If you have ever wanted to do a parachute jump, here is your chance. Action Against Hunger is looking for hundreds of adventurous volunteers to make a parachute jump and if you raise enough in sponsorship you will get to jump for free!

There are three types of jump available - an 'Accelerated FreeFall' where you can experience the thrill of skydiving solo from up to 12,000 feet, a 'Tandem Skydive' from 10,000 feet attached to a professional instructor and a 'Static Line' jump which is performed solo from up to 3,000 feet - and you can jump from any one of over twenty British Parachute Association approved airfields across the UK. No experience is necessary as all training is given and if you raise from £360 (depending on the type of jump you choose) you will receive your jump for free.

So if you would like to make a thrilling skydive from 10,000 feet or an exhilarating solo jump from up to 3,000 feet you can either give us a call at 0208 293 6190, email t.bukvic@aahuk.org or book online by clicking here.

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FAQ's:

What are the sponsorship levels for parachuting?

Tandem Skydive: £395
Static Line Square: £360
Accelerated Freefall level 1:£535

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What is a Tandem Skydive?

This jump takes place on one day and there is no training required apart from a briefing with the instructor before hand. The jump is in tandem as you jump with a fully qualified instructor. After exiting the plane at 10,000 you experience freefall for 40-45 seconds and at 5,000 feet the instructor deploys the main canopy and you parachute to the ground. The landing is totally controlled by the instructor.

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What is a Static Line Square Jump?

This is a solo parachute jump. It is called a "static line" jump because from the moment you step into the plane you will be securely attached to a "static line" which is designed to automaticallt open your parachute for you as you exit the aircraft. There is a 5-6 hours of intensive training involved before you can jump. Once this training has been completed the jump will take place from 3,000 feet. You have directional control with this type pf square canopy.

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What is an Accelerated Freefall Jump?

This is where you will be able to experience freefall solo. You will receive a full day's ground training from two fully qualified instructors teaching you the basics pf skydiving together with a thorough explanation of what will be happening on the first jump. During the jump you will be accompanied by two instructors who will jump by your side until approximately 5,000ft where the canopy will be opened and an instructor will guide you to the ground through a radio fitted in you helmet.

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I have asthma, will I be able to jump?

Pre-existing medical conditions will not necessarily prevent you from jumping, but we will need to be informed of any conditions as this may affect the location of the jump. You will also be required to get a medical certificate signed by your GP. We will provide this in advance of the jump. Please do call us if you have any further questions on 0870 345 7788.

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What if I am 65 or over, can I still jump?

You will be able to do a Tandem Skydive provided you have a medical form signed by your GP. This will be provided in advance of the jump. You will not however be able to take part in a solo or static line jump. To take part in any jump you must be over 16 however anyone aged 16 and 17 must provide parental consent. Anyone over the age of 39 must get a medical form signed by their GP and to take part in a static line or AFF jump you must be 55 or under.

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What about insurance?

All participants are automatically covered for up to £2,000,000 third party insurance but this does not cover them for personal injury insurance. This can however be taken out through Skyline and costs £20. Participants can also arrange this through their own broker. Please contact us on 0870 345 7788 if you require further information on insurance. Action Against Hunger will pay for PI insurance.

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We have a group of people wanting to jump together, is this possible?

Yes providing we have plenty of notice and depending on the size of the group. Your participant would need to tick the box in the top right hand corner of their reservation form which indicates that they would like to be booked in with a friend(s). It would also be useful to include a list of the names of their group members so we can link each group member together when the bookings arrive. Please call us on 0870 345 7788 to discuss this further if you need.

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