Skydiving Milestone for 86-Year-Old Woman in Florida
Kim Knor, an 86-year-old woman, has just completed her 999th skydive and is preparing for her 1,000th jump this November. She began skydiving in 1959 at age 18, even forging her parents' signature to make her first jump.
After taking a break from skydiving in 1967 to raise her family, Knor returned to the sport in 2003 and set her ambitious goal of reaching 1,000 jumps.
Upcoming Milestone Jump
Knor plans to make her 1,000th skydive in Lake Wales, Florida, where she will earn the United States Parachute Association Gold Wings.
Kim Knor completed her 999th skydive and is preparing for her 1,000th jump in November.
Background
- Started skydiving at 18 years old in 1959
- Paused skydiving from 1967 to focus on family
- Resumed the sport in 2003, setting a goal of 1,000 jumps
Local Arts and Culture Context
This story was featured by Setting the Stage, which covers Central Florida's arts scene.
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Author's summary: At 86, Kim Knor approaches a remarkable milestone with her 1,000th skydive, a testament to her lifelong passion and dedication to skydiving.