In 2002 , Strong was given the United States Parachute Association 's Meritorious Service award .
He was inducted into the first class of the Skydiving Hall of Fame last year with more than 5,000 jumps under his belt .
In 2002 , Strong was given the United States Parachute Association 's Meritorious Service award , and he was inducted into the first class of the Skydiving Hall of Fame last year with more than 5,000 jumps under his belt .