Where to jump near Tikhvin, Leningrad obl., Russia?

[matoli 0]

Any Russian (or Russian understanding) skydivers out there that could help me find a DZ somewhere near Tikhvin?

Tikhvin is located about 200km East of St. Petersburg. I have looked at the DZ's listed in the Dropzone finder and found Gatchina and Lepsari.

I'm trying to find something a bit closer to Tikhvin, as traveling from here to Gatchina takes about 5-6 hours, and to Lepsari 3+.

Any help at all would be appreciated,

BS!
Erno Klemetti, stuck in Russia

[xander_dp 0]

hi Matoli - check out skycentre.net

Main forum for Russian-speaking skydivers. Perhaps someone could help you there.

~ Alex

[BigBUG 0]

If you still need help :)

Gatchina is working Wed-Sunday, 1500-2200 business days, 0900-2200 weekends.
Two planes (Let 410, Antonov 28).
We could figure out an accomodation for you (bungalow-type) on the DZ; and it's really easy to make friends here, so you won't be left on your own.

Bring your FAI licence, insurance and logbook.

My mail is bg30 (@) mail.ru, give me a note if you are going to join us.

BTW, we have a great brand-new 14-feet windtunnel in Saint-Peterburg now, let me know if you want to jump in for a session! Training from belly basics to 4-way dynamics available.

[matoli 0]

Thanks for the advice both of you.

I'm planning on a weekend trip to SPB for some tunnel training with the lovely Ms. Tiitto, I just might take an afternoon trip to Gatchina too.

I'll be sure to email you, BigBUG, when I know my plans a bit better!