Our jump masters will take you safely to the edge of the tower where youll get a moment to take in aucklands incredible scenery before letting go and plummeting at. See which new books our editors chose as this months favorites for kids of all ages. Rush through the air with this base jump by wire at. Our aff skydive training program will teach you all the skills you require to be able to skydive solo, learning comprehensive skills for flying your body and piloting your parachute. Top your sky tower experience with a sky walk or sky jump. Participants wear a full body harness and flying suit all provided. Bring your experience of the auckland sky tower to new heights with a skyjump. This 1day skydiving course lasts 68 hours and teaches you everything you need to know including how to exit the plane, how to fly a specific body position, how to fly and land your parachute safely. This is another brillant book by one of americas best writers of childrens literature. Youll fall very fast at speeds of up to 85kph 52mph for around 11 seconds before coming to a smooth. Home to over 1,000 table games and 1,600 gaming machines, its biggest claim to fame is the iconic 328 metre sky tower that has become an important recognisable feature of the auckland skyline. Book skyjump skyjump auckland everything new zealand. Skydive auckland,000 ft tandem epic deals and last.
For an extremely exciting experience, take the plunge and. List of accidents and incidents involving airliners by. Compare that against the statistics of skydiving accidents. Experience 11 seconds of pure adrenaline as you plunge 53 floors down at a speed of 85kph. The sky tower is a telecommunications and observation tower in auckland, new zealand. In 2012, 19 people died in parachuting accidents in the united states, or roughly one person per 100,000 jumps. Aj hackett bungy skyjump epic deals and last minute.
The sky tower is an icon of auckland s skyline and new zealands tallest building at 328m. Skydiver in intensive care after crash landing during solo jump. Located at the corner of victoria and federal streets within the citys cbd, it is 328 metres 1,076 ft tall, as measured from ground level to the top of the mast, making it the tallest freestanding structure in the southern hemisphere and the 25th tallest tower in the world. Take a leap off new zealands tallest building on the skyjump 192m, 85 kmph and 11 seconds of pure adrenaline. Police say they are treating the death as a medical event at this stage. This list of accidents and incidents involving airliners by airline summarizes airline accidents and all kinds of minor incidents by airline company with flight number, location, date, aircraft type, and cause. Book the 20,000ft skydive, highest in nz, and receive a free skydive auckland scarf on the day.
Well here we are in auckland and now is the time to do it. Why would anyone jump out of a perfectly good phallicshaped tower. Thirteen skydivers were forced to jump out of an aircraft over lake taupo in 2015 after suspected engine failure. The recipient will need to book an exact time and date online using the gift voucher they receive from you. See current travel times, traffic updates, information on incidents and roadworks, and traffic cameras on your route. Aucklands sky tower which is the tallest tower in the southern hemisphere is home to two of the most exhilarating and unique tourist attractions in the world. Oct 08, 20 why would anyone jump out of a perfectly good phallicshaped tower. Youll fall very fast at speeds of up to 85kph 52mph for around 11 seconds before. Skyjump can best be described as base jumping with a wire attached to you. If you make one jump in a year, your chance of dying is 1 in 100,000.
While all of the incidents in this list are noteworthy, not all the incidents listed involved fatalities. Wanted to bungie jump but dont know if back can take that. Skyjump auckland auckland, new zealand nz information. Skyjump and skywalk auckland central 2020 all you need. A man stole a light plane and threatened to crash it into the landmark sky tower in new zealands largest city, auckland, before plunging the craft into the sea saturday night, police said. Rush through the air with this base jump by wire at around 85kmh falling for around 11 seconds. Its the ultimate leap of faith a jump from nzs highest building with nothing but a wire between you and the ground 192m down. Auckland sky tower skyjump nz buy tickets here experience oz. The sky jump lets you jump from the top of the sky tower of auckland 192 m. Battle of the books jump into the sky flashcards quizlet. Skyjump las vegas skyjumpstratosphere tower in las vegas.
