SARLDO 0 #1 November 29, 2006 I noticed that the USPA license number A-50,000 is due soon (or already issued). Am I the only one who is excited about the fact that this is happening or is the issuance of the 50,000th license not a big deal to anyone else in this great sport? Seems to me that a celebration is in order here. btw... who is the lucky recipient?"Always do right. This will gratify some people and astonish the rest" ~Samuel Clemens MB#4300 Dudeist Skydiver #68 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DougH 270 #2 November 29, 2006 Already issued, but not in the mag yet. I think my two way partner has been signing my log book as A -50xxx. I haven't sent in my A license, I figure I will send in for my B as soon as I take the test. "The restraining order says you're only allowed to touch me in freefall" =P Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
idlewild70 0 #3 November 29, 2006 I got mine on Sunday at jumptown.-Fish Blue skies, Soft landings Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
michalm21 0 #4 November 29, 2006 I got my A 50012 about 2 months ago. Just 12 off... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
beezyshaw 0 #5 November 30, 2006 QuoteI noticed that the USPA license number A-50,000 is... Talk about making you feel like an old-timer...I like to sign logbooks with my A license number, just for fun; it makes people walk away looking at their logbook going "wow, he only has an A license?". "Beezy Shaw, A 3393" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hjumper33 0 #6 November 30, 2006 I think its crazy that I got my license a little over a year ago and i was only 47k. close to 3000 new As in a year! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DougH 270 #7 November 30, 2006 QuoteQuoteI noticed that the USPA license number A-50,000 is... Talk about making you feel like an old-timer...I like to sign logbooks with my A license number, just for fun; it makes people walk away looking at their logbook going "wow, he only has an A license?". "Beezy Shaw, A 3393" I got a chuckle out of that. Thanks!!! "The restraining order says you're only allowed to touch me in freefall" =P Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kkeenan 13 #8 November 30, 2006 QuoteAm I the only one who is excited about the fact that this is happening ...? Yeah, probably. _____________________________________ Dude, you are so awesome... Can I be on your ash jump ? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cpoxon 0 #9 November 30, 2006 Quotebtw... who is the lucky recipient? A Group Member could check it out on the USPA credential verification Edit: A 49976 and A 50008 are the closest registered on this site.Skydiving Fatalities - Cease not to learn 'til thou cease to live Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jimmytavino 16 #10 November 30, 2006 ... well SURE that is exciting.......... it means lots of people still take skydiving seriously enough to accomplish that " A " Lic. and in this day and age where literally millions of people have now made a tandem jump, just to say 'they did it ' , those who have truly "begun to learn how to skydive" can rightfully feel proud of that accomplishment. The hope is that a Large majority of that 50,000,,,,do continue on in the sport, to serve as participants and ambassadors of a truly amazing hobby/lifestyle. I earned My A in '73....and have stayed as active as possible since then... The rewards have been friends, skydives, and experiences which have become unforgetable in my life, and the promise of more for the future...why not get excited about that????? jimmytavino a 3914 d 12122 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
breadhead 0 #11 November 30, 2006 I remember the guy with A-40,000 got mentioned in the Parachutist a few years ago, with a picture, a little bit of text about him, and the title "A40K". If you are that guy, and if you read this ... you said you were going to develop a packing machine. Any news on that yet? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DanG 1 #12 November 30, 2006 Not to ruin anyone's anticipation, but... It was issued to John Eames, little brother of Jason Eames of swooping fame. I hear there'll be a write-up about him in next month's Parachutist. - Dan G Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MagicGuy 0 #13 December 1, 2006 Just got my A card in the mail today, got A-50246. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
idlewild70 0 #14 December 1, 2006 QuoteJust got my A card in the mail today, got A-50246. Finally. sheesh-Fish Blue skies, Soft landings Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
