These are extraordinary pictures of a parachute jump which could've brought down a plane and 17 skydivers. A skilled parachutist had to slash himself free after his chute opened and he became snagged on the tail. | 7NEWS Sydney

An Australian skydiver survived a heart-stopping parachute mishap while 15,000 feet in the air. The skydiver was getting ready to jump when his reserve parachute opened up and got caught on the plane's wing. He used a hook knife to free himself. Fortunately, he landed safely with only minor injuries. | Today Show