Parachuting

Injured Veterans Empowered During Simulated Skydiving

Retrieved on: 
Friday, June 1, 2018
Air sports, Parachuting

At iFly, veterans enjoyed simulated skydiving using a flight chamber and a cushion of air.

Key Points: 
  • At iFly, veterans enjoyed simulated skydiving using a flight chamber and a cushion of air.
  • "With the back pain I'm experiencing, I can't jump out of actual planes anymore, but this event helped me experience skydiving once again," said Navy veteran Jim Clavito.
  • "Likewise, it connected me with fellow veterans with a similar passion.
  • Activities like simulated skydiving and socializing with other veterans can help injured warriors cope with stress and emotional concerns.

Free-fall in love with beautiful destinations, where virtual reality meets indoor skydiving

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, May 15, 2018
Air sports, Human behavior, Parachuting, Aerodynamics, Vertical wind tunnel, Virtual reality, Recreation

AUSTIN, Texas, May 15, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --The world's largest indoor skydiving operator has announced the introduction of a first-of-its-kind virtual reality experience to complement current flight offerings.

Key Points: 
  • AUSTIN, Texas, May 15, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --The world's largest indoor skydiving operator has announced the introduction of a first-of-its-kind virtual reality experience to complement current flight offerings.
  • The iFLY Virtual Reality Flight Experience is available to thrill seekers at 28 iFLY tunnels across the country.
  • The iFLY Virtual Reality Flight Experience is available to individuals ages eight and up.
  • Austin-based iFLY Holdings, LLC is the world leader in design, manufacturing, sales and operations of wind tunnel systems for indoor skydiving.