Staying Alive Archives

Aerodyne ICON Containers Grounded in UK

British Skydiving safety bulletin reporting the grounding of Aerodyne ICON containers at British Skydiving affiliated-dropzones.

You’re long and aren’t sure if you can make it back to the dropzone? Pete Lubrano with some tips on flying your canopy safely in a long spot.

Long-time jump pilot Dean Ricci shares what really happens up front and how pilots manage a full day of jump operations at a busy dropzone.

Tired skydivers don’t make dramatically bad decisions. They just stop questioning the ones they’re making. Read up on fatigue as a risk.

Flight-1’s Jason Dicenzo reveals five common canopy piloting mistakes and how to avoid them to improve safety and progression.

After a devastating speed-flying crash, one athlete shares how he recovered from a TBI and returned to the sky.

Before downsizing or swooping, Armando Fattoruso shares these five critical canopy skills to master to reduce risk and fly safely.

A wingsuit jump ended in a CYPRES activation after deployment problems at low altitude, showing how small risk factors can escalate quickly.

Choosing the right skydive is a big act of safety. Decision-making on the ground prevents incidents and protects your longevity in the sport.

Christy West explains when tracking toward jump run is okay, addressing common concerns and clearing up misconceptions for skydivers.