Cool, dramatic death adds to the story sure. But mechanics that can commonly at any moment toss a PC death your way is not cool, dramatic, or adding to the story.

Oh! Totally agree! but on the other hand, I also like all combats to be dramatic and relevant. I always warn my PCs not to get into a combat if they are not ready to die. There is always another way.

But yes, for the rest I agree with you.

Well that's the domain of GM hand waiving.

Sure, mechanically you will survive that 150 meter fall while the half dozen storm troopers you dragged down with you will not, but I'm just going to say you die.