Two skydivers have died in what has been described as a “tragic accident” at an airfield in Devon.
Emergency services were called to the area of Dunkeswell Aerodrome at around 1pm on Friday following concerns for the welfare of two people, who were in a tandem jump, according to The Sun.
The skydivers were confirmed dead at the scene, and their families have been informed, Devon and Cornwall Police told The Independent.
A police spokesman said: “Scene guards remain in place and enquiries are ongoing by the relevant agencies.”
Chief executive of British Skydiving, Robert Gibson, said in a statement: “Today, Friday 13 June 2025, British Skydiving has been notified of a tragic accident in which two jumpers lost their lives.
“Our deepest condolences go to their families, friends and the entire skydiving community.
“A British Skydiving Board of Inquiry will investigate the accident.
“Once complete, a report – setting out the Board's conclusions and any recommendations – will be submitted to the coroner, the police, the CAA, the British Skydiving Safety & Training Committee (STC) and any other relevant authorities.
“No further details will be provided at this time. We respectfully ask for privacy for all those affected at this difficult time.”
The Independent has contacted the Civil Aviation Authority for comment.
The incident occurred at Dunkeswell Aerodrome, a former RAF site near the border of Somerset in the Blackdown Hills area of Devon.
Standing at 839ft above sea level, it is the highest licensed airfield in the UK and was originally established as a US naval base during the Second World War.
Anyone with information about the accident that could assist the authorities should call 101 or report via Devon and Cornwall Police’s website quoting 50250150193.
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