A paratrooper with the 82nd Airborne Division's 1st Brigade Combat Team clutches her reserve parachute and keeps her feet and knees together while her T-11 parachute inflates over Luzon Drop Zone, Sept. 27, on Fort Bragg, N.C. Paratroopers from throughout the 82nd Abn. Div. participated in cultural exchange jumps with jumpmasters from the Brazilian army. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Mary S. Katzenberger) (U.S. Army)

Paratroopers from throughout the 82nd Aborne Division participated in cultural exchange through the sky with jumpmasters from the Brazilian army. Here's a first-person account in photos.

This is a preview of content that is currently available to Stars and Stripes Tablet Edition readers. Subscribers enjoy first access to the latest feature stories, exclusive photo galleries and more. The iPad app offers a free 7-day preview and then three convenient and low-priced subscription plans. Read more about the Stars and Stripes Tablet Edition or download it for free from the App Store today.