KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 20 (Bernama) – Dubai Airports and action sports brand XDubai have collaborated to deliver an incredible one-of-a-kind stunt by Emirati athlete and skydiver, Mohammed Baker.
Dubai Airports manages the operation and development of both of Dubai’s airports – Dubai International (DXB) and Dubai World Central (DWC).
The partnership aims to position the world’s busiest international airport as a major destination for culture, hospitality and entertainment.
The stunning showcase was also captured in a short film released by both Dubai Airports and XDubai. The film shows what is believed to be the world’s longest skydive swoop under a fixed structure.
As showcased in the video, Mohammed Baker jumps out of a helicopter with a parachute emblazoned with the new DXB brand, gliding through the Dubai sky before performing one of the world’s longest skydive swoops - measuring 112 metres - under the Sheikh Zayed Road bridge.
Dubai Airports Vice-President (Marketing & Corporate Communication), Anita Mehra said the company aimed to create the best of experiences for its esteemed customers, one that connected different cultures and captured the city’s true spirit.
“Our partnership with XDubai and this stunt are in line with that direction, symbolising Dubai’s spirit of adventure and ambition,” she added.
XDubai General Manager Mohammed Javad said: “Both Dubai Airports and XDubai are products of the emirate’s ambitions - to show the world just what is possible with innovation, collaboration and determination.”
The stunt was showcased at an official event attended by Prime Minister and Vice-President of the United Arab Emirates, Sheikh Mohammed Rashid Al Maktoum, who is also Ruler of Dubai; Dubai Airports Chairman, Sheikh Ahmed Saeed Al Maktoum; and, Dubai Airports Chief Executive Officer, Paul Griffiths.
Watch the stunt video at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xUyKOuESo3g&feature=youtu.be
-- BERNAMA
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