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What is Tandem Jumping?
This adventure is great for your first jump. You are directly attached
to the instructor and parachute system. You free fall with your
instructor, you pull the ripcord and your instructor helps you guide
the parachute down to a safe landing.
What is the USPA?
United States Parachute Association is the nations self private
regulatory body for skydiving. They work together with the FAA to
set standards and give us rules and regulations. Your staff are
all rated instructors and members of the USPA. We exceed the normal
industry standard.
What does it feel like?
It is hard to describe what it feels like. There is no feeling of
falling as you might get on a roller coaster. A feeling of weightlessness
is how most describe it.
How long is the jump?
After a 20 minute ground course and some paperwork you gear up and
go. The airplane ride is about 30 minutes all the way up to 8,500
to 13,500ft MSL, we go the highest in Las Vegas. You free fall for
about 40 seconds at 120 mph. You pull the parachute ripcord or your
instructor will do it for you. The parachute ride is 4-5 minutes
and you can help on the landing.
What type of airplane and how high?
We operate two Cessna 206's. All are maintained by FAA Aircraft
Mechanics and flown by FAA Commercial pilots. We follow all FAA
Regulations for maintenance and safety protocols.
What type of equipment do you use?
All parachute rigs are equipped with a state of the art glider ram
air parachute and a Computerized Automatic Emergency Opener. All
reserve parachutes are repacked every 120 days by a FAA certified
parachute rigger.
What if the parachute does not open?
It is extremely rare that the main parachute does not work, but
if it happens your instructor will just use the reserve parachute,
that's it. Its like flying an airplane, before the pilot takes off
he has a checklist and systems check, we do the same. The tandem
master is highly trained and ready to deal with any issues.
What should I wear?
Tennis shoes or athletic shoes with no hooks, T-shirt, jeans or
shorts, bring a sweater in winter time. We will provide you with
a jumpsuit, goggles, ear plugs and gloves. If you don't have shoes
we can also provide those to you at no additional cost.
What if I don't want to jump?
You're the boss, if you don't want to jump you don't have to, your
instructor will ride the plane down with you if you want. If it
comforts you, the instructor would rather jump. Most skydivers feel
more safe jumping then landing with the airplane.
Passengers with a Disability
Our tandem instructors can accommodate passengers with a disability.
Please notify us in the "special requests" box on
the booking page when making your reservation.
What if the weather is bad?
It's very unusual that we have to cancel because of bad weather.
The weather is sometimes different on the Las Vegas strip, so call
ahead to find out.
Transportation?
We offer free pickup service from the Monte Carlo Resort
& Casino for all jumpers, we do not provide transportation
for spectators but if you drive yourself you are welcome to
bring as many observers as you like.
Restrictions?
All jumpers must be over 18 years old with a government issued ID
or passport and in good health. If you have a physical challenge,
please call in advance to make arrangements. Weight limit is 245
lbs per person. (weight restrictions do apply)
Happy Sky diving - We look forward to jumping with you soon …
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