Sep 22 2016

Make-A-Save

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Safety is a priority for us at Skydive Kentucky. We highly value fun and safety so our staff spends time training and teaching
you about our equipment and skydiving. So we are proud to join with USPA in the Make-A-Save campaign. According to USPA, “Simple gear checks could have prevented as many as 20 skydiving fatalities since 1999.” No matter your level of experience, we should all redouble our efforts in checking our own and other’s gear on every jump.

By emphasizing the need for gear checks, we could prevent unnecessary accidents and we will be saving lives.

If you have stories, pictures or videos of gear saves send them to USPA by emailing safety@uspa.org. Skydive Kentucky’s first rule is “Have Fun!” Staying safe during our jumps is one of the ways we have fun!

Sep 22 2016

Jumping in the Heat

There’s a saying in Kentucky that goes, “If you don’t like the weather, wait a minute.” Even as we head into October, the average temperature in central Kentucky is around 85 degrees. It may be time for Pumpkin Spice Lattes, but don’t let that fool you – it can still be scorching. With that in mind, we want you to be prepared for jumping during hot weather.
Of course, you need to stay hydrated. Skydiving is a very physical activity so drink plenty of water. Higher temperatures also impact your parachute and the airplane. Due to higher density altitude your parachute will descend more quickly. When it’s extremely hot, you should avoid big maneuvers. As for the airplane, be aware that high temps will cause the climb rates to be slower. As with any jump, you should always be patient and aware of your surroundings.

Contact Skydive Kentucky to schedule your jump today!

Sep 21 2016

Types of Jumps

Skydive Kentucky offers three types of jumps so you can experience the thrill of skydiving.

Skydivers Tandem Skydiving is a popular option for first time jumpers because it offers an introduction to the sport while you are harnessed safely with a trained instructor. After 30 seconds of free-fall you get to pull the ripcord to release the parachute (of course, your instructor will be there to back you up).

Skydive Kentucky also offers Static Line Skydiving. If you are looking to solo jump on your first day, then Static Link Skydiving is for you. On this jump, the skydiver falls away from the plane and the deployment of the main canopy is initiated by a “static line” attached to the aircraft.

Our third type of jump offered at Skydive Kentucky is the Accelerated Freefall. While the training for this type of jump is extensive, you will experience a 50 second free-fall on your first jump. You will exit the plane with two USPA Accelerated Freefall Instructors that maintain a grip on your harness and give you in-air instruction via hand signals.

Whatever jump you decide on, the first rule at Skydive Kentucky is “Have Fun!” So schedule your jump with us today!

Feb 10 2016

Safety Day 2016

Punxsutawney Phil predicted an early spring this year, which hopefully means great skydiving weather is on the way! And Skydive Kentucky wants you to be as prepared as possible for your upcoming jumps. Join us on Saturday, March 12 at 5:00 PM for Safety Day.

Safety Day is designed to help inform jumpers of new developments and review important information and procedures. We will also have a hands-on review and practice of safety procedures, seminars from skydiving operation professionals and experts and equipment evaluations. Jumpers of all experience levels are welcome to attend this important and fun event. You can also congratulate our newest USPA safety and training advisor, Mike Bratcher. RSVP through our Safety Day Event Page on Facebook and we will see you then!

Feb 05 2016