86-Year-Old Woman Prepares for 1,000th Skydive in Florida
Kim Knor, aged 86, recently completed her 999th skydive and is preparing for her 1,000th jump this November.
Early Beginnings and Career Break
Kim began skydiving at 18 in 1959 by forging her parents' signatures to make her first jump. She paused the sport in 1967 to raise her family but returned in 2003 with the goal of reaching 1,000 jumps.
Upcoming Milestone and Recognition
Her milestone jump will take place in Lake Wales, Florida. Upon completing it, Kim will receive the United States Parachute Association Gold Wings.
"Kim Knor plans to make her milestone jump in Lake Wales and will earn the United States Parachute Association Gold Wings when she does."
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Summary: At 86, Kim Knor is close to achieving 1,000 skydives, embodying resilience and passion by returning to the sport after decades to reach this rare milestone.
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