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Experienced jumper Ryan Erickson died from injuries sustained during an extremely hard landing at Skydive Kapowsin in Shelton, Washington on Sunday August 17th, 2014. Ryan had around 1000 jumps and at this point there is no indication of equipment problems contributing to the hard landing.
The incident is pending investigation.
Our condolences to Ryan’s family and friends.
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News Reports: The Seattle Times, KOMONews.com,
Ryan was a friend of mine. Always respectful and thoughtful. He will be missed.
Sorry for the loss of your mate Brett.
Ryan was a great person and friend who had such a passion for the sport and well be missed by everyone who got the privilege of knowing him thoughts go out to the family and friends
I will always remember his smile, and the attitude that went with it.