We are pleased to inform you that registration is now open for the currency and refresher jumps at Skydive Hinton.
The aircraft will be the GippsAero GA8-TC320 Airvan.
Pathfinder Parachute Group UK will conduct refresher training and currency jumps from the 18th to the 22nd of May 2026.
The registration fee is £65.
This fee is designed to cover administrative expenses along with CAA application costs necessary for obtaining a special parachute permissions.
The cost for jumps is £35 for club members and £40 for non-members.
Equipment rental is available at £30 for members and £38 for non-members, which includes a packing fee.
Approved packers will be reimbursed £10 for each packing job completed.
Monday will be allocated for ground refresher training, equipment checks, and packing. Participants who have not completed a jump in the past six months are required to attend this day to qualify for the currency jumps.
Jumping activities are scheduled from Tuesday through Friday.
Hinton offers campsite accommodations that can be reserved through Walltree House.
Additionally, numerous accommodation options are available within a short drive from the airfield.
This year represents a significant milestone for round parachute training in the UK; should we receive strong support and achieve favourable outcomes, we plan to introduce first jump training courses in 2027 and work towards eliminating the requirement for a CAA SPP.
Please refrain from contacting Skydive Hinton for administrative matters, as they are providing the facility and aircraft exclusively.
All inquiries should be directed to Pathfinder Parachute Group.
If you have any inquiries, please use the comments box, and we will respond at our earliest convenience.
Refund Policy – Please be advised that the registration fee is non-refundable.
All payments made for jump tickets will remain credited to your account and must be used within 2 years from the date of purchase.
Insurance – We are currently compiling a list of providers who are prepared to cover parachute jumps within the UK. This information will be made available shortly.
If you would like to take part but have not completed a parachute course with Pathfinders please state your experience in the comments box and we will get back to you asap
