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Still waiting on the Skyvan door vs Skydiver video!

Out of respect for the DZO, plane owner and the other people in the video, it is not yet uploaded for public view. Once all parties have had a chance to review it, I plan to post it, for the the good of all jumpers as a educational viewpoint of of how s%!t happens. Meanwhile, anyone can check out my other videos by going to youtube and typing in treefly2...BSBD

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I as the door man felt terrible about any injury
sustained by a fellow sky family member weather by my own negligence or mechanical failure.

Yo Bro, you know I don't blame you or anyone else and I hope you don't blame yourself. You and me talked about this and I still say it was just one of those freak accidents. Though after hearing from a couple others here, that have seen the door come down, tells me that we (up-jumpers, pilots, dzo's) need to do something to get this problem resolved before someone else gets hurt or worse.

Cool thanks Scott, fractured the #3,4,& 5th metatarsals near the toes, xrays show real clean break and the doc said it should recovery rather nicely. I'm thankful that things didn't turn out worse. Thank you all for the input, I'll surely be extra cautious on the next skyvan Blue Skyz!!!

True that...I'm a believer

Didn't appear that anyone hit it going out but a couple guys said they felt the plane lunge between groups. It would seem to me that as long as it was latched properly it shouldn't come down no matter what, right?

After talking with others on my load and review of my video, I'm still looking for some answers. Ok, here's the scenario...1st group opens & secures door, they're a 8 way r/w group followed by another 6way r/w group then our five way (running from mid-ship). Everyone exits with no problem then as the last one diving out suddenly I'm knocked down to the floor by the door, WTF!?!? It happened so quickly I'm still trying to put things together since the video shows to door appears secure up til this point, next thing it shows is me on the floor with the door open only about two or three feet. Since my upper body is mostly outside, I just continued to roll out and away from the plane. Has anyone had this happen or seen anything like this?

Skydive Elsinore...jump all day, hang out with cool people, close to touristy spots, Lake Elsinore Casino/Hotel have skydiver rates...20 minutes to Perris, jump both DZ's in one day, EPIC!

Just so you know, Skydive Elsinore isn't that much further, plus the following event will be happening during your visit...


February 29th only comes once every four years. On Wednesday, February 29th, licensed skydivers can jump three times and your fourth leap from the airplane is on us!

Come out and play hooky and celebrate this random day with us!

The Fine Print: Discounted jumps or block rates do not apply, this special applies to the purchase of full-price, full-altitude lift tickets for licensed skydivers. Must purchase in the office at Skydive Elsinore by 11:00 AM on Wednesday to take advantage of the special.

Missed meeting you there, we had lots of fun loads with the caravan and the PAC... Get Lucky and Sweetheart boogie, coming up soon, C-ya!

Feeling your loss, as one who's lost, may peace surround you and yours.

Skydive Mesquite...tandems and fun jumper friendly! One hour north of Vegas, best DZ in Nevada.

The Blue Skies Boogie
January 13th, 14th, & 15th

Here it comes! This year promises to be bigger than ever. This year we will have all the normal stuff:
- We will announce the Fun Jumper of the year.
- We will host the Skyphoria Film Festival
- Jumps will be 21.00 with a $20.00 boogie fee.
- Beverages will be provided all nights
- Food will be provided Saturday Night
- We will have 2 aircraft available to keep the jumping going
C Ya there!!!

I was there a couple years ago, showed up by myself got a jumper i.d. card and had no problem finding folks to fly with...staff was cool and i was happy to bust out a case of beer at the end of the day.

In case you didn't get the memo, grab your gear and get to SKYDIVE MESQUITE, Feb. 25-27th. You can also check in @ fb/sweetheart boogie.

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I have a dream that one day on the red hills of Georgia, the sons of former slaves and the sons of former slave owners will be able to sit together at the table of brotherhood.
Martin Luther King, Jr.

Human progress is neither automatic nor inevitable... Every step toward the goal of justice requires sacrifice, suffering, and struggle; the tireless exertions and passionate concern of dedicated individuals.
Martin Luther King, Jr.

We may have all come on different ships, but we're in the same boat now.
Martin Luther King, Jr.

I have a dream that one day on the red hills of Georgia, the sons of former slaves and the sons of former slave owners will be able to sit together at the table of brotherhood.
Martin Luther King, Jr.

Human progress is neither automatic nor inevitable... Every step toward the goal of justice requires sacrifice, suffering, and struggle; the tireless exertions and passionate concern of dedicated individuals.
Martin Luther King, Jr.

We may have all come on different ships, but we're in the same boat now.
Martin Luther King, Jr.

We miss you, Brother!

so worth it, though! c-ya soon

'02 springer softtail...ride free-live free!!!

Here to Granny Gladys...another day, year, century...
as the saints go marching in, sinners freed from sin!

Once again, Chicks Rock and don't stop...grin check

Epic daze of life-long memories
* fuel food shelter - $$$
* boogie/vendor - $$
* jump tix - $
* stoke - priceless

BSBD CYA

Annie's, my new favorite "breakfast club"..thanks ya'll for ur kindess and good vibes, too!

Salute to all the ladies of skydiving...keep rockin' it!!!

C-YA

Whether we were catching waves, jumping from planes or just chillin on the ground, I was always impressed by this young man's passion for life.

Now that he has left us here on earth, that passion still survives in those that respect this life we are given. I believe we will see Scotty, again,

along with all the other family and friends, when our time comes to an end.

Shalom

BSBD

***Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a hard battle.
-Plato-

Today's the day!!! Happy Birthday, Coral!!! I'd be there already if it wasn't for me working this whole weekend...black gold!
Anyway, everyone have a great time and for goodness sakes, BE SAFE. No one is allowed to die, get injuried or locked up(Jorge).
Most of all, everyone should give Coral a big hug and kiss and thank her for keeping our loads running smoothly at Taft. Thanks Coral..love ya!

BSBD

C-YA!!

Loving memories never die...we miss you, David F. Gilchrist, B29758 aka - Turn Rig!
We look up to the heavens, today, knowing you're smiling down us for another year...BSBD C-ya!!