A1CSpooky 0 #1 January 21, 2013 Any rumors on a tunnel happening in the Chicagoland area? Heard lots of stuff over the years, just wondering if anyone has heard anything new? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
beowulf 1 #2 January 21, 2013 Heard from the CEO of Skyventure that it's on the list. Dallas is the next tunnel to be built. I don't know what the order is but the Chicago tunnel is in the list of the next 4 tunnels to be built. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dougiefresh 0 #3 January 22, 2013 I'll believe it when I see it.Human beings, who are almost unique in having the ability to learn from the experience of others, are also remarkable for their apparent disinclination to do so. --Douglas Adams Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pilot-one 0 #4 January 24, 2013 QuoteI'll believe it when I see it. Sit tight, it's coming. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Austintxflight 0 #5 January 24, 2013 QuoteQuoteI'll believe it when I see it. Sit tight, it's coming. I can verify this, I saw them put it on the truck, check Fedex for a tracking number. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Fast 0 #6 January 25, 2013 QuoteHeard from the CEO of Skyventure that it's on the list. Dallas is the next tunnel to be built. I don't know what the order is but the Chicago tunnel is in the list of the next 4 tunnels to be built. Being in the market, I can't fathom why they are waiting - and waiting this long.~D Where troubles melt like lemon drops Away above the chimney tops That's where you'll find me. Swooping is taking one last poke at the bear before escaping it's cave - davelepka Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
beowulf 1 #7 January 25, 2013 I don't know the answer to that, but if I had to guess, it's probably due to the logistics of building the tunnels. From what I was told the funding has been secured and they are now in the planning and building phase with the Austin tunnel as the first one and Dallas second on the list of locations. The said what the order was for the next four but I don't remember it. Next four are Dallas, Chicago, New York and Houston. Not in that order. All was really paying attention to was the new tunnel that is supposed to be built in Dallas. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stratostar 5 #8 February 21, 2013 Why yes I heard one today.... QuoteRosemont Making Room For Skydive Building At Park QuotePlans call for the village to construct a new building north of the existing Hofbrauhaus structure and south of Muvico where the iFly experience will be located. A turbine will be installed 15-ft. underground that will blow wind vertically to provide lift for skydivers inside the building. iFly will pay the village $100,000 per year to lease the building with 3% increases every five years. http://www.journal-topics.com/news/article_19530642-7baa-11e2-b4f7-0019bb30f31a.htmlyou can't pay for kids schoolin' with love of skydiving! ~ Airtwardo Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PhreeZone 15 #9 February 21, 2013 That is walking distance to O'Hare! Sweet!Yesterday is history And tomorrow is a mystery Parachutemanuals.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Remster 26 #10 February 22, 2013 12 or 14 footer?Remster Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Remster 26 #12 February 24, 2013 No one likes a tease Remster Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
elightle 8 #13 February 25, 2013 QuoteThat is walking distance to O'Hare! Sweet! ...and within driving distance of Ohio! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
A1CSpooky 0 #14 April 10, 2013 Any idea on approximate time frame for breaking ground? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
beowulf 1 #15 April 10, 2013 The Dallas tunnel is supposed to be up and running early next year. I don't think they have started major construction yet. I was told they have broken ground. I don't know anything about any other location. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pilot-one 0 #16 April 15, 2013 I am suspect of the development of this tunnel. I was informed by a very reliable source (iFly person) that ground was broken on this project a few months ago only to find out it really wasn't. Now the story is there is some kind of lease issue. Like the Austin tunnel I will believe it when I see it. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Andy9o8 1 #17 April 15, 2013 Quote a very reliable source (iFly person) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
beowulf 1 #18 April 15, 2013 I spoke directly with the CEO of iFly so it's not second hand. "Ground was broken" doesn't mean major construction has started. It wouldn't be noticeable. But we can't start booking time till it's up and being tested. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
A1CSpooky 0 #19 May 20, 2013 Looks like more info is finally coming out about the tunnel going up near Chicago......... http://www.dailyherald.com/article/20130519/news/705199840/ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
beowulf 1 #20 May 20, 2013 I have family in Elgin so it will be convenient for me. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
A1CSpooky 0 #21 May 20, 2013 Agreed. I'm in Edison Park up by touhy, which puts me about 5-10 minutes away.... to say I'm excited is an understatement Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
climber71 0 #22 June 2, 2013 Live in Ohio, if it happens, will be making trips there! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kahuna 0 #23 June 13, 2013 It just makes sense to have one in the Chicago area. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
juggalo17 0 #24 July 25, 2013 More possibilities. http://naperville.patch.com/groups/politics-and-elections/p/indoor-skydiving-facility-could-come-soaring-into-naperville Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kahuna 0 #25 July 25, 2013 That looks like a good location. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
