Question 1

What is the best season for skydiving in Mysore?

Accepted Answer

Mysore has a tropical climate but it is rather hot during the months of June, July, August and September. Beginning from July, since it begins to rain, the humidity levels come up and the air becomes cool. Skydiving in Mysore can be done with ease in this season.As you go up in the air, you feel the transition in the temperature which is rather pleasant at a high altitude. So any time during the monsoon you may plan your trip to Mysore and not just dive into the sky, but also enjoy the other sightseeing places that Mysore is famous for.

Question 2

What are the best places for skydiving in Mysore?

Accepted Answer

Mysore is a place where all the junkies who admire adrenaline rush can head to. You can choose your skydiving location depending upon the distance proximity from the place you are staying. The action scene happens at the Mysore Airport where you can register for a hop.You can also do this at Chamundi Hills, which offers a lovely scenic view and can be availed on prior booking. At both the places, you will notice camps that are neatly sorted. Every camp has its own training time, ideally, you should devote a full day to this activity to leverage upon your experience.

Question 3

Is there a minimum age requirement for skydiving in Mysore?

Accepted Answer

Not just Mysore Skydiving, but all the skydiving camps do have an age criterion that allows you an opportunity to fly. In Mysore, you should be over the age of 18 years to experience the whirlwind and the majestic blue sky. The reason for this is safety and nothing else.Along with this, a fitness certificate is also required before you begin the training at the camp. Therefore, it is very important to be medically fit too. So if either of the criteria is unmatched, you cannot skydive. Better your health and grow up to be 18 to cut these snags out.

Question 4

How long does the whole process of skydiving take place?

Accepted Answer

For the Mysore Skydiving that happens at an altitude of 10000 ft. free fall timings are 30 seconds. However, once the parachute opens, you can glide like a bird for a good amount of time. This usually lasts for 15 minutes approximately. It is during the parachute gliding that you come out of your oblivion and begin to gather senses which you lost during an overwhelming 30 seconds free fall.The parachute opens usually at a height of 3500 ft above the ground level. The time taken to reach 10000 ft on an aircraft is about 40 to 50 minutes. Training time is separate and is comparative according to one's skill.

Question 5

How experienced are the skydiving in Mysore instructors?

Accepted Answer

Trained professional jumpers are employed to train you. The jumpers are not only certified but also trained under strict guidelines of the United States Parachute Association (USPA). The instructors have an experience span of 10 years or more and have a license from USPA to train others.As safety comes first, the trained staff administers your skills during the training period and only if she/he gives a green signal about your fitness and body movement to skydive in Mysore, we allow you to go ahead. If found unfit by the trainers, who judge you based on the pre-set parameters, you may plan another time! Ensuring safety is a paradigm that the skydiving teams in Mysore follow during any given situation.

Question 6

How much does it cost for skydiving?

Accepted Answer

Although the experience of skydiving in Mysore is invaluable, monetarily you will need to pay. The cost of a tandem jump costs around INR 35000. This includes the training and all the other taxes. This cost is during the weekdays and may vary during the weekends.You get a video of your jump absolutely free along with this. This does not include your transportation cost from your place of living to the drop zone. The money is refundable if the camp calls it canceled due to weather conditions or any other condition that may be a threat to your safety.

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