How Do Paratroopers Jump Into Total Darkness?

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Ever wondered how elite paratroopers like the U.S. Army's Tarantula Team land safely in the middle of the night? It’s not just luck—it’s a combination of cutting-edge technology and rigorous training. From Night Vision Goggles (NVGs) to Automatic Activation Devices, discover the tech that makes night jumps possible.  #Paratrooper #NightJump #USArmy #MilitaryTech #C17 #NightVision #Airborne #TarantulaTeam #Skydiving #MilitarySecrets

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00:00Imagine standing at the edge of a C-17 ramp, staring into a pitch-black void of clouds and darkness.

00:07For the U.S. Army's elite tarantula team, this isn't a nightmare.

00:11It's a precision operation.

00:13But how do they survive a jump when they can't even see the ground?

00:16It's all about high-tech layers of safety.

00:19First, they use automatic activation devices, ensuring their parachutes open at the perfect moment every time.

00:25Through night vision goggles, the invisible world turns into a clear tactical map of terrain and altitude.

00:31Every jumper is also equipped with a glowing altimeter to track their descent in real time.

00:36But the real secret? The Jumpmaster.

00:39This expert coordinates with pilots and navigators to calculate the exact exit point down to the meter.

00:45Guided by ground lasers and silent signals, these paratroopers don't just fall. They own the night.

00:55First, Colter was gone.

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