CSpenceFLY 1 #27 August 9, 2011 Quoteoh okay, thank you for explaining that to me.any reason as to why they set there age limit at 18? Prime example why. This question was answered twice in posts above. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
topdocker 0 #28 August 9, 2011 Quote Holy shit. $15 jump tickets to 13.5k? Or have they not updated their site in about 12 years or so? No wonder why people love California!! That is accurate. Cheaper than that if you buy a block of 50. topJump more, post less! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JohnMitchell 16 #29 August 9, 2011 Quote and what dz is that? Kapowsin Air Sports in Shelton WA. www.skydivekapowsin.com It's the only Twin Otter DZ in the Pacific NW. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Roderick 0 #30 August 9, 2011 awsome thanks john! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mchamp 1 #31 August 9, 2011 Quote Holy shit. $15 jump tickets to 13.5k? Or have they not updated their site in about 12 years or so? No wonder why people love California!! I know of a DZ on the east cost that charges $27 for 13.5k and been wanting to check it out the vibe but its slightly far and rather pricey(might be the most expensive in the U.S) but damn I've gotta get out to the West Coast! My DZ's 5k cost more than full altitude out there 27% more to be exact.... edit to add seems that its your home DZ! oops lolFor info regarding lift ticket prices all around the world check out http://www.jumpticketprices.com/dropzones.asp Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
diablopilot 2 #32 August 9, 2011 Ever stop to think WHY Bill can offer $15 jumps? I'd rather jump aircraft that are maintained.---------------------------------------------- You're not as good as you think you are. Seriously. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RIGGER160 0 #33 August 9, 2011 QuoteQuotewas wondering if anyone could lead me in the derection of a list of dropzones that are non-uspa so i can start jumping.only 16 yrs old and after 7 hours of tunnel time im ready for full altitude :) USPA Group Member Dropzones are allowed by USPA to jump 16 year-olds. Don't know why you think otherwise. Each dropzone is an independent business and may set their age limit higher. Most dropzones set their minimum age at the age of legal majority for the state they are in which is 18 in most, but not all, states. It is 19 in Alabama, for instance. West Tennessee Skydiving will let you jump at 16, Tandem or AFF, with fully rated USPA Instructors and whether we are a Group Member Dropzone is irrelevant to this discussion. See http://www.SkydiveKingAir.com Mike Mullins Tandem at 16? Really? Forget about the USPA GM stuff. The manufacturers have made it pretty clear that 18 is the legal age to do tandems Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gjhdiver 0 #34 August 9, 2011 A lot of it can depend on the state you live in Some will allow a parent or guardian to sign for a minor, and in others, they cannot. That doesn't mean you can't jump in those states. It just means that the DZO will have to assume any liability that their waiver was covering them for. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
michaelmullins 79 #35 August 10, 2011 QuoteQuoteQuotewas wondering if anyone could lead me in the derection of a list of dropzones that are non-uspa so i can start jumping.only 16 yrs old and after 7 hours of tunnel time im ready for full altitude :) USPA Group Member Dropzones are allowed by USPA to jump 16 year-olds. Don't know why you think otherwise. Each dropzone is an independent business and may set their age limit higher. Most dropzones set their minimum age at the age of legal majority for the state they are in which is 18 in most, but not all, states. It is 19 in Alabama, for instance. West Tennessee Skydiving will let you jump at 16, Tandem or AFF, with fully rated USPA Instructors and whether we are a Group Member Dropzone is irrelevant to this discussion. See http://www.SkydiveKingAir.com Mike Mullins Tandem at 16? Really? Forget about the USPA GM stuff. The manufacturers have made it pretty clear that 18 is the legal age to do tandems Yes, Really. There is a USPA BSR that USPA TI's must comply with the tandem rig manufactuers age requirement. We completley comply, we have Tandem Rigs that do not have any age requirements on them. We are totally USPA legal, FAA legal, and rig manufacturer legal. Mike Mullins Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RIGGER160 0 #36 August 10, 2011 Well I stand corrected then. Great place you have there. Wish I could come back to jump! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wolfriverjoe 1,462 #37 August 10, 2011 QuoteYes, Really. There is a USPA BSR that USPA TI's must comply with the tandem rig manufactuers age requirement. We completley comply, we have Tandem Rigs that do not have any age requirements on them. We are totally USPA legal, FAA legal, and rig manufacturer legal. Mike Mullins Thanks for the clarification. I was wondering about that."There are NO situations which do not call for a French Maid outfit." Lucky McSwervy "~ya don't GET old by being weak & stupid!" - Airtwardo Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RonRandomguy 0 #38 August 10, 2011 I'm a complete newbie, but I believe that you're allowed to jump at 16. There is a section in the (SIM) Skydiver's Information Manual, Section: 2-1.D.1.b, that says, "16 years of age with notarized parental or guardian consent", under the 'Age Requirements' section. So, I believe that you can jump with a USPA accepted drop zone, and would probably be a bit more safe in doing so? Anyway, if you want some more info about where I am getting this from, then let me know, and I would be happy to give you more info. Check out the USPA website though, to make sure that all of this is correct, alright. Welcome, and take care.Life's not permanent, don't take it too seriously! :-) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jumpsalot-2 3 #39 August 10, 2011 Keep in mind that any DZO can make the call for 18 yrs old instead of 16 yrs old, if they feel it is right.Life is short ... jump often. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
crotalus01 0 #40 August 10, 2011 What makes you think a USPA Group Member DZ is "safer" than a non group member DZ? I have jumped at group member DZs that break BSRs and non-member DZs that strictly enforce all of the BSRs. Group Membership in USPA has very little to do with overall safety IMO. As for me and my house, we will serve the LORD... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Roderick 0 #41 August 10, 2011 thanks for explaining this to me. i guess hanging around a dz that doesnt now what they are talking about doesnt help me very much ha. thanks for all your answers and help guys. happy jumps to everyone Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jumpdude 0 #42 August 10, 2011 QuoteWell I stand corrected then. Great place you have there. Wish I could come back to jump! Well, Rondork, quit supporting that sLyride DZ that you so diligently support and you could go to really cool dropzones like Mike's!Refuse to Lose!!! Failure is NOT an option! 1800skyrideripoff.com Nashvilleskydiving.org Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RIGGER160 0 #43 August 10, 2011 To far away to go jump at on a regular basis Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FallloutboyDAoC 0 #44 August 10, 2011 High Sky Adventures in Canon City Colorado. You can go through the static line program at 16. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DrizZ 0 #45 August 11, 2011 Moses: Some of us started talking about an Orange invasion at Lodi this winter :p I'll be there anyways, as that's home for me. $15 is a good deal, but $10 sundays is even better Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
