74-Year-Old US Skydiver Sets Guinness Record as Oldest Wingsuit Flyer
Richard "Rich" Greenwood, a 74-year-old American skydiver, set a Guinness World Record as the oldest wingsuit flyer on June 5, 2026, at 74 years and 136 days. Greenwood, with over five decades of experience, returned to the sport after overcoming cancer and double knee replacement surgery. His lifelong passion for aviation includes multiple certifications and a career as a US Air Force aircraft accident investigator. He surpassed the previous record held by Robert Felt, aged 72.
First-hand measurement across 2 sources
We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is positive (78/100). Lens Score 30/100.
Outlets measured: ndtv, hindustantimes. See how each one headlined and framed the same story in the source comparison below.
AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (78–78/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
hindustantimes broke this story on 8 Nov, 03:28 pm. Other outlets followed.
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