For many first-time jumpers, skydiving is both a daring dream and a nerve-wracking thought. One of the most common concerns is: Is skydiving safe or not?
Let’s take a look at everything you need to know about skydiving safety, skydiving safety measures, and why skydiving is even safer than driving!
According to the United States Parachute Association (USPA), the fatality rate for tandem skydives in the USA in 2023 was just 0.27 fatalities per 100,000 skydives, the lowest in our history. That means you are more likely to be struck by lightning than experience a fatal accident while tandem skydiving. South African statistics are much lower because a significantly lower number of skydives are made in a year.
According to recent data for the Road Traffic Management Corporation in South Africa, approximately 19.39 people out of every 100,000 have died in car accidents in South Africa in 2023. Statistically, skydiving is not as dangerous as you might think and actually shows that driving is far riskier than skydiving. So next time someone says, Why would you jump out of a perfectly good airplane? you can confidently say, Because it’s safer than driving to the airport!
Skydive Mossel Bay follows the strictest skydiving safety measures to maintain an excellent safety record. Here’s what we do to keep you secure:
We only use top-tier skydiving safety equipment, including:
Skydiving has advanced tremendously over the years, and thanks to innovative technology, modern training, and strict regulations, it has become one of the safer adventure sports in the world. Unlike activities like base jumping or wingsuit flying, tandem skydiving has carefully planned procedures, experienced instructors, and built-in safety measures that minimize risk.
So, are you ready to check skydiving off your bucket list? Book your tandem skydive with Skydive Mossel Bay today. You will be in good hands!
Mossel Bay Airfield, Aalwyndal, Mossel
Bay, South Africa, 6500
