More about the jump:
After the ride up to jump altitude, you and your tandem master will step out of the
plane for about approximately 30 seconds of freefall. At about 5000 feet, the
parachute will be opened and you will have another couple of minutes of canopy ride
before touching down. You're friends and family can be near the area to take photos
and greet you!
When can we jump?
Tandem jumps take place on Wednesdays and Friday evenings, Saturdays and Sundays all
day. We will also try to accommodate special requests. The tandem season begins in
April and ends in October.
How do I sign up for a tandem?
We prefer that you use our on-line registration link. It is safe, secure and you
reserve the spot that you want instantly. You can also print off the tandem
registration form from our website. Fill it out and mail it, along with your
deposit(s), to the mailing address on the form. (This method DOES NOT GUARENTEE you
will receive the date you have requested) Sorry, we don't take registrations over
the phone. If mail is your only option please contact our training officer
@402-326-8470 to arrange holding the date you request. Once your registration form
is received, you'll be contacted.
Do you offer group discounts?
We generally don't offer group discounts for tandems. Feel free to contact our
training officer if you have a group of 10 or more and we will see what we can do.
What if I weigh over 220 lbs?
Due to the high speed of tandem freefall and the stress that's put on the tandem
parachute, we must abide by the 220 lb. weight limit in most cases. We can
sometimes accommodate larger jumpers if we can pair them up with a smaller Tandem
Instructor. The jumper must be height /weight proportionate. Safety is always our
number 1 goal.
What to wear:
Tennis shoes are recommended. Although it might seem logical to wear your sturdy
hiking boots, if they have hooks on them they pose a safety issue. Sandals or open
toe shoes do not offer enough support.
The temperature drops as you climb to altitude. We can provide you with a jumpsuit to cover your clothes and add an extra layer. On cooler days on the ground, it's recommended you wear jeans and a sweatshirt for warmth. You may also bring a thin pair of gloves, which must be approved to wear on the jump. Please wear something that you don't mind getting dirty or grass stained.
Long hair must be tied up for your own safety. We'll provide you with a soft helmet as well.
Piercings, beyond the normal ear types, and jewelry should be removed as well for your safety.
How large of a group can sign up for tandems?
We prefer the groups to be 10 people or less. We will accept larger groups but
please call for availability. If your group is larger than 12, you could also sign
up to jump during our annual club boogie...which is held in late July...at the
Plattsmouth's Airport. We can accept groups of any size during this event. More info
regarding our boogie can be found on our website.
What if we get weathered out?
You may call ahead or show up for your scheduled class (it's up to you). We can
always train you. It's the jumping that we may have to postpone. We'll simply
re-schedule the actual jump for another day.
How many tandems jump at one time?
We have the ability to take 2 people at the same time if 2 tandem instructors are
available. If you choose to have your skydive on video we can only take one tandem
at a time. During our club boogie (3rd or 4th weekend in July), we can jump several
at a time. Navigate through our website for more info regarding our club boogie.
I have other questions that aren't answered here. Who do I contact to answer my
questions?
Contact our training officer. Phone # 402-326-8470 The e-mail address is
tandem@skydivelspc.com (if you choose e-mail, Please use Tandem Inquiries as the
Subject Line).