Frequently ASKED QUESTIONS
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To give you a better idea what to expect on your first skydive and help you prepare for it, we’ve put together the most common skydiving FAQs below. If you have additional questions about jumping, just contact us!
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
How old do you have to be skydive?
How high do you skydive from?
How far will I fall?
Is there a weight limit?
The weight limit for tandem skydiving is 200lbs for women and 220lbs for men. These limits are flexible up to 280lbs based on height compared to weight for an additional fee.
Can I bring a camera on my skydive?
What if the parachute doesn't open?
Parachutes are designed to open! In the unlikely event you experience a problem with the main parachute, you can rest assured there is always a secondary back-up reserve parachute. Thanks to technology we even have a small computer on board called an automatic activation device that will automatically deploy the reserve parachute if need be.
Can my friends and family watch me skydive?
How much does skydiving cost?
Check out our pricing page for more details. Your tandem includes everything from the gear rental to the instruction as well as the jump itself. There are NO hidden fees. The only additional cost would be for an optional media package if you so choose. See all skydiving prices.
What should I wear for skydiving?
Athletic wear or active wear like gym shorts, leggings/yoga pants, or t-shirts are our first choices for what to wear skydiving when it is warm. If the weather is cool, layer up! Thin insulated base layers beneath long sleeves and long pants make for the perfect chilly skydiving attire.
How long is the parachute ride?
A typical skydive lasts five to six minutes, with approximately 60 seconds of that spent in freefall and four to five minutes on the parachute ride down.
How safe is skydiving?
Tandem skydiving has the strongest safety statistics of any type of jump, with only 0.003 fatalities per thousand jumps over the past 10 years. You’re more likely to be struck by lightning or win the lottery than to die on a tandem skydive. In fact, it can be said the most dangerous part of skydiving is driving to the dropzone. The United States Parachute Association publishes current safety information which is available on their website.
