Basingstoke iFLY: Indoor Skydiving 2 Flights & Certificate
Float Without Jumping: Indoor Skydiving at iFLY Basingstoke
You arrive 45 minutes early, get geared up in a flight suit and helmet, then fly one-on-one with a certified instructor twice in an 800-horsepower vertical wind tunnel. The airflow reaches 130–175 mph, and the stable column keeps you floating without falling. Two flights equal the freefall time of three tandem skydives, and you leave with a certificate and the memory of weightlessness on solid ground.
1h 30m
Step-by-step itinerary
Indoor skydiving experience at iFLY Basingstoke
- Arrive at iFLY at least 45 minutes early
- Check in and get geared up
- Receive safety briefing and instructions
- Fly one-on-one with instructor twice
- Enjoy free-fall sensation in wind tunnel
- Receive flight certificate
The Experience
You step into the flight chamber at iFLY Basingstoke and the tunnel operator begins turning up the wind speed. The vertical column of air builds beneath you—130 mph, then 150, then climbing toward 175 mph—and suddenly your feet leave the ground. Your instructor is right there, one hand on your harness, reading the air and your body, making small adjustments so you stay centered in the column. It's the freefall sensation of a skydive without the plane, the jump, or the parachute. The whole experience runs about 90 minutes from arrival to certificate, and you get two separate flights with your own instructor, which adds up to the same airtime as three tandem jumps from 12,000 feet.
The setup is straightforward. You arrive at least 45 minutes early—this matters, because the facility runs like an airline manifest and you need time to check in, get suited up in the flight suit and helmet, and be ready when your slot comes. Groups stay under 13 people, but when you're in the tunnel, it's just you and your instructor. The wind does the work; the airflow is engineered to keep you stable and floating, so no prior experience is needed. Kids as young as three can fly, though there are a few health screens—you can't be pregnant, can't have a dislocated shoulder history, and need to be under 117 kg. If you're near that limit, contact iFLY directly before booking.
The adrenaline hits different when you're suspended in that column of air, weightless and held up by physics alone. Your instructor guides you through small movements—how to angle your body, how to control your drift—and by the second flight you're already more comfortable. The certificate at the end is real; you've done something most people only dream about, and you have proof.
What’s included
- Your experience includes full instruction from a certified flight instructor, all equipment (flight suit, helmet, goggles), two separate flights with one-on-one time in the wind tunnel, and a certificate of flight achievement.
- All fees and taxes are covered.
- You'll need to arrive at least 45 minutes before your booked flight time for check-in and gearing up.
Operated by iFLY Indoor Skydiving
Is this one for you?A good fit if you want the sensation of skydiving without jumping from a plane and need no prior experience. Plan to arrive 45 minutes early—that's what the facility needs to get you checked in, suited, and ready to fly on time.
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Top questions
Do I need skydiving experience to fly at iFLY Basingstoke?
No. The facility is designed for beginners. Your certified instructor guides you through everything, and the engineered airflow keeps you stable.
How long is the whole experience?
About 90 minutes total, including check-in, gearing up, two flights, and your certificate. Arrive at least 45 minutes before your booked flight time.
What's included?
Full instruction, flight suit, helmet, goggles, two flights, and a certificate of achievement. All fees and taxes are included in the price.
What's the weight limit?
You must weigh less than 117 kg (18 stone 7 pounds). If you're close to this limit, contact iFLY directly before booking.
Can children fly?
Yes, ages 3 and above can participate, provided they meet the health requirements.
Who shouldn't book this?
Pregnant travelers, anyone with a history of shoulder dislocation, spinal injuries, or poor cardiovascular health should not participate. Check with iFLY if you have any health concerns.
Is iFLY Basingstoke wheelchair accessible?
Yes. All areas, surfaces, and transportation options are wheelchair accessible.
What happens if I'm late?
Arrive no less than 45 minutes before your booked time. The facility operates on a manifest system like an airline, so late arrivals may miss their slot.
Basingstoke iFLY: Indoor Skydiving 2 Flights & Certificate
1h 30m · EN
from £ 40 per person
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