New to skydiving? We answer the most common questions about safety, parachutes, and how modern skydiving really works.
Common Questions About Skydiving, Answered Read More »
A firsthand account of a skydiving accident, paralysis, recovery, and the realities of rebuilding life after a life-changing injury.
Injury Recovery Series: Gary Pacelli Read More »
This article looks at a real CYPRES activation, why it happened, and what it teaches us about altitude awareness and decision-making.
CYPRES AFF Saves. Normal. Not Normal. Read More »
High level flying asks a lot of the mind. We share three performance skills used in professional sports that translate well to flying.
Performance Skills for High-Level Flying Read More »
Inspired by Skydive Arizona’s Junk Days, Guardians of the Drop reimagines junk jumps with bigger objects, planning, and crew.
Guardians of the Drop Read More »
Skydiving leaders share their 2026 goals: recovery, smarter training, long-term projects, and more fun in the sky.
2026 Goals & Resolutions from Leaders in the Sport Read More »
How overconfidence and limited experience can lead to poor decisions in skydiving, and why humility and mentorship matter for safety.
The Dunning-Kruger Effect in Skydiving Read More »
A practical look at skydiving and tunnel flying progression, setting goals, choosing coaches, and making the most of your training time.
Progression: Invest in Yourself and Your Goals Read More »
Practical travel tips for skydivers flying with their gear, from carry-on vs checked rigs to airline rules, TSA, and international travel.
Travel Tips for Skydivers Read More »
A reserve deployment on climb out led to an extreme emergency. Why staying calm and thinking clearly can save lives.
A Lesson in Staying Calm Read More »
