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Collective preparation was key to the success \u2013 Photo by Ewan Cowie<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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The Incredible Challenge of Freefly in France<\/h4><\/div>\n\n\n\n

In August 2024, the Azelot airfield became the backdrop for an unforgettable moment in the world of French skydiving. Over five intense days, a passionate team of freeflyers pushed their limits and established six new French head-up freefly records. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Shared determination <\/strong><\/h4><\/div>\n\n\n\n

This wasn\u2019t just a series of jumps but the culmination of three years of collective preparation, continuous effort, and a shared determination to push the boundaries of the discipline.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The path to these records was anything but easy. Since the first national records were set in 2021, the team had set ambitious goals, steadily progressing toward larger formations. The challenge of head-up freefly is particularly demanding, requiring perfect coordination, technical mastery, and unwavering patience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Unwavering patience \u2013 Photo by Ewan Cowie<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Multiple Records<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

From the start of the five-day event, the team began with 23- and 30-way formations. By the third day, a 32-way formation was successfully completed. However, the ultimate challenge was to bring together 36 freeflyers in a single formation. After several attempts, it was finally on the seventh jump that this milestone was reached \u2014 an emotional moment that will forever be etched in the memories of all participants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

One of the key factors in this success was the strategic adjustment made by the team. With a core base of 10 experienced flyers, surrounded by a group of 26 stingers, the formation was built methodically, step by step. This progressive approach, inspired by methods from the “Stand Together” group, allowed the team to maximize their chances of success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

an emotional moment that will forever be etched in our memories<\/p><\/blockquote><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

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36-way Head-up Record \u2013\u00a0 Photo by Ewan Cowie<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Shared moments<\/strong><\/h4><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Beyond the large formation records, the team also took the time to involve reserve jumpers by setting two new sequential records. These shared moments reinforced the spirit of solidarity and unity that was at the heart of this adventure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Extraordinary teamwork<\/strong><\/h4><\/div>\n\n\n\n

This collective achievement is a true tribute to three years of intense training and joint effort. While France now holds the largest national European head-up freefly record with 36 skydivers, the true significance lies not in the number but in the collaboration, humility, and commitment of each participant. This project demonstrated that even in the face of great challenges, a united and motivated team can accomplish extraordinary feats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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15-way Head-up Sequential Record, first point \u2013\u00a0 Photo by Ewan Cowie <\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Acknowledgments<\/strong><\/h4><\/div>\n\n\n\n

A project of this magnitude could not have been realized without the involvement and support of many people. We would like to express our gratitude to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n