JUMP Like a PHAROAH
Images and words by Ioannis Vlachiotis
Experienced skydivers from 32 countries had an amazing flying experience over the Egyptian Pyramids
The Great Pyramid of Giza is the oldest monument on the list of the seven wonders of the Ancient World and also the only one left standing. For most, it was the ultimate dream dive and a once in a lifetime opportunity to fly over but also to land just a few meters next to the Great Pyramids.
This February130 skydivers were invited by the official organizers Mustafa Saeed and Mahmoud Sharaf (Skydive Egypt) to jump out of the giant Hercules C130 plane (15000ft). Load organizer the legendary Herman Landsman, did such an amazing professional job, making it all run smoothly without a hitch!
1st load ready for boarding Group 1 & the huge C130 Hercules Jumping a C130 is always a thrill! Captain Fareed Lafta Enjoying freefall What a view! The amazing view under canopy Almost surreal Incredible experience to fly next to a pyramid Landing area Jamie Barajas exit in a “Spiderman” jump Spiderman over the Pyramids Herman Landsman landing by a pyramid FS group exit Unique packing area! Another amazing canpy vista Guarding the LZ by camel! The whole team after the last jump
World champion flyers, experienced belly flyers,
While on the ground, jumpers were busy visiting the Egyptian museum, old Cairo, Nile cruise Luxor – Aswan , Sharm Elshikh scuba diving, having breakfast or dinner in their 5 stars hotel, and at the end of the event a surprise dinner on Nile Pharaoh restaurant boat over the
The event was possible thanks to the cooperation of the Egypt Army, Egypt Air Force, Ministry of Youth & Sports, Antique Ministry, and the Egypt police.
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Images and words by Ioannis Vlachiotis
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