I base jumped off one of the highest buildings in the world.

I don't like to rate myself; others can do that. I've spoken with a number of young people who weren't even born in 1969, when the first moon landing was made. They've witnessed the first person to fly at faster than speed of the sound without propulsion. These kids are happy to have had such a momentous event in their lifetime.

Heroes don't wear diapers. It's just not cool.

I want to inspire the next generation. I want to be in mission control with someone younger than me wanting to break my record.

If you want to do something extraordinary, there's always risk involved. I was always willing to take that risk.

It feels great to be on top of the world but the greatest feeling is when your feet are on the ground.

I would've never dreamt that my skydive would trigger such gushing enthusiasm. I still don't really understand exactly what I've accomplished, although I always suspected it would be a truly spectacular moment.