and family. God bless y’all.
I’m sure Jeff appreciated your breakdown of risk factors, to help others.
I think you have honored your friend in the best possible way. Well done.
On behalf of aviators everywhere, thank you for taking the time to do the really tough work to educate other Paramotor flyers on the hazards that may have contributed to this very tragic mishap. The profession of aviation demands much from us…too much it seems when we lose one of our own. But you modeled the highest examples of respect and professionalism in the midst of grief. That honors the life of your friend as well as his and your love for the sport. I am sorry for your loss.
Sorry for your loss, thank you for the lessons and know that his loss was not in vain thanks to people like you and these videos helping others to fly safer.
That would be horrible to look at the scene and try to find out what happened, and thankyou Tucker for this explanation video and I hope you will feel better about what happened. Rest in peace Jeff ❤️
Jeff was suck a awesome guy in the videos. Jeff will be well missed RIP Jeff. Praying for you Tucker and Jeff's family.
You are so right! You might want to change 'suck' to 'such'. Darn autocorrect will take the 'wind' out of a beautiful, heartfelt comment (like yours). ❤
Thanks for sharing, even though I am not a PPG pilot the lesson is precious for paragliding too...
Rest in peace Jeff. Sorry for your loss Tucker. Very nice of you to to go through such lengths to figure out what happened and share his story. You're a great friend.
As with many, this was randomly recommended to me, couldn’t turn it off for some reason.
I just wanted to say you are a good person and friend and the world needs more people like you.
We all feel for you, and given the nature of your channel this was clearly a very important yet gut wrenching video to produce. Any lessons we can learn will help prevent future tragedies and make us all safer, and if one person remembers this video and recovers from a Deep Stall because of your tips then it makes this tragedy not in vain. Thank you Tucker, and for a video with no A footage of flying, this is one of the most touching and well produced videos to date!
Closure in such a personal tragedy can take a long time. Your affection and respect for your friend is clear; I wish you all healing.
That looks like SOOO much fun. Talk about feeling free….I thought my motorcycle gave me that feeling but seeing this they can’t be compared. Much respect R.I.P
My 21yo son just passed his certification. It's been his dream since he was 16. He loooves it, but of course I'm scared. I just have to let my kiddo fly free and pray he doesn't make mistakes and stays lucky. He reassures me that he is very careful to respect his training and not take any stupid risks. Still scares me, especially after hearing about accidents like this.
He died doing something he loved and many times he got to feel that freedom flying high in the sky. Im sorry for your loss may he soar amongst the heavens forever more at peace x
I’m not part of your community and really don’t know who any of you are. However, I did come across this video and wanted to send over warm and healing blessings for Jeff’s family and friends. The devastation of loss is always heartbreaking, and I hope that in time your hearts may heal from the pain. Sending love to all💕
This was a beautiful tribute to your dear adventurous friend. And what what a way to honor him by teaching those who fly in the sky this way more ways to be careful. So very sorry for your loss. Thanks for sharing
Sorry for the loss of your friend, Tucker,
Jeff's family, you and your flying buddies have our condolences and prayers.
Good information and may all continue in safe flying.
Stall speed definitely increases with an increase of weight (wing loading), and in combination with the high angle of attack and the poorer aerodynamics (moist), your theory sounds so dramatically real.
Thanks for your contribution, it’s admirable, considering the emotional load. Fly safe!
My condolences to you and Jeff's family. I appreciate you explaining the possible theories of what may have happened and keeping us alert to safety issues within the community. As I mentioned in your previous video I fly alone most of the time and fly a trike (Fly Products Xenit, with a Polini 303, quite similar) and fly quite conservatively as well, so I have been following this closely, thank you so much for sharing.
beautifully done young man.. sorry for your loss of your friend.. take comfort knowing he died doing what he loved.. if we all could be so lucky to go that way.. big hugz from Canada
Very sorry for your loss. I cant imagine how hard this was for you. 🧡🙏🏻jomama
Thank you, Tucker. That was done with such dignity and respect. I'm so very sorry for the loss of your friend.
This must have been very difficult, but I think you did the right thing. R.I.P Jeff
To everyone losing a friend or loved one to their extreme passion I give you my sincerest condolences but remember it’s better to die doing what you loved than live a life of regret and thinking of what could’ve been. These men are brave and they weren’t afraid to live their life to the fullest and for that I commend them. Stay safe everyone. Love your life and live it fully because these men and women who took their last jump in sure would love to come back for one more day to do it again.
Better still to do what you love within safe parameters so you aren't making such a tradeoff. The "fly today and die is better than trying tomorrow" scenario is, quite frankly, bullsh!t rationalization.
Sorry for your loss. I hope you can continue to connect with him through your shared love of flying and allow him to continue living through you as you fly.
I saw your first video on Jeff, and you honored him. Now you honor him again by trying to pass on such sound advice. I am/was a pilot, so I absolutely get what you are doing here, because you have enabled Jeff to help others. I can't think of a better tribute to a good friend.
Thanks for posting Tucker. It's never easy when you lose someone especially when they're doing what they love to do. A well thought out analysis of the potential issues resulting in the accident and certainly food for thought for all of us paramotor pilots. As you say, I'm sure Jeff would have wanted us all to learn from this but also to keep flying and enjoying the sport. Blue skies.
