MARICOPA AIR ACTIVITIES FIELD GUIDE
Face the Sky: Tandem Skydive Over Maricopa — Pay Now & Save $20
Pair up with a certified Skydive Phoenix instructor for a tandem jump that includes briefing, hands‑on training, and a 120 m.p.h. freefall.
Face the Sky: Tandem Skydive Over Maricopa — Pay Now & Save $20.
In Maricopa, a Tandem Skydive with Skydive Phoenix compresses a full-spectrum skyward ritual into a single, tightly managed experience: a safety briefing and video, instructor-led ground practice, a short flight, and the moment of exit that sends you into a 120 m.p.h. freefall before the canopy is deployed—an accessible way to experience skydiving while harnessed to an experienced professional.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Face‑first at 120 m.p.h.
After the aircraft exit you and your instructor fall face to earth at approximately 120 miles per hour—an intense, seconds-long rush that is the core of the tandem skydive experience.
Seasoned tandem instructors
Tandem instructors at Skydive Phoenix average well over 1,000 jumps and hold certifications on the Tandem Parachute System, providing the experience and training background that support a safe tandem experience.
A step‑by‑step, safety‑first sequence
Your visit begins with a comprehensive videotape and instructor briefing; you’ll practice exits, learn freefall procedures, and be fitted with a four‑point harness before boarding for the short ride to jump altitude.
What the day feels like
What the Jump Feels Like
The flow is deliberate: arrival and a safety video, a ground session with your assigned instructor covering the square gliding parachutes, practiced exits and freefall procedures, then a short aircraft climb. Before exit the harness is attached at four points to your instructor; after exit you experience the freefall at roughly 120 m.p.h. followed by canopy flight and landing with your instructor.
THE FREEFALL
Face‑first at 120 m.p.h.
After the aircraft exit you and your instructor fall face to earth at approximately 120 miles per hour—an intense, seconds-long rush that is the core of the tandem skydive experience.
THE TEAM
Seasoned tandem instructors
Tandem instructors at Skydive Phoenix average well over 1,000 jumps and hold certifications on the Tandem Parachute System, providing the experience and training background that support a safe tandem experience.
THE PREP
A step‑by‑step, safety‑first sequence
Your visit begins with a comprehensive videotape and instructor briefing; you’ll practice exits, learn freefall procedures, and be fitted with a four‑point harness before boarding for the short ride to jump altitude.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this experience suits — and when to pause.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Allow 2–4 hours for the full visit; weather or operational delays can extend that time.
Meet at Hidden Valley Airport, 56580 W Dasher Dr., Maricopa, AZ 85132; this is the operator’s designated drop zone.
Follow operator guidance for clothing and personal items; no specific guest gear list is provided in the briefing materials—staff will advise on appropriate attire and necessary items.
Reservations are recommended but not required; walk‑ins may face long wait times though staff will attempt to accommodate them.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
Is skydiving safe?
Safety is the operator’s top priority; skydiving involves inherent risks, but Skydive Phoenix emphasizes professional staff and points to their safety record as evidence of their approach.
Do I need a reservation?
Reservations are recommended but not required; without a reservation you may face long wait times as staff works to accommodate walk‑ins.
Is there a weight limit?
There are weight considerations based on height, body composition, range of motion and overall health; contact the operator if you’re over 230 lbs. The operator reserves the right to make the final decision regarding your ability to jump.
How long should I plan to be on site?
Expect to be at Skydive Phoenix for approximately 2–4 hours; weather or other delays can extend that visit.
Where do I meet for my jump?
Meet at Hidden Valley Airport, 56580 W Dasher Dr., Maricopa, AZ 85132 for check‑in and the pre‑jump briefing.
What training and preparation will I receive before the jump?
You’ll watch a comprehensive videotape, receive instruction from your assigned tandem instructor on high‑performance square gliding parachutes, practice aircraft exits and freefall procedures, and be fitted with a four‑point harness prior to boarding.