Who's First?

Will the new glass-bottomed U-turn of a vista point overlooking the Grand Canyon become the launching platform first for BASE jumper with a parachute, or for a suicide leap? 4,000 feet is tempting to both groups of people.

Construction of the Skywalk, at top/center

Skywalk artist's rendering

The tempered, laminated Skywalk glass, which is more than two inches thick, was manufactured at a plant in Cologne, Germany. It contains less iron oxide than regular glass, increasing clarity. It's capable of withstanding a magnitude 8.0 earthquake and winds of 100 miles per hour.

Hualapai Tribe leaders make a ceremonial walk Tuesday afternoon.

The tempered, laminated Skywalk glass, which is more than two inches thick, was manufactured at a plant in Cologne, Germany. It contains less iron oxide than regular glass, increasing clarity. It's capable of withstanding a magnitude 8.0 earthquake and winds of 100 miles per hour.

Height comparison to famous towers of the world

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