Is it a bird? Is it a plane? Holy … what was that?

You remember those words right? Well, maybe not the last phrase although that’s what hooked me when I saw this video. I knew right away that it qualified as an X-factor post.

I remember that incredible scene from Tomb Raider: Cradle of Life. You know, the one where Lara jumps out of a building under construction and soars through the air like a bird in a flying suit before parachuting into Hong Kong harbour.

Here’s the behind the scenes making of the above stunt.

Wingsuit over Hong Kong

I must warn you though, it’s not for the faint of heart, even viewing it could result in an adrenalin rush. Check it out and remember to leave a comment as to what you thought of it.

** Updated June 2019 **

Youtube no longer have that video available, so here’s one in China – a wingsuit race over the rugged landscape.