A remarkable birthday celebration took place in Barre, New York, where a 105-year-old Navy veteran went skydiving. This thrilling experience was a bucket list item for the veteran, who was cheered on by family and neighbors.

The veteran completed a tandem skydive, and his achievement is now being followed by an attempt to set a Guinness record. He is eyeing this record at the age of 106.

Further details about this inspiring story are available from WOAI News 4, the local NBC affiliate.