Sky jump jump 192m from nzs tallest building aj hackett. A unique experience on new zealands tallest building its up to you whether you look or leap. It takes about 11 seconds to reach the ground falling at about 85 kph. Although nz has its acc system to cover accidents available for residents and visitors. The nearby air bar is available if you require some liquid courage. Bookme is the home of the epic deals and last minute discounts on all holiday adventures. Skyjump, north americas highest jump found at the stratosphere tower in las vegas. We had gone into the downtown city of auckland last week, but there was a lot of things happening the nines rugby league competition, the lantern festival, there were a lot of people wanting to do the jump so we couldnt schedule our jump. Today, i jumped off the tallest building in auckland. Skyjump can be described as base jumping while attached to a wire. An unforgettable experience for true daredevils, base jump by wire off the tallest manmade structure in new zealand. There is nothing like skydiving for sheer heartstopping adrenalin and adventure and there is no place like new zealand to do it.
Leap off aucklands famous sky tower 192 metres straight down. This exhilarating skyjump from new zealands tallest manmade structure includes all equipment and a safety briefing. Not in conjunction with any other offer, direct bookings only. The book jump into the sky by shelley pearsall is a historic fiction story taking place in the time of world war ii.
Leap off the famous auckland sky tower and fall 192 metres straight down. There have been several bungy jumping accidents in new zealand. Take the leapdive off the tallest tower in the southern hemisphere on the skyjump and experience a rush like none other. At 192 metres, aucklands iconic sky tower gives you the highest jump and the only base jump by wire in new zealand. Family friendly packages and photo and video available. We also have a minimum weight restriction of 45kgs in winds over 40 kmh. Some other main characters include levis father, charles, his aunt, aunt odella, and his fathers friend from the war and his wife. Skyzone injury sheds light on trampoline park safety. After performing his first personal jump off the auckland harbour bridge, he later performed stunts all over the planet, including an illegal jump from the eiffel tower. Parakai, northwest of auckland 20 two skydivers jumped from a cessna aircraft just before the aircrafts engine lost power and the plane started to drop quickly.
Learn to skydive in auckland, new zealand skydive auckland. We will email you an open dated gift voucher valid for 12 months. In the late 1980s, aj hackett formed a company and started the worlds first commercial bungee jumping center at the kawarau bridge outside queenstown, new zealand. Leap off auckland s famous sky tower 192 metres straight down.
Skyjump and skywalk auckland central 2020 all you need to. This nz icon also offers a recordbreaking activity. Skywalk is exposed at the top of the sky tower, so we have very strict cutoff limits for wind. Mar 05, 2017 the day when i was embracing my fear of falling from the height auckland, new zealand. In august 2005, aj hackett added a skyjump to the macau tower, making it. Youll fall very fast at speeds of up to 85kph 52mph for around 11. The sensible traveller would ensure a light breakfast, just in case those butterflies got the better of them at the top. Accidents where participants became detached led many commercial. To purchase a gift card for any of our jump packages, visit us at the skyjump store located on the retail level at the stratosphere. The main character is levi, an african american boy living with his aunt in chicago. Bungee jumping also spelt bungy jumping, is an activity that involves a person jumping from a. Before you jump, swing or zipride, make sure youre well rested, hydrated and have recently eaten.
Opened in 1996, skycity auckland also offers worldclass restaurants, live entertainment and poker tournaments. As the tallest freestanding structure in the southern hemisphere, youll enjoy panoramic views of the bright city lights from one of its three observation decks. Look at the us skydiving incident reports to get an idea of the types of problems that lead to fatalities. Last but not least, the one thing that never fails to impress, are the views to take in from the top of the auckland sky tower. Skyjump is one of new zealands most thrilling tourist attractions and one of auckland citys dont miss. An aj hackett experience new zealands highest jump. Different to bungy jumping, youll fall very fast at 85kph for approximately 11 seconds, before coming to a smooth landing on the sky city plaza below we have highly trained jumpmasters who suit you up, rope you up and talk you through everything you need to know before you take the leap. Skydive auckland is new zealands largest tandem skydive, sport skydive and learn to skydive center.
Skydivers in serious condition after training jump. According to the united states parachuting association, there are an estimated 3 million jumps per year, and the fatality count is only. Tell your bungy crew if you have high or low blood pressure, heart conditions. Find local traffic information to help you plan your journey in auckland. Skydiving in new zealand things to see and do in new zealand. Thinking about doing the sky jump building 630 ft in auckland. Skyjump auckland auckland, new zealand lonely planet. Explore our editors picks for the best kids books of the month. On a skyjump, you, attached to a wire, base jump off a platform on the auckland sky tower 192 metres up and plunge toward the ground at about 85kph. Skyjump is new zealands highest jump and only base jump by wire. Its the only sky jump in north america and the highest in the world.
