Not recommended for people with disorders of the musculoskeletal system, diseases of the cardiovascular system, mental disorders, children under 10 years of age and pregnant women. Jumping with people weighing more than 120 kg is not allowed. At the Chayka Airfield every day there is a doctor on duty who can provide the first necessary aid.
Is it possible to get injured during a tandem jump?
Tandem jump with an instructor is the safest type of jump. If you follow all the instructions of the tandem instructor, then the risk of injury will be minimal. The statistics of injuries and accidents for tandem jumps are extremely small. But you need to understand that parachuting is an extreme sport.
If the parachute will not open during a tandem jump?
All parachute systems at Chayka Airfield are equipped with a reserve parachute, which an experienced instructor opens when necessary. All tandem instructors have special emergency response skills and experience in reserve parachute management, without which it is impossible to obtain a tandem master license. Moreover, all parachute systems are equipped with a safety device that automatically activates the reserve parachute if the descent rate exceeds…
What are the weight limits for a tandem jump?
The weight limit is 120 kilograms, which is the maximum load on the parachute system for a tandem instructor with a passenger.
What are the age restrictions for a tandem jump?
There are practically no age restrictions for a tandem jump, since an experienced tandem instructor takes over all the work. Minor children are allowed from 10 years with conscious desire for skydiving and written permission from parents. For older people, restrictions can only be associated with health, problems with the cardiovascular system and mental disabilities.
How long does a tandem jump take on average?
Starting from the moment of briefing and until landing at the airfield, approximately 45 minutes will pass in time: 20 minutes of putting on equipment and briefing; 20 minutes by plane before the jump; 1 minute of free fall; 3-5 minutes of flight under the canopy.
What is the height of a tandem jump with an instructor?
The height of the jump with the tandem instructor is 4000-4200 meters, the height of the parachute opening is 1500 meters.
What to take with you for a tandem jump with an instructor?
Documents proving your identity. Shoes with thick soles, rigidly attached to the foot (for example, sports sneakers). In late autumn, winter and early spring, we recommend taking gloves, thermal underwear or a tracksuit over which you can wear a jumpsuit. Support group and good mood!
When do I have to arrive for the Static Line jump?
Signing up for a pre-jump briefing takes place from 8:00 to 9:00 at the Chayka Airfield. Persons who arrived after 9:00 am are not allowed to listen to the briefing and jump on this day. The briefing lasts about 3.5 hours.
What are the age restrictions for the Static Line jump?
People aged 16 and over are allowed to perform parachute jump under the Static Line program. For older people, restrictions can only be for health reasons. Allowed people without mental disabilities and cardiovascular diseases, in good physical shape.