When are your open?
When should I arrive for my appointment?
I've never jumped before.
What kind of a jump can I do? When and how can I make my first jump?
How do I get a license or become certified to skydive so I can jump myself without supervision?
Who packs the parachute I'll be jumping?
How much does it cost?
Do you have group rates or discounts for college students?
Do I need to make an appointment to make a jump?
Where are you located and how do I get there?
What should I wear?
How old do I have to be, Is there an age limit?
I'm not 18 years old, can my parents or guardian sign for me?
I am a heavy or big person, is that OK? What if I am too old or in poor physical condition? What kind of weather is required to jump or what if the weather is bad?
How high will we be when we jump from the plane?
How long / far will I fall before the parachute opens?
Can I take a camera along with me?
Can I have a video or photograph made of my jump?
Why would anyone jump form a perfectly good airplane?
Can I have my friend take pictures or video my jump?
Can I get a Gift Certificate?
I have another question, how can I contact you?

When are your open?

• All year (52 weeks).
       Wednesdays through Friday .................. noon to dark.
       Saturdays and Sundays ......................... 8 AM eastern to dark.
• However, if WHAS in Louisville KY forecasts the daytime high temperature to be less than 40 degrees we may adjust our hours to noon to dark on Saturdays and Sundays. Give us a call.
• We will open almost any time providing there are enough people wanting to jump!
• We try to take Monday our day off.

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 When should I arrive for my appointment?

• Arrive at the stated time for your appointment.  We get a lot of calls on this one. Say you have an appointment for 9:30 AM, please arrive at the skydiving center at 9:30 AM.  At that time we'll will begin the process of; payment, registration, video waiver, waiver completion, waiver review, training, manifesting for aircraft, assignment of staff, training, pre boarding prep, pre-jump practice, the ride up, the jump, the parachute ride, post jump activities, explanation of what's next.

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I've never jumped before. What kind of a jump can I do?

• Tandem Jumping, You and one of your tandem instructors jump out, free fall, and land together under the same parachute system. Training only takes about ten to fifteen minutes. (tandem training is specific to making a skydive in tandem with one of our instructors. It is not a substitute for a Static line or accelerated first jump course which are MUCH more comprehensive and structured to me the for the first time solo jumper). To schedule your tandem jump call 270-723-3587 for an appointment. Walk-ons are welcome, but we highly recommend you call in advance. More Tandem Information.
• Static line, You jump by yourself from 3,200 feet. The opening of the parachute is initiated by a Static line, which is attached to the airplane. April Thur October we conduct a Static line first jump courses every Saturday and Sunday beginning at 9:30 am (eastern time). No appointment is required for the Static line first jump course April Thur October. November Thur March, call 270 723 3587 to schedule an appointment for your course. More Static line Information.
• Accelerated Free fall (AFF), You accumulate 120 seconds of free fall time utilizing Tandem jumps and then advance to AFF. AFF jumps exit from 12,000 feet and are accompanied by an AFF Instructor who goes alongside you in free fall. If you want to be on the FAST TRACK to becoming a skydiver and want personal one-on-one training this is what you're looking for. AFF is by appointment only, call 270-723-3587 to schedule your jump! More AFF Information.

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Who Packs the Parachute?

• Well, there are two answers here. One for your main parachute and one for your reserve parachute. When you make your jump you will be wearing both installed in one harness and container system. required by the FAA.
• The main parachute which is the one you intend to land. Per Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR'S), Parts 105.43 & 105.45: The main parachute may be packed by either: 1) a certificated parachute rigger, 2) a non-certificated person packing under the direct supervision of a certificated parachute rigger, or 3) the person making the next jump with that parachute.
• Also it follows that in the case of a tandem parachute system (two people, instructor and student under same parachute) the main parachute my only be packed the parachutist-in-command making the next jump with that parachute or a certificated parachute rigger.
• The other parachute is called the reserve parachute (the back-up parachute). Per Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR'S), Parts 105.43 & 105.45: The only person who can legally pack it is an FAA-certificated parachute rigger.
• Read the actual regulation from the Federal Aviation Administration, D.O.T. website and scroll down to sections 105.43 and 105.4.

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How much does a skydive cost?

• Complete Price Lists, for a group of 5 or more.

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Do you have group rates or discounts for college students?

• Yes, college students receive $20 off their first jump with presentation of their college ID.
• Yes, military personnel receive a $20 discount off their first jump with presentation of ID.
• Yes, groups of 5 or more making their first jumps receive a $20 discount per person.
• View our complete price list.

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Do I need to make and appointment to Jump?

• Tandem – We highly recommend that you make reservation! During the summer as much as 6 weeks may be needed to reserve a jump on Saturday from noon to dark. During the winter a week or two is usually enough. Walk-ons are welcome as resources are available but persons with appointments will have preference.
• Static line – Please call to let us know what day you want to come out so we can have the necessary staffing and resources prepared.
• Accelerated Free fall (AFF) – A reservation is required to make an AFF jump.

