How Not to Skydive

Uh oh, this is embarrassing. There you were, cruising comfortably at 35,000 feet, and for some reason (perhaps an explosive decompression a la Goldfinger) you now find yourself airborne, traveling at 120 mph toward the ground – and you’ve forgotten to bring along your favourite parachute. Boy is your face red.

But you’re in luck: these quick tips will get you out of this pickle. First: Find debris to ride out your remaining hellish moments, as they might just soften your impending impact. As for impacts: aim for something soft.

If you can manage it, avoid hitting the ground altogether. Good luck with that.

Read about it at Popular Mechanics.