Skydive Imperial - Closed

My first time jumping there everyone was friendly, the staff took care of us, no questions about jump numbers. Alternate landing area has grass main lanidng area doesn't yet but the alternate is close enough to walk back. Just a great overall place, and only 1 1/2 from Yuma.

Beautiful desert views, friendly staff, air conditioned packing, party atmosphere at green light, a great HOME feeling you can only get at a small DZ.

For those that know of Andy Whitcomb, I don't have to explain. He is applying his attitude and vision as much to Skydive Imperial as he did in San Diego when he turned that place around. He knows how to make experienced jumpers feel welcome, and provide facilities that will entice you back over and over.

If you like a DZ that feels like the intimate fraternity Skydiving should be, this is the place! The facilities are still a bit rough in its first 6 months of operation, but you will find everything you need, and new improvements every time you visit.

Remember, "it's a DRY heat!"

Andy (former owner of Skydive San Diego) is back! As many of us know, Andy turned Skydive San Diego into what it is today, and now he has started on a new project! There is not much to look at right now, but you will not find a better vibe at any other DZ. The staff is very professional, new jumpers and tandems are treated as part of the group. I have already taken one of my friends there for his first jump and he had a great time, right now I would not take my friends anywhere else in SoCal. For all of you jumpers, chances are that the weather here is nice when it's crap in san diego so come on out! Although no grass yet, Andy has put alot of work into the landing area (automated sprinkler system, planting grass, etc.) .. Expect a HUGE grass landing area soon! He is also building a *HUGE* swoop pond which is sure to interest the best HP canopy pilots. The 206 being flown there is pretty fast for the style of aircraft it is, the Pilot seems to be absolutly enjoying flying skydivers and is a very experienced pilot, I'd have to say he is my favorite jump pilot that I've gotten to know so far. After your jump, repack and hang out in the AIR CONDITIONED hanger, one of TWO hangers which is going to be available to the jumpers. I look forward to many great things from this DZ, and I could not help but notice that the runway has lights and the airport has multiple flood lights around which will make a great place for night jumps, ... andy, nudge hint hint.. ;) I am proud to call Skydive Imperial my new home DZ.