New world record for Dubai as parachute stuntman makes history

Dubai witnessed another world record on Saturday as Spaniard Ernesto Gainza made history by landing the smallest parachute ever.

A crowd of thrill seekers turned out in force to watch the stunt, entitled "Project XCF", and they were not to be disappointed.

After months of preparation and planning, Gainza was jubilant after successfully navigating his parachute, measuring just 35 square feet, to the landing site at Skydive Dubai.

As he touched down safely he was immediately greeted by his jubilant wife to kickstart wild celebrations among organisers and fans who had turned out to watch history being made in the skies of Dubai.

To put Gainza's record into some perspective take a look at the chart below of the differing canopy sizes:

For all the photos and reaction to the successful world record attempt, visit Skydive Dubai's official Facebook, Twitter or YouTube channel.

A huge congratulations to everyone involved at Skydive Dubai. We can't wait to see what they have planned for their next adventure.