skydiving, use of a parachute —for either recreational or competitive purposes—to slow a diver’s descent to the ground after jumping from an airplane or other high place.

Parachuting and skydiving are methods of descending from a high point in an atmosphere to the ground or ocean surface with the aid of gravity, involving the control of speed during the descent using a …

Jan 4, 2026 · Membership in USPA provides education that enhances safety, benefits that keep you secure, and services to keep you skydiving. The United States Parachute Association (USPA) is a …

Nov 29, 2024 · There's nothing quite like rushing to the earth at 120 miles (190 km) an hour after jumping from a perfectly good airplane. There are no perfect airplanes, however. Skydiving is an …

Jul 13, 2025 · In the United States, you must be 18 years old or older in order to skydive. Once you are of age, joining an Integrated Student Program will teach you all the things you need to know to …

What every skydiver must know about aircraft emergencies, jumper responsibility, and real-world safety lessons from the pilot’s seat.

Skydiving is more than just falling if you do it right. You can adjust your body position to achieve many different orientations of flight. You can fly upside-down, right side up, on your belly, on your back, at …

Feb 19, 2024 · Skydiving, the act of parachuting from an aircraft, is not just a sport but a celebration of freedom, technology, and human courage. Skydiving’s roots trace back to the 18th century when …

From stratospheric leaps and supersonic speeds to massive formations and fiery stunt jumps, this roundup highlights seven of the most jaw-dropping skydiving records ever achieved.

Skydiving entails individuals jumping from an aircraft and deploying a parachute. Skydives typically have two major parts – freefall and canopy flight – and is an extreme sport that many people around the …