Shock! Felix Baumgartner dies in tragic paragliding accident in Italy

Shock! Felix Baumgartner dies in tragic paragliding accident in Italy

Porto Sant'Elpidio, Italien - Felix Baumgartner, the well-known Austrian extreme athlete, lost his life on July 17, 2025 in a tragic paragliding accident in Porto Sant’elpidio, Italy. According to reports, Baumgartner suddenly had health problems during the flight and lost control of his motorized parag leader. The crash led to an impact in the pool of a nearby hotel, where the rescue workers were only able to determine the death of the 56-year-old. In the incident, a hotel employee was also injured after part of the parag leader was torn down and she suffered a neck injury. Your health requires medical treatment and hospitalization.

The accident occurred in the immediate vicinity of the hotel, while numerous guests, including many children, lingered by the pool. Baumgartner's paraglider collided with a wood structure on the edge of the pool, which contributed to the tragedy of the event. The police, fire brigade and red cross immediately blocked the area to ensure the security of the guests and the investigation.

a pioneer of extreme sports

Baumgartner was known for his extreme sporting achievements and achieved international celebrity through his stratospheric jump in 2012, in which he jumped from an almost 39 kilometer height and broke through the sound barrier. He set three world records: for speed, height of the setting and length of the case. His career in extreme sport began base jumping in 1996, and quickly became a professional by the support of Red Bull.

Overall, Baumgartner set several records, including one for the highest parachute jump from a building when he jumped from the Petronas Towers in Kuala Lumpur in 1999. In addition to his impressive record of success, Baumgartner was also known for polarizing statements and was convicted of bad recovery in 2022. His achievements made him both admired and controversial.

The reactions to his death

The news of Baumgartner's death met with great dismay in the Italian and Austrian media. FPÖ boss Herbert Kickl described him as a "brave pioneer" and praised his extraordinary life's work. Many fans and companions expressed their pain and regret about the loss of such an extraordinary athlete who was always known for the unusual and adventurous

accidents in extreme sports are not unusual, but the tragic incident of Baumgartner emphasizes the dangers associated with high -risk activities. According to the Security Report, around 2 million sports injuries in Germany are registered annually, with the most common injuries to be observed in popular sports. The main causes of the accident are mostly self -indebted or result from a lack of skills. Effective prevention strategies in the sport are essential to reduce injuries in sport in general.

The background of paragliding accidents offer the reason for discussion about security standards and precautionary measures in extreme sports. Despite his success and fame, Baumgartner's fate remains a sobering memory of the dangers that go hand in hand with the striving for adrenaline and thrill.

Felix Baumgartner will not only be remembered for his achievements, but also for his pioneering spirit and his tireless drive to achieve the impossible.