Navy Parachutist Crashes into Crowd at San Francisco Fleet Week, Two Injured

During a recent Fleet Week performance in San Francisco, a Navy parachutist miscalculated his landing, resulting in a tragic incident that left two individuals injured.

Navy parachutist crash-lands on mother and teenager

The incident occurred on October 13, during a scheduled demonstration by the Navy Leap Frogs parachute team at Marina Green. Out of the six members of the team, one parachutist failed to reach the designated landing zone, leading to a crash landing that affected a mother and her child.

Eyewitness footage captured the moment when the Navy parachutist, attached to a banner, inadvertently descended into a gathering of spectators. The unfortunate collision resulted in minor injuries to both the mother and her teenager, prompting medical attention for the mother, who was subsequently taken to a hospital for further evaluation.

In response to the incident, the Navy expressed their concern, stating, "Our thoughts are with the individual and their family. Safety is our number one priority." They further emphasized the commitment to conducting a thorough review to ascertain the cause of the mishap.

Background on the Navy Leap Frogs

The Navy Leap Frogs are renowned for their gravity-defying demonstrations that showcase the exceptional skills of the Navy. Comprised of active-duty Navy SEALs, Special Warfare Combat Crewmen, Divers, Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technicians, and Aircrew Survival Equipmentmen, the team has a storied history of performing across the nation.