FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Have Questions about your upcoming skydive at Skydive KC?
We’ve been skydiving Kansas City for over 25 years, so we expect you’ll have questions about this major event you’re about to experience.
We’ve got answers to the most common skydiving FAQs. If you don’t see your question below, please feel free to contact us directly at (816) 524-5867.
Our goal is to ensure you feel prepared for your skydive prior to your arrival at our facility. We encourage you to browse all of the skydiving FAQs prior to your jump.
Thank you for trusting us to facilitate your adventure experience!
GENERAL QUESTIONS
What are the skydiving requirements to make a tandem skydive?
The minimum skydiving age limit required at Skydive Kansas City is 18 yrs with valid I.D. We have had people as old as 95 jump, so you’re never too old as long as you’re in good physical condition.
For our skydiving weight limit, tandem students must weigh under 220 pounds. You will be weighed privately as part of the registration process. Those that exceed our limits will be unable to jump with a loss of the deposit.
Where are you located?
Skydive Kansas City is located just 45 minutes south of Kansas City at the Butler Memorial Airport (Butler, MO), just off Interstate 49.
Can we bring our own food?
You are welcome to bring lunch (picnic tables are available) or you’re welcome to enjoy several restaurants and fast food spots located within 2 miles of the airport in the town of Butler.
What is your cancellation policy?
A $75.00 non-refundable deposit is required, per person, to confirm a space in the class. If you fail to show up or cancel for any reason within 14 days or your reserved class time, this deposit will be forfeited. You can adjust your reservation outside of 14 days in the event you need to change your jump date and or time.
How is the operation minimizing the risk of COVID-19?
Skydive Kansas City will continue to schedule by appointment to maximize social distancing between customer groups in our hangar and observer areas.
Skydive Kansas City instructors and customers are required to wear face covering equipment as per CDC and local guidance.
Our staff will be thoroughly and rigorously cleaning all common surface areas and bathrooms, along with the continual sanitation of goggles.
Skydive Kansas City will follow CDC and local guidance when placing social distancing markings in the office and around the observation portion of our hangar as a reminder to our guests to continue social distancing.
Is there a guarantee I can skydive without being exposed to COVID-19?
Although Skydive Kansas City will take every known precaution to mitigate the risk of COVID-19 exposure, we are unable to make that guarantee. We will continue to monitor and immediately implement any/all of the recommended action steps recommended by the CDC and/ or public health officials.
TANDEM SKYDIVING QUESTIONS
Can I jump with my friends?
The capacity of our airplane allows us to offer you the opportunity to jump on the same load as 6 of your friends. We may be limited on the number of tandem instructors available so if you prefer to jump on the same load as your friend(s) / family, please call ahead to verify that staffing permits.
How long does it take to train and jump?
Plan on spending 4 hours for the training and jump process. Please keep in mind this time frame does fluctuate with demand and weather.
What should I wear skydiving?
Dress comfortably based on the ground temperatures for the day and wear a good pair of tennis shoes. Sandals, flip-flops, loafers or boots are not acceptable.
Can I wear a personal camera? (GoPro)
GoPro’s and other wearable cameras are not permitted. The United States Parachute Association (USPA) mandates that all skydivers must have a minimum of 200 skydives before wearing a camera in free fall.
What if weather conditions for skydiving don't look very good?
You need to arrive at your scheduled time… rain or shine. We will start the training process regardless of the forecast or current weather. In the event weather doesn’t permit the jump you will receive a raincheck and be scheduled for another jump day at your convenience.
Our goal isn’t for you to have a ‘good time.’ Our goal is for you to leave us amazed knowing you’ve just had a life changing experience! Please allow us to show you why we are the premier dropzone for skydiving in Missouri.