If anyone wants to know a bit exta about this guy, I strongly reccomend getting hold of a copy of his autobiography (See Airbubba's post at the top of this page), Freefall by Tom Read. It's a real eye opener. The bloke was going attempt the world longest/highest freefall, when he suddenly just cracks, and loses it, tries to kill his wife.
Anyway, long story, just read it yourself.