Experienced Skydiver Archives

Guardians of the Drop

Inspired by Skydive Arizona’s Junk Days, Guardians of the Drop reimagines junk jumps with bigger objects, planning, and crew.

Skydiving leaders share their 2026 goals: recovery, smarter training, long-term projects, and more fun in the sky.

How overconfidence and limited experience can lead to poor decisions in skydiving, and why humility and mentorship matter for safety.

A practical look at skydiving and tunnel flying progression, setting goals, choosing coaches, and making the most of your training time.

Practical travel tips for skydivers flying with their gear, from carry-on vs checked rigs to airline rules, TSA, and international travel.

Pete Lubrano shares OperationVK Dynamic Flow and how 36 Valkyrie pilots built large, dynamic canopy formations, advancing modern flocking.

What every skydiver must know about aircraft emergencies, jumper responsibility, and real-world safety lessons from the pilot’s seat.

A curated list of must-read skydiving books on survival, canopy flight, and mindset, making great gifts for skydivers and BASE jumpers.

World champion Yohann Aby shares the non negotiables of artistic skydiving training, preparation, recovery, and elite performance mindset.

Learn how to land your parachute safely with one arm. This four-minute video explains the techniques every jumper should know..