Skydive Arizona - Eloy, Arizona
Skydive Arizona is located in the picturesque Sonoran Desert, midway between Phoenix and Tucson, Arizona's two largest cities.
This is the world's largest skydiving center, but that doesn't mean the experiences aren't top-notch. Skydivers quickly discovered that the new Skydive Arizona drop zone was unlike any other in the globe. Despite its proximity to major highways, it is surrounded on all sides by flat, desolate countryside. Visitors comment on the center's oasis-like appearance, which includes an abundance of grass, a swimming pool, and trees in the midst of a desert that is normally bleak. Everything a skydiver needs may be found in the central structure, which houses offices, aircraft manifestation, classrooms, and indoor parking space. Some of the many amenities include equipment sales, food, a shower, and laundry facility, a grassy camping area, a leisure center with bunks for overnight guests, and a basketball court.
It takes more than superb facilities to safely and effectively launch thousands of skydivers each year. Skydive Arizona boasts the highest quality and quantity of aircraft of any other skydiving center. Four Super Otters and seven Skyvans lead the fleet, each capable of transporting twenty-three skydivers to 13,000 feet.
The occasional load of 43 jumpers is carried by a venerable DC-3, which was formerly the fleet's workhorse. A Pilatus Porter completes the flight line. These planes can lift over 240 skydivers into the air at once, or over 500 jumps each hour!
A talented, devoted workforce with an average of over 5,000 jumps each is another key in Skydive ArizonaTM's success. A dozen skydivers with over 10,000 jumps each and many former and current National or World Champions are among the expert coaches, instructors, videographers, pilots, and management! This highly skilled group has earned a stellar reputation for safety, efficiency, and knowledge.
Finally, Skydive Arizona is situated in an ideal position. The year-round clear desert weather provides for over 340 jumping days. In the winter, average daytime temperatures are in the 60s, while in the summer, they are in the low 100s. The humidity is substantially lower than in other parts of the country throughout the year, resulting in pleasant weather and clear skies. Arizona remains sunny and warm during the winter when skydivers' home drop zones are closed by cold, rain, and clouds. The distinct desert setting offers a picturesque change of pace, as well as a variety of fascinating attractions to see.
Prices: Wind tunnel: starting at $40, tandem from $169, licensed jumpers from $21
Planes: 4 Super Otters, 7 Skyswans, 1 DC3, and a Pilatus Porter
Open: October 1 to May 30th: 7 days a week 8-5 June 1- September 30, office open 7 days a week, drop zone closed Tues-wed
Events: Patriot’s Boogie- A midsummer boogie benefitting the Special Operations Warrior Foundation. Including a buffet, pool party, and film screening.
Address: 4900 N Taylor St Eloy, AZ 85131
Website: www.skydiveaz.com
