Originally Posted by
atakacs
Irrespective of the debate above I find 1700 fpm as rather uncomfortable when hitting solid ground...
Sounds lot less uncomfortable than the alternative.....
I note several comments drawing comparison to parachute landing descent rates. Fair enough - but there all the deceleration is taken on the feet and ankles (hopefully with a decent roll, though I know next to nothing about para-jumping). Landing at 1700fpm into a well-padded seat (complete with airbags) doesn't sound all that terrible.
Nevertheless, I'll try my best to avoid the experience....
