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Worker falls to his death from StarFlyer attraction in Orlando
An industrial accident is under investigation at the StarFlyer on I-Drive.
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ORLANDO, Fla. – A 21-year-old man fell 200 feet to his death Monday morning while conducting a daily safety check on the StarFlyer attraction in Orlando tourist’s district, deputies said.
The fatal accident was reported around 7:40 a.m. at ICON Park on International Drive.
The Orange County Sheriff’s Office said the man was climbing the tower when he fell to the bottom platform.
Orange County Fire Rescue said the worker was about halfway up the 450-foot ride, dubbed the world’s tallest swing ride, when he fell onto the platform.