IMPORTANT - Skydiver Story - CBS News

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I appologize if this has already been posted somewhere else on DZ.com. If this belongs in a different forum, please move. If possible, make it a one day sticky thingy.


Tonight, Monday, 5/3/10, on the CBS evening news with Katie Courik in a segment called "Assignment America" they will be covering a story about a Tandem Instructor in Texas injured in a skydiving accident.

If you are anywhere near a TV when your CBS news comes on. Please watch it.

Also,
http://www.giveforward.org/hartsock/


Thank you..
-KeithM.

[wmw999 2,447]

Is this a link to the original incident?

Wendy P.

There is nothing more dangerous than breaking a basic safety rule and getting away with it. It removes fear of the consequences and builds false confidence. (tbrown)

[JohnRich 4]

Yes.

[slotperfect 7]

How about a scheduled time for reference?

Arrive Safely

John

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CBS News airs at 5:30pm Central Time in Houston Texas. Your time may vary.

Thank you...

-KeithM

[tylermx138 0]

They didnt even show the Assignment America story at all today. I watched the news last weekend remember seeing one and watching the highlights they show of next weeks story, which is todays. Oil spill bump us back? Or did they show it and i just totally f*ckin miss it?

[mtbriles 0]

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They didnt even show the Assignment America story at all today. I watched the news last weekend remember seeing one and watching the highlights they show of next weeks story, which is todays. Oil spill bump us back? Or did they show it and i just totally f*ckin miss it?

I didnt see it either.

Why not?
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[lippy 918]

I assume that the Times Square situation bumped the skydiver story. I hope they put it on tomorrow.

I got nuthin

[wikid14141 0]

You didn't miss it. It wasn't on here either. I had it set to record when I saw the preview for it last week. I'm guessing the oil spill took precedence. I was hoping they would mention that it wasn't going to be aired and say when it would be.

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Due to the coverage surrounding the New York City bombing attempt, the CBS Evening news bumped the Assignment America segment.

It is currently rescheduled for next Monday, 5/10/10.

Please make an effort to see the story.

Also, if you can, don't forget...
http://www.giveforward.org/hartsock/


-KeithM

[tylermx138 0]

Hopefully it will run today and the failed attempt to contain the oil leak wont bump us back, again!

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It is scheduled to run tonight, if it does not get bumped.

Tonight, Monday, 5/10/10, on the CBS evening news with Katie Courik in a segment called "Assignment America" they will be covering a story about a Tandem Instructor in Texas injured in a skydiving accident.

If you are anywhere near a TV when your CBS news comes on. Please watch it. If not, hopefully you can record it and watch later.

Also,
http://www.giveforward.org/hartsock/


Thank you..
-KeithM.

[wmw999 2,447]

They just showed the teaser, so I think it's a go.

Wendy P.

There is nothing more dangerous than breaking a basic safety rule and getting away with it. It removes fear of the consequences and builds false confidence. (tbrown)

[linebckr83 3]

Because of this string of tornado/thunder storms across kansas, I get to watch the weather guys repeat the same damn information over and over again instead

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Oh I'm coming, but I won't be there!"
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[JohnRich 4]

They showed the segment. A very positive story for a very sad event. They had some video of Dave doing other tandem jumps, video of Dave and the passenger on the fateful jump in the plane before exit, still photos (taken by me) of the two-out spiraling malfunction, a computer graphic of how Dave manipulated the steering lines to place himself underneath the passenger to cushion her impact, and interviews with both Dave and the passenger. Also a short blurb to go to their web site for a link to a place to donate to help Dave financially - his insurance has run out. Good job by CBS.

Here's the link to the story online: http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2010/05/10/assignment_america/main6471254.shtml

And the donation link: http://www.giveforward.org/hartsock

[tylermx138 0]

Oh yea, your situation should lead to a good season of storm chasers on discovery! I heard its a dream come true for those guys right now

[Heatmiser 0]

I was just commenting today how slow our spring season's been, then mother nature decided to throw baseballs made of ice at my house and car.

What you say is reflective of your knowledge...HOW ya say it is reflective of your experience. Airtwardo

Someone's going to be spanked! Hopefully, it will be me. Skymama

[JohnRich 4]

Let's try to keep this thread on-topic, and take the weather talk elsewhere.

[Heatmiser 0]

No

What you say is reflective of your knowledge...HOW ya say it is reflective of your experience. Airtwardo

Someone's going to be spanked! Hopefully, it will be me. Skymama

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John, thanks for posting the links for this story.

Thanks to everyone who made the time to watch this.

Even bigger thanks to those who are able to help a little.

-KeithM

[alp27 0]

what an amazing story of such a brave guy. Massive respect for his sacrifice to save another person.

Everyone dies.... not everyone lives!!

[danielcroft 2]

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And the donation link: http://www.giveforward.org/hartsock

Done and done.

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http://www.cbsnews.com/8300-500803_162-500803.html?tag=contentMain;contentBody

Thank you...

-KeithM

[jtval 0]

Video won't load. WTF?

I see the commercials but the story won't load.

ETA:
Disregard. John Rich's link worked and the story was printed there anyway.

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[jojo69 0]

The cost of a jump ticket is the least I can do to support a hero in our community. Good luck and God bless.