What Do Tandem Skydive Photo and Video Packages Cost?
Media package prices at five US dropzones, from $89 basic video to $229 combo bundles, with full jump-plus-media totals and checkout fees to watch for.
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Can You Skydive If You Are Afraid of Heights?
A fear of heights usually won't stop you from skydiving. Here's why it often fades at altitude and how to prep if you're nervous.
What Is the Best Time of Year to Skydive?
Spring and fall suit most first skydives. See how location, weather and crowds change the best season, with dropzone details for each.
What to Wear for a Tandem Skydive in Cold Weather
Layers, long pants, closed shoes and gloves for a cold tandem skydive, plus what the dropzone's jumpsuit covers and what to leave in the car.
Who gets turned away from a bungee jump?
Age, weight, pregnancy, health, and intoxication rules that get people turned away from bungee jumps, plus how to check before you drive there.
Can you skydive with glasses or contacts?
Yes, you can skydive in glasses or contacts. Learn what dropzones provide, what to tell your instructor, and how long to wait after LASIK.
What is the weight limit for a tandem skydive, and what does the extra fee cover?
Most US tandem skydive weight limits fall between about 230 and 275 lb. Here's what the extra fee covers and how to check before booking.
Who Has to Report a Skydiving Accident, and to Whom?
Find out who must report a skydiving accident to the NTSB, USPA, or OSHA, what counts as reportable, and how and when to file.
How old is too old for a tandem skydive?
No US age cap applies to tandem skydiving. Learn which health, weight, and mobility checks matter before you book.
Is BASE Jumping From a Building Legal in the United States?
Jumping off a building in the US is usually a trespassing crime, not a BASE jumping crime. Here's why permission matters and where jumps are legal.
How Much Height Does a Wingsuit BASE Jump Need?
Experienced jumpers suggest about 500 m of total height for a wingsuit BASE jump, but experience matters more. Here's why, and what the rules say.
Will a late-October tandem skydive get canceled for wind?
Wind can delay a tandem skydive, but no national limit exists. Learn who makes the call, typical dropzone limits, and rebooking rules.