IanHarrop 42 #1 February 25, 2008 Who is aware of this? http://www.hillsbororeporter.com/default.asp?sourceid=&smenu=54&twindow=&mad=&sdetail=9081&wpage=1&skeyword=&sidate=&ccat=&ccatm=&restate=&restatus=&reoption=&retype=&repmin=&repmax=&rebed=&rebath=&subname=&pform=&sc=1012&hn=hillsbororeporter&he=.com Skydiving Company Coming To Hillsboro Have you ever wanted to feel the rush of falling to the ground from up to 13,000 feet at speeds around 120 miles per hour? Skydivers feel that rush every time they jump from an airplane, and soon they will be doing it at the Hillsboro Municipal Airport. As part of a concerted effort to recruit aviation-related business to the airport, the city council approved a contract with Skydive 35, L.L.C to construct a 3,000-square-foot hangar and operate training classes and jumps. Owners Jeff Hawk and Ivan Brigman will relocate their twin-turbine Beech King Air and two single-engine Cessna 182 aircraft to Hillsboro from Granbury. The company is in the process of constructing its hangar at the airport and is expected to be up and running in Hillsboro in May. Airport Manager Dave Heald said that the new business will bring exposure to the city and people into town. Skydive 35 is financing the construction of its facility at the airport with no assistance from the city. Under the contract, should the business close, its hangar and improvements made to it will become the property of the City of Hillsboro. They plan to offer all facets of the sport from basic instruction to advanced techniques. Planes will take off from the airport and drop skydivers in drop zones on the airport property. Airport Manager David Heald said that safety is a top priority and that everything possible will be done to ensure the safety of all users of the airport. Skydive 35’s staff is United States Parachute Association (USPA) trained and certified to provide quality instruction to newcomers and veteran skydivers alike. They will offer three different types of first-jump training courses of static line, accelerated free fall (AFF) and tandem progression. They believe that offering these three different types of USPA approved- and certified-training methods, enables them to better meet the needs of each student. The company attempts to match the particular training program to the needs and abilities of each individual student, according to its brochures. You must be at least 18 years old to sign up for a first-jump course, no exceptions. USPA estimates that skydivers in the U.S. perform 5-million jumps each year. They also estimate that more than 300,000 people do a first jump every year. That may sound like a lot of people jumping, but the truth is that less then one percent of the population has ever made a skydive, and almost anyone can do it. Skydivers range from the age of 18 to 96. They also enjoy a great sense of camaraderie with other skydivers as they all have one huge thing in common, the fun and enjoyment of human flight. Prices for a jump start around $200 with training included. They will even take your photo and record a DVD of your fall."Where troubles melt like lemon drops, away above the chimney tops, that's where you'll find me" Dorothy Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AggieDave 6 #2 February 25, 2008 Old news, there's even already been a thread on it. Eagle Flight Skydiving in Granbury, TX is moving to Hillsboro. The City of Granbury basically developed the dropzone right off the airport. The DZ is still welcome, they just have no landing area anymore.--"When I die, may I be surrounded by scattered chrome and burning gasoline." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GLIDEANGLE 1 #3 February 25, 2008 they just have no landing area anymore. NO KIDDING... Scared myself to half death jumping into the tiny primary LZ! No more jumping for me there until they move to Hillsboro.The choices we make have consequences, for us & for others! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AggieDave 6 #4 February 26, 2008 Which is too bad. I started at that DZ back when Wayne owned it. That DZ was special and at a great place. Incredible vibe and a fun 182 DZ in a cool little town in Texas. Atleast since they're moving a lot closer, I'll be able to visit more often. --"When I die, may I be surrounded by scattered chrome and burning gasoline." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
athomm 0 #5 May 27, 2008 not sure if you have been out since they have moved, but the location is awesome. the facilities are great, and there is a HUGE LZ, with open fields all around in the event you need it...its my home dz, and i love it. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mnealtx 0 #6 May 27, 2008 Are they still going to be taking Skyride vouchers?Mike I love you, Shannon and Jim. POPS 9708 , SCR 14706 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
athomm 0 #7 May 27, 2008 I am not 100% positive, but i believe so. I know they have had several people come out that were booked through there. I left a message with the DZO, so I will post again as soon as I can confirm for sure. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
athomm 0 #8 May 27, 2008 Confirmed...Skyride Vouchers accepted. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mnealtx 0 #9 May 27, 2008 QuoteConfirmed...Skyride Vouchers accepted. Bummer....guess I won't be going to the new location, either.Mike I love you, Shannon and Jim. POPS 9708 , SCR 14706 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
leroydb 0 #10 May 28, 2008 Agreeed... Just say no to SKYRIDELeroy ..I knew I was an unwanted baby when I saw my bath toys were a toaster and a radio... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mnealtx 0 #11 May 28, 2008 Yup....good thing Aggieland is my home DZ!! Mike I love you, Shannon and Jim. POPS 9708 , SCR 14706 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
