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Photos: International team of skydivers attempts world record formation in Ottawa

200+ person team attempts to break Vertical World Record

Planes get in formation before attempting the state record of most jumpers in belly formation on Wednesday, Aug 20, 2025 above Skydive Chicago in Ottawa.

Skydivers from around the world have descended on Ottawa’s Skydive Chicago as they continue to make attempts for the Vertical World Record and the 250 Illinois RW State Record

Tomorrow (8/22) is the LAST day for record attempts! Skydive Chicago will be going LIVE on YouTube every hour on the hour for updates on the attempts, skydiving tidbits and fun facts. Check them out at: youtube.com/@skydive_chicago

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