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October 4-12, 2024

Drop Zone and Event Briefing

Drop zone maps, rules, and policies are available in Bulletin #2

SCHEDULE

Officials

  • Melissa Nelson

  • Alberto Martin Paracuellos

  • FS Chief Judge- Pekka Salmela

    Event Judge- Deanne Brazelton

    Event Judge- Wolfgang Duller

    Judge- Agnieska Sobczynska

    Judge- Dirk Venter

    Judge- Jenni Plumridge

    Judge- Jim Rees

    Judge- Leon Jurcic

    Judge- Marc Frielingsdorf

    Judge- Rogier Carper

    Judge- Ruth Cooper

    Judge- Sandy Nieuwenhoven

    Judge- Thierry Courtin

  • AE Chief Judge- Tamara Vorst

    Event Judge- Jami Pillasch

    Event Judge- Robert Wielgoss

    Judge- Anna-Karin Nordin

    Judge- Bryce Witcher

    Judge- Daphny Morali

    Judge- Silvia Wagner

    Judge- Thi Bich Van Ha

  • WS Chief Judge- Mike Pennock

    Event Judge- Scott Callentine

    Event Judge- Vera Asquith

    Judge- Linda Makela

    Judge- Michaela Belde

    Judge- Steve Hubbard

    Judge- Yves Letourneur

  • SP Chief Judge- Arnold Hohenegger

    Judge- Angelika Mittasch

    Judge- Bert Ham

    Judge- Barrie Bremner

  • Marylou Laughlin

  • Claire King

  • Bert Ham

  • Gary Taylor

  • Jury President- Rina Gallo

    Jury Member- Ron Misnikov

    Jury Member- Gernot Rittenschober (remote)

aircraft

Skydive Chicago and Skydive Paraclete XP will be supporting the event with multiple Twin Otters.  These provided aircraft will allow for nearly 200 jumps an hour, if required. Skydive Chicago and Skydive Paraclete XP have more aircraft than the event requires, and additional aircraft will be available in the case of any mechanical issue. All events will be flown at 85-90 knots, 15lbs left and 20lbs right on torque.

Door handle configurations and additional details can be found in Bulletin 1

Skydive Chicago Twin Otter door from inside, open

Skydive Chicago Twin Otter door from inside, open

Skydive Chicago Twin Otter door from outside, closed

Skydive Chicago Twin Otter door from outside, closed

Skydive Chicago Twin Otter door from outside, open

Skydive Chicago Twin Otter door from outside, open

Skydive Chicago Twin Otter inside

Skydive Chicago Twin Otter inside

Skydive Chicago Twin Otter camera step

Skydive Chicago Twin Otter camera step

Skydive Paraclete XP Twin Otter door from inside, open

Skydive Paraclete XP Twin Otter door from inside, open

Skydive Paraclete XP Twin Otter door from outside, closed

Skydive Paraclete XP Twin Otter door from outside, closed

Skydive Paraclete XP Twin Otter door from outside, open

Skydive Paraclete XP Twin Otter door from outside, open

Skydive Paraclete XP Twin Otter inside

Skydive Paraclete XP Twin Otter inside

Skydive Paraclete XP Twin Otter camera step

Skydive Paraclete XP Twin Otter camera step

reserve repack requirements

All reserve parachute systems will be subjected to a 180 reserve repack cycle.  Therefore, each rig to be jumped during competition must be re-packed and inspected on April 14, 2024 or any date thereafter. Your gear, if not FAA-approved (TSO’d), may be packed based on your country’s repack interval. If you have a non-TSO’s rig you cannot lend it to others to use during the event.

If you would like to schedule an FAA Repack upon your arrival please schedule using the link or Bulletin #2 below.

pre-event jumping

There will be one twin otter available for training September 29th with limited dropzone amenities and three otters available with full dropzone set-up beginning October 1 for pre-event training.

Aircraft exit altitudes will be available between 10,500 ft (3200 metres) and 13,500 ft (3962 metres) AGL.

The jump pricing for pre-event training jumps will be:

3,000+ m: $39 USD

This pricing also applies to jump fees for additional events.

Beach Jumps

Crystal Coast Skydiving will be offering skydives landing onto Pine Knoll Shores beach next to Molly’s Beachside Bar & Grill for drinks and food on Saturday, October 12 for interested licensed skydivers after the official event conclusion.

Jumps will be $80 and include transportation from the beach back to the drop zone, about a 19 minute drive.

Jumpers will be able register on-site any time before October 12.

