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How fast was Kittenger falling? Why did his suit not even ripple?

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AnswerTowing a small drogue parachute for initial stabilization, he fell for 4 minutes and 36 seconds, reaching a maximum speed of 614 miles per hour (988 km/h) before opening his parachute at 18,000 feet (5,500 m). And it has protection.

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