Winnipeg-based RCAF search and rescue technician died after parachute malfunction

[Woxof38]

http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/manitoba/ ... -1.4016790

A Winnipeg-based search and rescue technician with the Royal Canadian Air Force died Wednesday during a routine training jump near Yorkton, Sask., military officials say.

Master Cpl. Alfred Barr, 31, was a member of a small, tight-knit group of technicians with the 435 Transport and Rescue Squadron.

"All we know at this point is there was a malfunction, it was associated with the parachute, but there's a lot of steps in place to have a successful parachute open,"

[co-joe]

Respect to the men in orange suits. The people we pilots are fortunate to never meet at work, but whose services we appreciate none the less.

[rxl]

Very sad. Condolences to family and friends.
SARTECs = courage and selflessness.
I thank you.

[Surfer Dude]

That's terrible. Those are very brave men that do a dangerous job.