Analytical Solution to the Falling Parachutist Problem
A parachutist of mass 68.1 kg jumps out of a stationary hot air balloon. Use Eq. (1.10)
\upsilon (t)= \frac{gm}{c} \left(1 - e^{-(c/m)t}\right) (1.10)
to compute velocity prior to opening the chute. The drag coeffi cient is equal to 12.5 kg/s.