DYEVOUT 0 #1 November 11, 2002 Saturday was a beautiful day in eastern Pennsylvania. After taking care of some work around the house, I threw my gloves, alti & jump book in the truck - and off to the DZ. I planned on making my AFF level 13, 14 & 15 jumps in the sun. Upon arriving at the DZ, I was greeted by some stern looking club members, and jumpers that told me the club may no longer be in operation, pending an emergency meeting that evening. I learned from a friend (AFF L9) on Sunday, that the club had indeed been disbanded, and our AFF continuation could not take place there. Has this happened to any of you guys/gals? A friend was jumping at another DZ (farther away) over the weekend, and said we could continue there, after a training session, but they want to see our "yellow cards" in addition to our jump books. Our JM hasn't filled in any data on our yellow cards, saying "I'll do it all at once, when you take your test". I also have a $75.00 jump ticket in my wallet for jump #13 !! We are supposed to call our JM on Wednesday, but it sounds like we are likely to get hosed. How does the dissolution of a DZ usually affect learning progression ? Pissed off in PA. ----------------=8^)---------------------- "I think that was the wrong tennis court." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
weid14 0 #2 November 11, 2002 wow -- the Herd? any way, if that's the case, you are screwed if you can't get the records of your previous jumps. A DZ isn't going to take your word for what you've learned, best bet is to try to get a hold of your JM and get him to fill everything out (I can't believe that he will be able to remember everything to write in there, either). Go to Cross Keys, you'll be happy there! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AggieDave 6 #3 November 11, 2002 Do you have your log book or you A license progression card? If you do, then you should be able to go to a different DZ to continue training with out too much trouble. With out it, the other DZ will probably chat with you, discuss your situation and deal with your situation in a one on one bases. **just reread your post, get your JM to fill out your yellow card, that should have been done as you went. Sucks to hear that your DZ closed, though. --"When I die, may I be surrounded by scattered chrome and burning gasoline." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
larry 0 #4 November 11, 2002 Neil, Sorry to hear about your situation with DZ closing and not finished with AFF. Would you mind telling me which DZ you were going to? I used to go to Pittsburgh Skydive Center in Connellsville, but that too will be closed after this year. I just want to find out what DZ's WILL be open next year. I'm thinking of going to the one in Grove City from now on. Larry Latrobe, PA (pls email me if you don’t want to mention the DZ’s name in this forum) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Meathorse 0 #5 November 12, 2002 What is a "yellow card"? I've not heard that one before. Ain't that a soccer thing? Sounds alot like a logbook from what y'all have said so far... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Spy38W 0 #6 November 12, 2002 QuoteWhat is a "yellow card"? I've not heard that one before. Ain't that a soccer thing? Sounds alot like a logbook from what y'all have said so far... A License proficiency card http://www.uspa.org/CurrentMembers/SafetyTraining/ALicProfCard11-01.pdf http://www.uspa.org/CurrentMembers/SafetyTraining/ALicProfCardISP04-01.pdf -- Hook high, flare on time Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Meathorse 0 #7 November 12, 2002 Ah, cool. Thanks much! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Macarena 0 #8 April 15, 2013 DZ's come and go. That's life! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RickH 0 #9 April 15, 2013 We certainly hate to hear this about new jumpers being treated in this manner, it certainly does not do our sport any good. I have had jumpers show up at our DZ who are students and i have heard so many stories from them when they are asked to show us their proficieny cards. ranging from " I have never seen one, to just like you stated, my instructor toldem he was going to fill that out when i completed the program. Unforunantly, the latter statemant we see too often as this seems to be a ploy y the DZ to keep students from going to other DZ's to complete their training, holding their card "hostage". Seek out and find a reputable DZ. if you are treated fairly then you will happily stay there. We welcome you aboard as a skydiver! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jumpdude 0 #10 April 15, 2013 WOW!!! It took 11 years for the last two responses before mine to get entered in to this thread! Refuse to Lose!!! Failure is NOT an option! 1800skyrideripoff.com Nashvilleskydiving.org Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FlyingRhenquest 1 #11 April 15, 2013 I wonder if that guy ever got his A license...I'm trying to teach myself how to set things on fire with my mind. Hey... is it hot in here? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
5.samadhi 0 #12 April 15, 2013 yeah, he's got multiple skydiving instructor ratings and is a BASE gear manufacturer now as a matter of fact. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CSpenceFLY 1 #13 April 16, 2013 I wonder if he got his $75 back? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Squeak 17 #14 April 16, 2013 Quote DZ's come and go. That's life! That's the 2nd 11 year old post.. Me thinks you are a troll trying to get your avatar noticed well it's noticed, now slink back under your rockYou are not now, nor will you ever be, good enough to not die in this sport (Sparky) My Life ROCKS! How's yours doing? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BillyVance 34 #15 April 16, 2013 Quote WOW!!! It took 11 years for the last two responses before mine to get entered in to this thread! You can thank perma-banned JohnRich for creating yet another anonymous user account and spraying posts all over dz.com, 43 in probably an hour or two as Macarena. "Mediocre people don't like high achievers, and high achievers don't like mediocre people." - SIX TIME National Champion coach Nick Saban Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JerryBaumchen 1,373 #16 April 16, 2013 Hi BV, Quote perma-banned JohnRich Kind of makes one think that the perma-ban was warranted. JerryBaumchen Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
popsjumper 2 #17 April 16, 2013 Quote perma-banned JohnRich I didn't know that! He was a lot of fun. Not nearly so obnoxious as one that remains. Must be one of those "who you know" deals.My reality and yours are quite different. I think we're all Bozos on this bus. Falcon5232, SCS8170, SCSA353, POPS9398, DS239 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jumpdude 0 #18 April 16, 2013 Quote Quote perma-banned JohnRich I didn't know that! He was a lot of fun. Not nearly so obnoxious as one that remains. Must be one of those "who you know" deals. Me? Refuse to Lose!!! Failure is NOT an option! 1800skyrideripoff.com Nashvilleskydiving.org Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Opie 0 #19 April 16, 2013 QuoteDZ's come and go. That's life! Why would you bump a thread from 2002??????????????? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BillyVance 34 #20 April 16, 2013 Quote Quote DZ's come and go. That's life! Why would you bump a thread from 2002??????????????? He's a perma-banned poster who came back under another screen name to annoy the mods. That's all. "Mediocre people don't like high achievers, and high achievers don't like mediocre people." - SIX TIME National Champion coach Nick Saban Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Fearjoburg 0 #21 April 17, 2013 Quote Quote Quote DZ's come and go. That's life! Why would you bump a thread from 2002??????????????? He's a perma-banned poster who came back under another screen name to annoy the mods. That's all. Shah? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