Just found this tonite sept 1st. Safety stuff I never thought of. Coming from Ireland and flying in the rain is totally different than going out solo with a single wing with vunerability to mist and or rain n fog. Bawling crying, he tried hard to save himself. Tragic. He was very practical and down to earth so yup. Did a great job explaining it to an inexperienced pleb like me. Been living vicariously through your clips. Such freedom and joie de vivre! Don't quit. He was doing what he loved. That's all anyone can ask for. Love what you do and you age backwards! Go kids go! (Im almost 63!). You guys really LIVED! That's my takeaway.
RIP,Jeff deepest condolences to your family and friends at the tragic accident.
I appreciate this discussion Tucker. I’m super sorry you didn’t get definitive answers… 🥺
I feel so very sad for Jeff, his family and friends. This was a nice thing to do, in his memory..I'm sure he would love you for it...it's very hard to lose a friend 🥺😘
I have several friends, some professional helicopter and air pilots who have sworn off paramotors after sustaining severe injuries from them, one who was the top commercial PM pilot in LI NY for years but had his wing collapse from turbulence 300 feet from the ground coming in for a landing. He had his spine so badly crunched that he has massive pain every day 20 years later.
Two things:
The 100 lbs extra load would cause any airfoil to delaminate the laminar flow at a greater speed, which results in a stall and loss of all lift. I not pointing fingers it would be deservice to the flying community to dismiss this factor. Even lowly private pilots have to calculate their weight and balance prior to takeoff.
The other factor, water degrading the airflow. Any airfoil to create lift must create a lower pressure on the top surface of the wing. If I remember my micro meteorology correctly, and physics, if air is saturated with water (%100 Humidity) and you lower the pressure results in condensation and water droplets. Some might be mistified by this.
RIP Jeff. You will be missed.
I’m sorry about your friend. From personal experience, I can say that searching for the “why” regarding the tragic death of a friend or loved one is definitely a hard thing to do. You truly honored Jeff and made a valiant attempt at using all your available resources and information to determine as much of the causation as possible. I’m sure his family and friends appreciate you searching for the answers. You were a good friend. Love and prayers for you and Jeff’s friends and family. You honor him daily by continuing your dream. He will be flying with you brother. ❤️
The view at the end of this video looked so peaceful with him soaring over all that green earth. There's nothing wrong with dying doing what you love. R.I.P. Jeff Fly High
I can't imagine how difficult all of this has been, especially putting together this video. Thank you so much for doing so. The top comment nails it - Your love and respect for Jeff has always been apparent and you did an amazing job in this video. Thank you, sir.
RIP Jeff, you beautiful man. I never had the privilege of knowing the man, I only know him through your videos, and with just that he's a person worth knowing. I'm glad you guys had so much fun together. Your tribute video was beautiful.
The saying (There are old pilots and bold pilots, but no old, bold pilots) is general. It seems like Jeff was in the old pilot category and deserved many more hours.
That beautiful orange helmet and the beautiful spirit he had. I'm not a religious man but I hope I'm wrong and he will be up there cruising with you in the future.
Keep doing what you love and I hope you and Jeff's family are doing ok (as best you can).
I’m so sorry for the loss of your friend and flying buddy. He seemed like a really great man and so enthusiastic about flying as much as possible. RIP Jeff ❤️
Poor Jeff..... He became such a character in your video's.... This news hits very hard..... RIP and condolences to family and friends.....
Dude. Ouch. I'm very, very sorry to hear this. I'm happy to see you're not also hurt. Losing friends is really hard.
You explained everything so professionally. Great job and very tactfully at that. So very sorry for your loss. And sending prayers for his family as well.
My heart goes out to you and all who morn Jeff’s passing.
As a 15k+ hour fixed wing pilot on machines the size of dining room tables to 4 engined jets, I feel your compassion. What you amazing free-spirited true aviator paramotor guys do has so much science but also so many unknowns with the weather, 2nd to the birds, you are the real aviators.
A very special video Tucker, not easy given your loss, but detailed and a good overall view of the circumstances of that fateful day. Every time we go flying we are privileged and humble to be able to experience the joy of flight.
Rest in Peace Jeff, I am sure you now soar unrestricted.
Safe and humble flying to all.
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My deepest condolences to Jeff's family and friends. Take to heart that he passed doing what he loves.
He loved plummeting to the ground?
Sorry for your loss. Jeff will be missed and let’s hope this won’t stop you from making amazing content.
What a deeply beautiful tribute you made for your dear friend Jeff. You have ensured and enshrined that his memory will go on, and that his joy for paramotoring will last as long as the Internet.
I’m not a paramotor pilot but in general aviation the stall-spin is one of the most common accidents. I’m so sorry for your loss. Thank you for your videos and Jeff’s contributions. A friendship like you two had is a rarity in a lifetime.
Sorry for your loss. People who have the courage to do amazing things always inspire.
A very respectful analysis Tucker, condolences and all the best to you and Jeff's family. Take Care D
These last two videos are the way any good friend would want to be remembered. Thanks for sharing Jeff's stories with us.