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Lillo is my jumping home, I have done more jumps there and had more fun there than anywhere else. I am truly gutted for Lillo and my thoughts are with everyone there, friends and family of Jesus and Germano. Truly sad. I hope the injured recover well.

Only went once when Ocana's plane was bust (again). Very impressed. They guy gave me a full chat about the place and landing etc. Nothing was rushed. Then he checked my brand new rig and papers etc. The closing loop was too long and the stows from a previous pack job were too short. The chap adjusted the loop and re-stowed the lines. Being a new jumper he advised me about the problems, put them right and that was that. Docs in the office, gear up and up we went. A very friendly chat in the bar with 10 people I had never met before ensures I will go to Lillo for some jumping in the future, maybe even my FF1 with Louis and Rob. Big thumbs up.

Wasn't sure what to expect before I went to Ocana and the FreeFall University. Quite near Madrid airport, just a hop down the motorway for 30 mins or so. Quiet, friendly place, really chilled out. FFU staff and local Spanish staff very helpful, nothing ever too much trouble. FFU training is great with english speaking instructors. No "elitist" vibe going on. Good gear, packed quickly if you can't pack yet like me! The plane is quick to altitude, the pilots fly load after load and try to ensure as much jumping as you want. I will visit this DZ again for sure, I am booking my next trip as I write. Not a huge amount to do at the DZ if the weather is bad. You can get food and drink in the local Hotel though (which is right beside the DZ), the main meals at lunch and the snacks are ok to keep you going. The local town has good night life with lots of places to eat and drink. Well worth a visit.