The big question is always, how dangerous is skydiving. Jump into the sky will appeal to all ages, however. Experience one or both of these attractions for an absolutely thrilling day out. New zealands magnificent landscapes take on an extra dimension when youre 12,000 feet in the air. While attached to a wire, base jump from a platform on the exterior of the famous auckland sky tower192 metres upand plunge toward the ground at about 85kph. The 16yearold was following the rules intended to ensure safety at skyzone indoor trampoline park when his leg broke in two places, putting him in a cast from hip.
Jump start your kiwi adventure by leaping from aucklands skytower. In may 2003, rotorua woman jamie shaw, 19, suffered severe bruising after. Army post in search of his father a lieutenant in an elite unit of all black paratroopers. High school coach presumed dead after skydiving accident. Skyjump is a controlled descent, similar to a vertical zip line. The first step towards learning to skydive is to complete one of our aff training courses, which take place every month see our event calendar. Always book your jumps on the internet to save money. Jump start your kiwi adventure by leaping from auckland s skytower.
I gave one to my 92 year old uncle who served in wwii and he loved it. The jump is a ten minute walk from our hotel, the vr queen street hotel and suites and im hopping off the edge of aucklands highest tower at 10. Skyjump gives you 11 seconds of pure adrenaline as you plunge 53 floors down at a. This was a relatively unplanned activity, but not content with my recent accomplishment of skydiving 2 days earlier, i decided to take on the sky jump plus i wasnt quite brave enough to do a bungy jump at that point.
On my last two days in new zealand i still wanted to do something different. Sep 26, 2014 the jump is a ten minute walk from our hotel, the vr queen street hotel and suites and im hopping off the edge of aucklands highest tower at 10. Jan 01, 2012 the book jump into the sky by shelley pearsall is a historic fiction story taking place in the time of world war ii. The day when i was embracing my fear of falling from the height auckland, new zealand. In 20 a pilot escaped without injuries after his skydiving plane crashed into a. Learn more enter your mobile number or email address below and well send you a link to. Home to over 1,000 table games and 1,600 gaming machines, its biggest claim to fame is the iconic 328 metre sky tower that has become an important recognisable feature of. Mar 08, 2015 today, i jumped off the tallest building in auckland. Including safety briefings, the skyjump experience takes a total of about 30 minutes, and skywalk, 75 minutes. Sep 15, 2011 compare that against the statistics of skydiving accidents. In the safe hands of your highly trained jump master you will be fully guided thru this amazing experience. Our jump masters will take you safely to the edge of the tower where youll get a moment to take in aucklands incredible scenery before letting go and plummeting at 85km towards the city streets below. This list of accidents and incidents involving airliners by airline summarizes airline accidents and all kinds of minor incidents by airline company with flight number, location, date, aircraft type, and cause this list is dynamic and by no means complete.
San jose bcn a san jose high school tennis coach is missing and presumed dead after a skydiving accident last week in new zealand, police. Leap from aucklands sky tower, and youll achieve skyjump auckland bragging rights, adrenaline junkies can get their fix by falling 630 feet 192 meters straight down from the base jump, located at the observation tower. Leap 192m from nzs tallest building, reaching speeds upto 85kph. Jumping off the sky tower in auckland, new zealand life in. Bungee jump in the world according to the guinness book of records. Youll plummet 192 metres off the sky tower at 85 km an hour. While you are falling fast, the drop from high on the tower down to the sky city plaza lasts over 10 seconds. Standing 192m 629ft above auckland with people and cars below you, that step off the edge is exhilarating. Skyjump auckland skyjump from sky tower 192m above. Its just like being a movie stuntman, or a super hero. Feel the pure euphoria and thrill of jumping from a plane at,000ft with skydive auckland, auckland s leading tandem skydiving provider. The auckland skytower, standing high above the city at 328 metres, is the tallest tower in the southern hemisphere and the tallest manmade structure in new zealand.
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