MythBusters S4E28 — 22,000-Foot Fall
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MythBusters•Season 4•Episode 28

22,000-Foot Fall

7.6/10 · 151 votesDec 13, 2006

Ranked #7 of 28 in Season 4•+0.2 vs season avg

Discussion

Is it possible to survive a 22,000 foot fall using the blast from a 1,000 pound bomb to break the fall? Is electricity saved by switching off the lights when leaving a room?

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Episode Summary

"22,000-Foot Fall" is episode 28 of MythBusters season 4. It scored 7.6/10 from 151 votes, ranking #7 of 28 episodes this season (season average 7.4). It aired on December 13, 2006.

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