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Writer and therapist Rosana Mabel Back, 52, tragically died in Miramar, Argentina, after her parachute failed to open during a skydive, prompting an investigation into the equipment.
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Skydiver plunges to death after parachute fails to open during jump

Lee Bullen
Last updated: October 1, 2025 12:01 pm
Lee Bullen Published October 1, 2025
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Rosana Mabel Back after her earlier skydiving experience. (Picture: Jam Press)
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A skydiver plunged to her death after her parachute failed to open during a jump.

Rosana Mabel Back was taking part in the activity with her local centre when tragedy struck.

The 52-year-old writer was using different equipment than normal, it is reported.

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Rosana’s parachute failed to open in mid-air, and she plummeted to her death in Miramar near Buenos Aires, Argentina.

It happened on Sunday afternoon (28 Sep).

Her skydiving club sent their condolences to Rosana’s family after her tragic passing.

Writer and therapist Rosana Mabel Back, 52, tragically died in Miramar, Argentina, after her parachute failed to open during a skydive, prompting an investigation into the equipment.
Rosana Mabel Back. (Picture: Jam Press)

“Aero Club Miramar deeply regrets the tragic accident that occurred near the aerodrome, in which a skydiver lost her life.

“We are providing support to her family, loved ones, and colleagues in this difficult time.”

She was also a therapist specialising in autism, as reported by Need To Know.

The Argentine Writers Society also paid tribute to Rosana in a heartwarming post.

A spokesperson said: “We regret to announce the death of our member Rosana Mabel Back in an accident that occurred yesterday in the city of Miramar.

Writer and therapist Rosana Mabel Back, 52, tragically died in Miramar, Argentina, after her parachute failed to open during a skydive, prompting an investigation into the equipment.
Rosana Mabel Back. (Picture: Jam Press)

“It was a tragic incident that took our dear colleague.

“We are left with memories of sharing her friendship and that warm laugh that best characterised her.

“We send our condolences to her family.”

The Public Prosecutor’s Office has ordered an autopsy on the victim’s body and an expert review of the equipment used.

As well as being a keen skydiver, Rosana had a degree in Therapeutic Accompaniment and worked with people with Pervasive Developmental Disorders and autism.

The investigation into her death is ongoing.

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(Picture: Jam Press)

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