They call me Fearless Felix.

I can't bear the thought of my mother having to push me around in a wheelchair. I'd rather die quickly.

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

Extreme sport has only ever been about goals and the ways to achieve these goals. Adrenaline plays a part, but it's never in the foreground.

I'm more a competitive person.

One of the most exciting moments was standing out on top of the world, 30 seconds before stepping off.

Aviation - and space travel, in particular - have always been especially captivating.