James Miller (parachutist)
James Miller is a British parachutist notable for his high-profile demonstrations and world record attempts, often involving stunts performed in unusual locations or with unique challenges. He is recognized within the skydiving community for his precision and showmanship.
Miller's career has involved various skydiving disciplines, including freefall, canopy piloting, and BASE jumping, though he is primarily known for his large-scale formation skydiving and demonstration jumps. He has participated in numerous national and international competitions and events.
Specific details on his early life and formal training are not widely available, but Miller is known to have years of experience in the sport. He has worked with various sponsors and organizations to promote skydiving and related activities.
While specific world records held by Miller may vary over time, depending on official certifications and subsequent record attempts by others, he has frequently been involved in attempts to establish or break records in formation skydiving and canopy formations. Details of these record attempts can usually be found in reputable skydiving publications and databases.
Due to the inherent risks associated with skydiving and BASE jumping, Miller's career has occasionally been punctuated by incidents, though details are often limited in public reports. He maintains a public profile through various channels, showcasing his activities and engaging with the skydiving community.