FAQS

  • To determine World Champions of Skydiving in the: 

    • 4-Way FS Event

    • 4-Way FS Female Event

    • 4-Way VFS Event

    • 8-Way FS Event

    • Freefly Artistic Event

    • Freestyle Artistic Event

    • Wingsuit Flying Performance Event

    • Wingsuit Flying Acrobatics Event

    • Speed Skydiving Event

    To determine the world standings of the competing teams

    To establish world records

    To promote and develop Formation Skydiving, Vertical Formation Skydiving, Artistic Skydiving, Wingsuit Skydiving, and Speed Skydiving

    To present a visually attractive image of the competition jumps and standings (scores) for competitors, spectators and media

    To exchange ideas and strengthen friendly relations between the sport parachutists, judges, and support personnel of all nations

    To allow participants to share and exchange experience, knowledge and information

    To improve judging methods and practices.

  • Skydive Chicago is home to the 2016 Mondial World Championships as well as several world records, USPA Nationals competitions, and international festivals with experienced management and staff. Skydive Paraclete XP also has a long list of experience hosting large-scale records, competitions, and events. The Organizing Committee made up from these two dropzones will ensure an incredible experience for all participants at the unique location of Crystal Coast Skydiving.

    Skydive Chicago
    Skydive Paraclete XP
    National Aeronautic Association
    United Stated Parachute Association
    Jim Rees- USA ISC Delegate

  • Check out bulletin 1 for details:

    https://www.fai.org/sites/default/files/event/importer/16898-99-900-901-b1_0.pdf

  • Please submit videos of the Free Routine(s), Routine description and order of compulsories to Tamara Vorst - CJ preferably via WeTransfer, no later than 48 hours before the competition starts. (AE competition starts October 7, 07.00, local/Beaufort time; therefore, video needs to be sent no later than October 5, 07.00, local/Beaufort time) Video Filename should be event_country_team name (e.g. FF_USA_USA1)
    See email address and details in Bulletin #2
    https://www.fai.org/sites/default/files/event/importer/16898-99-900-01-b2_0.pdf

  • The North to South lanes should be the primary designated lanes to fly, even if the winds are South to North. The jump run to be used will be established by the Meet Director as stated in Art 5.4.1 of the wingsuit CR. The limitation in lanes is due to safety and prevent competitors from being required to fly over water
    For unofficial reference points and more details see bulletin #2.
    https://www.fai.org/sites/default/files/event/importer/16898-99-900-01-b2_0.pdf

  • The use of a helmet and AADs are required. All reserve parachute systems approved by the FAA will be subjected to a 180 reserve repack cycle by an FAA-certified rigger.

    For more information check out Bulletin #1.

  • The Organizing Committee will be utilizing InTime as the required electronic scoring systems for FS, AE, Speed, Wingsuit Acro, and Wingsuit Performance judging.

    The Organizing Committee will post scores, easily accessible by teams and judges per ISC requirements.

  • All competitors must have full third party liability insurance valid in the US and also have insurance to cover medical expenses in the case of injury and repatriation. In case of any problems please contact the organizers. Personal items and equipment are the participants’ responsibility. Third Party Insurance may be obtained though www.USPA.org

    There is an inexpensive option for travel insurance at https://www.bhtp.com/ that covers professional athletic competition plus skydiving. Go to 'compare other plans' then pick 'AdrenalineCare' which provides medical coverage up to 50k and 750k medical evacuation for $20 at the time of this bulletin.

  • Visitors to the USA may be required to obtain a DS-160 visitors visa (B-2 visa) to attend this sporting event. Visitors can apply online to the US State Department using form DS-160. The nonimmigrant visa application fee for the athlete category at the time of this printing is $205 US, and is not covered by the registration fees. 

    Email events@skydivechicago.com to request a letter invitation to the event for visa purposes.

    Visa Information: https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas/visa-information-resources/fees/fees-visa-services.html

  • Registration for the MFS World Meet is still open!
    https://www.2024wsc.com/mfsworldmeet

    For information on facebook go to: https://www.facebook.com/events/1177499113273406

Registration includes

  • All Competition Jumps
    Any Jump-offs or Re-jumps
    Official Practice Jump(s); 1 for FS/SP, 2 for AE/WS
    ISC Sanction Fees
    Lunch October 6-11
    Opening Ceremony
    Closing Ceremony and Awards
    Closing Banquet Dinner
    Competitor Gift

  • ISC Sanction Fees
    Lunch October 6-11
    Opening Ceremony
    Closing Ceremony and Awards
    Closing Banquet Dinner
    Competitor Gift

  • ISC Sanction Fees
    Lunch October 6-11
    Opening Ceremony
    Closing Ceremony and Awards
    Closing Banquet Dinner
    Competitor Gift

  • Lunch October 6-11
    Opening Ceremony
    Closing Ceremony and Awards
    Closing Banquet Dinner
    Competitor Gift

  • Lunch October 6-11
    Opening Ceremony
    Closing Ceremony and Awards
    Closing Banquet Dinner
    Competitor Gift

  • Closing Ceremony and Awards
    Closing Banquet Dinner

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