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And a current jumper. We will need proof of these items. Folks, please understand that this is for your safety. Mainly for the balloon, it has the highest risk. landings can be tricky, so lets be safe out there...

These are the BSR's USPA requirements. The deal on the balloon is that it is an off dz landing, so that makes things a little challenging. All the roads, power lines, trees,fences, water...cows, bulls whatever else. Its like a box of chocolate, ya never know what your gonna get We might need to take that up with Steve when we get there. I would expect they would need to be very current to help his/her cause.

Just a reminder to those folks who need to know.. Here are the license requirements for the Specialty A/C Dont shoot the messenger....ok.. Balloons B Helicopter B Powered Parachute B High Altitude 21,000' C I believe the Balloon will hold 6 plus pilot, I will confirm that ASAP. Remember that if that days slots are booked you should show up anyway. TRUST me someone always never shows and you can slide on. The balloon is a first come first serve basis, we have been tracking the sign ups with the email dates. The groups may be broken up however you choose. We will probably have 3 drops each morning (Weather permitting) So that means that the first drop returns to the DZ sooner than the 3rd. You may be required to have you own ride back arranged, we will let you know... If you havent done one it is really worth it!! Cant wait to meet all of you folks.. bye for now..

Is this Bill G.? It will be great to have you there. I heard about the ash dive. If you need anything for that let me know. If you need me to "schedule" it i can do that, depending on the size, people preference, what ever you need, I saw Roger last weekend at WTS. Take care

Call spaceland, they have a few slots with full hookups for like 15$/night

Falling UP the stairs was my problem

Rock on! Dont forget your case of cheap beer for the ceremony... We appreciate your suppport

Its not fair for the midget skydivers and this discrimination will eventually lead to someone getting hurt, it needs to stop! Yes, but they can stand up in all of the planes....wouldnt that be nice!!

How soon do you need to know, I dont want to tell you to early, maybe Thursday?? I'll let you know Thank you Oh and You will have a "booth", we are not charging the mfrs. so the booth is a table and chairs, power will be in certain spots, will keep you in mind for that when planning. Most dont need power so shouldnt be a problem Hotel info is on the site, I think its a little of all. It is hot and humid in Tx in July, especially in Houston.

QuoteWait a minute... I was just trying to help her get the air out of that canopy. It only works one way. It's giving what ya got for what ya want. If you are a guy who wants to meet the new hottie and you've got skydiving knowledge/opportunities? Game on.Quote And when we are not jumping... we are jumping each other.... I believe that one belongs to my brother, the phrase that is..

Awesome, makes my life even better

Now thats what I'm talking about!! Nice job! And to her too. There is something rewarding inside as well when you do that, don't ya think? Blue skies to you.

Naw wish I could leave then, I will be in Spaceland probably by Sun/Mon, probably leave Fri/Sat the weekend before. Someone has to set up this fre-kn thing. Why dont you get your British Bastard ass there soone and HELP, I know what have I done for you lately??? Never got your order form c ya

However, this DID NOT extend to my AFF. I am 100% sure that my AFF training was just as strict as the guys get it. I even repeated a level for not checking altimeter on time. I was treated professionally as a person, not as a pretty chick. Which brings up a point i missed, referring to the Instroctor joke. I do believe that most, if not all instructors teach a quality AFF course. This problem tends to come when they get their A's and are sent to the "wolves"....their new peers. As far as it possibly being a "safety" problem, yes it is. Can you "do" anything about it, such as a program, probably not. All, or at least one thing we (you, me, everyone) can do is watch out for our upcoming jumpers. They are our future, they are a "product of us", they are a part of what keeps this sport alive, lets keep THEM that way. People who jumped with my father referred to themselves as "one of Jerry's kids". This started back in 1972, all of a sudden it means alot more than what it used to. Take care of your people, and your people will take care of you..... sumn like that...

his avatar looks like he has it. But who knows about his ceremony???????

Yep, or reserve handles getting pulled. My father used to do it in our 172 until a pencil onthe side dash came up rotated and flew passed my eye!! Still luv them though.

You know you could jump it in Houston in July for only $21.00/ticket during SkyFest

I wasnt going to comment in the other thread but I will here. The answer is yes women are more likely to get put on loads they shouldn't be on. If someone thinks that a male ego doesn't get in the plane, they might want to think again. I will also say that it doesnt just happen to women. How do I know, because it happened to me for about 5 years,. This was so true in the 80's and 90's, not so much now do to the fact that people are dying or just forget. Because of my last name, people would always assume that I "knew it all" even with low jump numbers. He's been around the sport all his life he knows what he is doing. My study guide for the A was the actual test.. My water training was like this: What are you going to do if you are going to land in the water J? reply " get out of my gear and swim" Here is your B. Haven't you heard the old joke? Instructor1 : did you see the cute AFF student. Instructor 2 No? Instructor 1: she's hot! Instructor 2 Don't let her graduate. Sex, ego's, and flirtation are just human behaviors. They are REAL, they exist, and they will never go away. Are they the correct thing to do, of course not, are there people that are not guilty of those behaviors? Absolutely, & I salute you. Its real people, its time for a reality check. Instructors.....dont do it Upcoming jumpers: take care of your self and go slow. I dont make the rules, I just learned. There is really nothing to debate on this subject in my opinion. Some might get there chest puffed up and Say: Not at my DZ" I say BS! maybe not as much, but its real. Maybe not with the instructor, but what about a coach, fun jumper, are you going to tell me that you monitor ALL conversations, all loads etc..... I am not targeting anyone with the use of the word "you" . No attacks, please I have had a hard day my .02$ worth, what ever that is.... Good Day ok here goes, do i push enter

If its too loud, your too old... Plug those monkey ears, sure someone would help you!!!

I tagged it "Super" only do to the fact that it has bigger engines than the original, capabable of a 30 minute or less ride to altitude (compared to the normal 45). Dont have the technical details..

We already worked that out, remember its a Super DC-3 bigger engines. I believe the new owner will be flying the bird. I cant wait to add it to my list of A/C, I think it wil make it 29 different ones to jump. Jump a C-195 last weekend, neat tail dragger w/ 450 hp motor!!! pretty sweet

I remember when Pull ups cords were called cheater cords.. When and how did that change???

My father jumped for 41 years. Started in 1959 passed away in 2000 at 65 years old. Massive heart attack during deployment on his third jump of the day. His death had nothing to do with skydivng, but I do believe it kept him "alive" in many ways. I hope to do the same thing, just older. Keep jumping, fears do become less over time. Stay current and aware of your surroundings, and dont take anything for granted.. Blue skies to you.. J

common problem. They have gotten better, but you must be careful when replacing the batts. Your local gear store should have some in stock for free, or just a small fee. If not try L & B but I always kept them in stock, along with the springs.

Oops foot in mouth, directions are for Airport and DZ, will fix that.. I do believe its one road to either town if I remember right.will find out..