Why Skydive?
Skydiving inspires such complete focus of attention that all other worries, aggravations and frustrations are forgotten. It charges you with such energy, spirit, and vitality that can be lost through years of ordinary life. The mundane world snaps back with invigorating speed. Skydiving inspires freedom of spirit, and attracts some of the most interesting people on earth!

Are there any age limitations?
You must be at least 19 years of age to skydive.

What are the weight limits?
You can skydive if you weigh up to 285 Lbs. Due to the advanced experience level of our full time professional jumpmasters and our use of state of the art equipment, Alabama Skydiving Center can allow you to skydive at weights up to 285 lbs. You may find small non-professional part time skydiving operations that have weight limits far below 285 lbs, due solely to lack of experience or inadequate equipment. Jump only with a FULL TIME PROFESSIONAL skydiving center.

What kind of plane will I jump out of?
You will be jumping from a professionally maintained TURBINE aircraft! The safest aircraft available in Alabama for your skydive.

How much does it cost?
The cost varies with the type of skydive you make. We offer student and Group rates and Military discounts. All prices are made available through our free reservation line at 1-205-SKY-DIVE (759-3483).

How long will it take to make my first jump?
For a tandem skydive, plan on at least 2 hours. An AFF level 1 skydive takes a good portion of the day.

What will the skydive feel like?
It is nearly impossible to accurately describe. The sensation of freefall is more like flying than falling. The parachute flight is inspiring. This portion of the skydive can be anything from an exciting roller coaster type event to a quiet and exhilarating flight around the open skies. Many say that their skydive has been one the greatest things that has ever happened to them. For some, their skydive is life changing.

What kind of parachute will we use?
The parachutes used are specially designed, large Elliptical "ram-airs". A "ram-air" is a high-technology Elliptical parachute, as opposed to the old-style round parachutes, or even first generation square parachutes.

What happens if the parachute doesn't open?
In the very unlikely event that the main parachute doesn't open properly, there is a reserve parachute in the top of the container which has been inspected and packed by an FAA certified parachute rigger. All of our reserve parachutes are equipped with the most reliable and modern AAD's (Automatic Activation Device) available, the CYPRES. (Many other Drop Zones use lower end AAD's. Always ask about this!) Alabama Skydiving Center utilizes this system for your enhanced safety. This is a backup system only.