Tragic Skydiving Incident Claims Life of Talented Photographer
In a heartbreaking turn of events, Amanda Gallagher, a vibrant 37-year-old photographer and skydiving enthusiast, tragically lost her life after walking backwards into a plane propeller while taking pictures. The incident unfolded at the Wichita Cook Airfield in Kansas as Amanda captured images of her fellow skydivers, only to step into the horrific danger behind her, suffering critical injuries before succumbing to her wounds on October 26th.
An unforgettable moment gone wrong.
Emergency services rushed to the scene, quickly taking Amanda to the local hospital; however, despite their best efforts, she could not be saved. This unfortunate accident has left her family and friends reeling from the sudden loss of a woman who was not only passionate about photography but also cherished in her community. In light of her passing, friends have launched a GoFundMe campaign to assist with funeral expenses as her loved ones navigate their grief.
The event is still under investigation, but authorities currently regard her death as a tragic accident. In a statement, Abbey Charboneau, the organizer of Amanda’s GoFundMe campaign, described her:
“Amanda Gallagher was kind, adventurous, creative and beautiful inside and out. She was a loving daughter, sister, aunt and friend and will be greatly missed.”
This sentiment was echoed by many, including pal Ashley Nicole Willard, who expressed sorrow on Facebook: “She was a very close family friend, so close, I would consider her a sister.” In addition, she suggested that a memorial or ceremony should be arranged to honor Amanda’s love for photography and her recent zeal for skydiving.
Skydiving brings thrills, but it comes with risks.
Cook Airfield also released a heartfelt tribute: “Our hearts go out to the family and friends of the young lady who died yesterday after a tragic accident with an airplane propeller. We ask that everyone keeps her family, friends, and her Air Capital Drop Zone family in their thoughts and prayers.”
As many people in the skydiving community come together to remember Amanda, they reflect on the inherent risk involved in their passion. Skydiving is undoubtedly thrilling; however, incidents that take place on the ground, such as those involving planes, serve as a stark reminder of maintaining focus and situational awareness in such high-stakes environments.
The loss of Amanda Gallagher is felt deeply by those who knew her, and her legacy will continue to inspire friends and family. For those wanting to show their support during this difficult time, consider visiting the aforementioned GoFundMe to contribute to her family’s expenses.
The skydiving community gathers to honor Amanda.
With so many lives intertwined, Amanda’s memory will forever remain in the hearts of her friends, family, and the skydiving community. As they come together in remembrance, they also hope to ensure that such accidents prompt discussions around safety and awareness for all parachutists and those around them. All who wish to reach out during this time of need can contact the news team via email at webnews@metro.co.uk. For further updates, check our news page.
