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  1. adamUK
    Someone at our DZ did a similar thing and ended up upside down with his feet in his risers. The instructor put him back on DRPs! for that one.
  2. adamUK
    Darren, I think you have hit the nail on the head. It's not the jump that's the problem, it's the anxiety that caused me to think that I would be in such a state where I couldn't do what I have done a thousand times on the ground and 7 times off the step - arch and pull. I will drop you a line. thanks!
  3. adamUK
    >Good climbout, albeit with smell of shit emanating from student That's just hilarious! Make mental note to take a change of underwear to the DZ next time. Adam.
  4. adamUK
    Hey guys, I just wanted to thank everyone for their good words. Thinking about it today, it was a culmination of factors that brought it to a head and I think if I can eliminiate or reduce those then I can be more positive and concentrate on enjoying the jump rather than everything else (the negative things) Thanks once again. I really appreciate it!
  5. adamUK
    Mmm, yes, breathing, must remember to breath! I think I pondered on a lot of the negative aspects. One guy on 5 second delays got both his legs caught in his risers - so got put back on DPs. That old positive mental attitude thingy is very important... thanks!
  6. adamUK
    I did a dummy pull this morning and because I hadn't jumped for a wee while I was brickin' it. It was a good DP so I got cleared for freefall (I have done 7 DPs of varying quality). We did the briefs and I felt okay but when I was up in the plane I was feeling really nauseous... this got to the point where I was feeling faint - which actually only made me worry even more and feel even worse! So I bottled it and took the plane back down. Any suggestions on how I can control those nerves? I am feeling kinda dejected but I reason that it was probably the best move since I didn't feel at all in control, I was freezing cold and very very wibbly. Thanks to the Peterlee crew who have been really supportive! Mucho thanks Adam.
  7. adamUK
    I was just thinking that this guy's engine is likely to get a bird strike from a turkey, ostrich or emu.
  8. adamUK
    man... that's low. do you think he's managed to keep below radar detection?
  9. adamUK
    He's here in the North East of England and Peterlee is in the no-fly zone... so no lifts today... still better than getting shot down by a fast-jet pilot with more testosterone than brains . Teesside airport is crawling with police and security... bonkers.
  10. adamUK
    Good luck! I am sure you will do it! See you at the DZ. Adam.
  11. adamUK
    A really friendly place to jump. Peterlee has a LET410 and a Cessna 182 and occasionally other planes in from other DZs. Ian, who runs the place, is really approachable and a downright thoroughly nice bloke. The instructors and regular crew are all approachable and I have found no problem chatting with most of them and they readily offer encouragement and advice. With 3 universities in close proximity, it can get a bit hectic, especially during term time when a large number of students converge. All in all, Peterlee is a really friendly place to jump (let's face it we spend 99% of the time on the ground so a good atmosphere is very important). A thoroughly good DZ and I would recommend anyone to come and learn here.
  12. adamUK
    I guess the attendant will be bemused why you insist on sitting on the floor for the entire flight! Adam.