Retired Army veteran Alex Dillman, paralyzed from a 2011 IED attack in Afghanistan, is commemorating his 15th Alive Day by skydiving at Skydive City in Zephyrhills, Florida. Dillman, who lost a close friend during the incident, developed a custom leg brace to enable independent skydiving. His journey from trauma to becoming a professional skydiver includes participation in events like D-Day commemorations and jumps with the Golden Knights. Despite physical challenges, Dillman finds purpose in the sport, rekindling a team mentality akin to his military days. His wife and son now join him in jumps, symbolizing his renewed connection to community and purpose.
Retired Veteran Skydiving as Paraplegic to Honor Fallen Friend
