Concord, United States – Video from the point of view of a U.S. Army Parachute Team member shows a jump ahead of the NASCAR Coca Cola 600 in Concord, North Carolina, on May 24, 2026.

The footage captures Staff Sgt. Jon Schmertzler of the U.S. Army Parachute Team during the descent while carrying the American flag.

The skydive takes place as part of the pre-race events for the NASCAR Coca Cola 600.

The video shows the parachutist in motion as the flag is carried through the air during the jump in Concord.

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