Dwarf sky diver in horror crash weeks after permission to use specially-adapted gear
A KEEN skydiver has been killed in a parachute accident has been named as Pamela Gower.
Self-confessed 'crazy trainee skydiver' Pamela Gower in action
The 49-year-old died after smashing into a parked car when her parachute failed to open properly.
Ms Gower, who suffered from dwarfism, was taken to hospital by air ambulance after the accident where died from her injuries.
Family members said she was a self-confessed "crazy trainee skydiver" who lived life to the full and died what she loved doing.
Pamela Gower and her instructor get ready to jump
Durham Police said the accident at Shotton Colliery, County Durham, will be investigated by authorities, including the British Parachute Association.
The coroner has been informed and a post mortem examination will be carried out.
Mrs Gower's cousin Anthony Cairns paid tribute to her online and said: "RIP Pamela Gower, we will all always love you so much.
Pamela Gower pictured mid-jump
She certainly lived life to the full that's for sure
"It is with great sadness I would like to share the unfortunate news that my lovely cousin Pamela Gower passed away yesterday afternoon after her parachute failed to open properly.
"She certainly lived life to the full that's for sure.
"Just makes you are aware that you have to make the most of life as you have no idea when it is likely to be taken away from you.
Pamela Gower preparing for another parachute jump
“She was doing exactly that I guess, doing what she loved."
A spokesman for Durham Police said: "Our thoughts are with Miss Gower's family at this difficult time. They have asked to be left in peace to grieve."
Pamela Gower in action
Ms Gower, from Hebburn, South Tyneside, worked as an employment adviser for Remploy, an organisation which provides employment placements for disabled people.
A Remploy spokesman said: "We are shocked and deeply saddened to hear of Pam's tragic accident.
"Pam worked most recently as an employment adviser in our Newcastle branch supporting disabled people into work.
"She had worked for the company for many years and was a valued and respected member of the Remploy team.
"Our thoughts are with her family, friends and work colleagues past and present. We will be offering whatever support is required at this very difficult time."