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Where are you located and how do I get there?

• Skydive Kentucky is located on the Elizabethtown Regional Airport in Elizabethtown, Kentucky.
• Our address is Skydive Kentucky®, 1824 Kitty Hawk Drive, Elizabethtown, KY, 42701.
• Visit our complete detailed directions page.

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What should I wear?

• Dress comfortable for the current weather.
• Shorts and T-shirt are fine for hot days. For cooler weather, long pants and sleeves.
• For weather 50 degrees and less, bring your gloves (leather is preferable).
• Tennis shoes are recommended for tandem skydives. We have jumpsuits and goggles for you to use during your jump.
• If you dress as if you were going to be out of doors, say a fishing or camping trip you should be fine.
• Things to avoid!....
  • Short shorts, once we put you in the harness you may find that there isn't enough material in your crotch to keep you covered.
  • Pants that are baggy in the crotch. All that material bunches up and it's not comfortable.
  • Shirts that cover your shoulders. In hot weather friction burns can happen in your shoulder near your arm pit.
  • Ladies, some tops may not keep you contained.
  • Body piercings. This is the day to leave them home. Especially those located in the crotch or chest. It has happened that the leg straps yanked on them. Ouch!...

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Is there an age limit to jump?

• Yes, you must be 18 years of age to skydive at our parachute center.
• If you are over 50 years old we request a statement from your physician attesting to you fitness to participate.

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Can my parents or guardian sign for me if I'm not yet 18 years old?

• *** NO! *** You must be 18 years of age to skydive at our skydiving center.

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I am a heavy person, is that OK?

• Tandem – We have a weight restriction for anyone weighing more than 210 pounds. We have a weight limit of 230 pounds. We let the tandem instructors take persons over 210 pounds at their digression up to 230 pounds. We have weigh scales at the registration counter and we use them. Their final answer depends on several factors; the current weather conditions, your size and shape, your combined weight, etc. While a smaller instructor might allow for a heavier student, the smaller tandem must be able to manage the size and shape of the student while moving about in the airplane, falling through the sky, and landing under canopy. Keep in mind that heavier people tend to fall faster and land harder. If you are over 210 pounds, or near this weight and not tall for your weight the best thing to do is to call us.
• Static line and Accelerated Free Fall Harness Hold - You may weigh no more than a maximum weight of 230 lbs. (180 lbs. for average women) is strictly enforced. These limitations are placed on the parachute equipment by the Federal Aviation Administration as the maximum safe exit weights.
• Read more details about weight restrictions, the law, and the manufactures imposed limitations on skydiving gear.

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What if I am too old or in poor physical condition

• If you are over 50 years of age, we request a medical statement from your doctor attesting to your fitness to participate in skydiving activities. We also assess your individual ability to participate in skydiving.
• We may not take you if your weight exceeds 210 pounds, your weight is not in proportion to your weight, or you are in poor health.
• We reserve the right not to let you jump, if we feel that it is not safe for you to do so.

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What if the weather is bad?

• First, it may seem obvious but, if you aren't at the parachute center it won't be possible for you to jump!
• Frequently in our area the weather where you are may not be good but just a few miles away nice day. Or, in just a short time it can change drastically.
• Call us just before you get into your car to come out to the parachute center. We will walk outside, look up, and inform you at that time if the weather is not suitable for you to jump that day.
• Please take notice that if the weather is not suitable for jumping, Static line and AFF first jump ground school will be conducted rain or shine!
• In addition, bad weather days are great for learning how to pack! In fact, we feel that there is a lot that of experience that the student skydiver can gain just being at the drop zone.
• Visit our weather page for more information.

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How high will I jump from?

• Tandem - 10,000 feet.
• Static line - 3,200 feet minimum.
• Accelerated Free fall (AFF) – 12,000 feet.

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How long / far will I fall before the parachute opens?

• Tandem - about 30 seconds or about a mile.
• Static line - about three to six seconds or the length of the Static line.
• Accelerated Free fall (AFF) - about 45 seconds or about a mile and a half.

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Can I take a camera along?

• Sorry but NO, you will be busy doing other more important things.

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Can I have a video or photograph made of my jump?

• Yes, dependent upon resources available at the time.

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Why would anyone jump form a perfectly good airplane?

• While there is as many wisecrack answers to this age-old question the truth is that it puts all your earthly fears into a more manageable perspective. Skydiving inspires such complete focus of attention, that all other worries, aggravations and frustrations are forgotten. It charges you with such energy and spirit that vitality lost to the mundane world snaps back with invigorating speed. Last but not least the sport of skydiving attracts some of the most interesting people on earth!

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Can I have my friend take pictures or video my jump?

• Yes, but they must do it from the ground and stay within the spectator area.

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Can I get a gift certificate?

• Of course! You can get your gift certificates here!

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