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Mum-of-4 Died in Skydiving Tragedy After Partner Bought Her Jump as a Gift

Belinda Taylor, a 48-year-old mother of four, and her skydiving instructor died instantly on June 13, 2025, after a 15,000ft tandem jump at an airfield near Honiton, Devon.
The jump was initially planned at 7,000ft but changed last minute to 15,000ft by Belinda, whose boyfriend Scott Armstrong had purchased the tandem jump as a thank you gift.
Emergency services quickly responded after concerns were raised about the well-being of two individuals, with authorities confirming that both skydivers died at the location; the circumstances surrounding the incident are still being examined.
Scott Armstrong described Belinda as his 'absolute world' and an 'adrenaline junkie' who was kind and selfless, while Skydive Buzz expressed deep condolences after the tragedy.
Authorities and the British Skydiving Board of Inquiry continue inquiries, and the families have requested privacy during their time of grief following this tragic event.

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