How long does it take to learn to wingsuit?
Becoming a licensed skydiver is a process that involves a minimum of 25 jumps which for most people takes about two months with a solid commitment of being at the dropzone every weekend. Unless the weather gods cooperate, this could be done in less time, but that’s rare!
Where can I learn to fly a wingsuit in India?
Mysore – Karnataka. Image Source.
How long does a wingsuit flight last?
You can get around or a little over 2 minutes of flight time if you deploy your parachute around 4,000ft. If you’re flying a larger suit like a Freak or CR+ you might be able to get 2.5–3 minutes of flight time. A smaller starter suit you should be able to get 90–110 seconds.
Can a wingsuit gain altitude?
Wingsuits can perform a flare in which airspeed is exchanged for additional lift. By first diving to build up speed, modern wingsuits can flare enough to gain altitude, but only for a short period of time.
How much does a parachute cost?
Cost of New and Used Skydiving Equipment
EQUIPMENT | RETAIL VALUE | USED VALUE |
---|---|---|
Parachute Container | $2500-$5500 | $1200-$3000 |
Reserve Parachute | $1450-$1800 | $800-$1250 |
Main Parachute | $2200-$2500 | $900-$1900 |
AAD | $1000-$1200 | $650-$850 |
How much does a parachute cost to buy?
How much is a Windsuit?
A wingsuit typically cost’s between $1,000-$2000USD new, depending upon the type and options added. You also need a parachute system to land your wingsuit, a complete rig will run in the neighborhood of $8,000, also depending upon what is selected and optional add-on’s.