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BASE jumping vs. skydiving: two completely different worlds The bottom line: From the outside it looks the same, in reality they are different sports. You learn skydiving safely and step by step on a drop zone with instructors and a reserve parachute. BASE jumping is extremely high risk with no margin and no reserve, and only relevant for very experienced skydivers. They share freedom, not the same context or risk. tl;dr: Start skydiving as a beginner through a course on an official drop zone with clear procedures. BASE is for experts with hundreds of jumps, no reserve and almost no time to correct. Safety, equipment and mindset make the difference. Also read our gear blog for the technical side. Advanced canopy skills are crucial for BASE due to small landing areas and turbulent air. ➤ Show table of contents What is skydiving? What is BASE jumping? Safety and training Culture and mindset Why do people mix them up? Conclusion What is skydiving? Skydiving happens from an aircraft at altitude, often between 3000 and 4200 meters. You experience freefall, deploy your parachute and land under control. This takes place at official drop zones, with certified instructors, a reserve parachute and clear procedures. Anyone can learn this through the AFF course. What is BASE jumping? BASE jumping means leaping from fixed objects: Buildings, Antennas, Spans and Earth. You jump low, often have only one or two seconds to act and you have no reserve canopy. Mistakes are rarely recoverable. It is a discipline for a small group of highly experienced skydivers. Because landing areas are often small and surrounded by obstacles, strong canopy skills are essential. Safety and training In skydiving you learn step by step with emergency procedures, briefings and the right checks. You jump with a main and a reserve

Is skydiving really that dangerous? On fear, facts and reality Bottom line: Many people think skydiving is extremely dangerous. But if you look beyond the headlines, you'll see a very different picture. This blog is about perception, statistics, and the huge steps skydiving has taken in terms of safety. tl;dr: Skydiving has a scary reputation, but most accidents are caused by human error, not equipment failure. Compared to everyday risks like driving, skydiving is statistically much safer than people assume. Modern gear, serious training and your mindset make the biggest difference — and you're more capable than you think. ➤ Show table of contents Why skydiving has such a risky image Compare it to driving a car Skydiving is safer than ever The most important factor is you Why skydiving has such a risky image As soon as someone mentions ‘skydiving’, many people immediately think of danger. The image is clear: people jumping out of a plane — that has to be life-threatening, right? And when something does go wrong, the headline is predictable: “Parachute failed to open.” What those articles often leave out is the real cause. In most cases, it’s not the equipment that fails, but human error. That changes the story quite a bit. Still, the reputation sticks. Compare it to driving a car Anything outside our comfort zone quickly feels dangerous. But ironically, we get in the car every day — without realizing that driving is statistically far riskier. In 1970, over 3,300 people died in traffic accidents in the Netherlands. Thanks to better rules and technology — like seatbelts, helmet laws, and speed cameras — that number has dropped. In 2023, there were still 684 traffic fatalities. Skydiving? The number is far, far lower. And that’s no coincidence. Skydiving is safer than ever The sport

Safe skydiving with Airboss: how good gear builds real confidence The bottom line: Skydiving starts with trust in your equipment. In this blog, you’ll read how Airboss anchors safety into every detail — from the gear you’ll use to daily checks. And why you’ll feel ready to jump with peace of mind. tl;dr: At Airboss, you jump with professional equipment that’s certified and trusted worldwide. Your gear includes a reserve parachute, an automatic opener (AAD), and is checked daily. Confidence grows when you understand your gear — and that’s exactly what you’ll learn. ➤ Show table of contents Every jump starts with trust What makes gear truly safe? What’s in your skydiving gear? Maintenance, inspection & checklists You are responsible too Confidence starts with personal experience Safety makes all the difference Every jump starts with trust Whether it’s your very first skydive or you’ve jumped before — you want to be sure your gear is solid. That’s why at Airboss, we only use professional equipment trusted by instructors and teams worldwide. It’s tested, certified, and reliable. And it’s exactly what you’ll be jumping with. What makes gear truly safe? Skydiving equipment is subject to strict international regulations. Every component — from the harness to the release system — must meet FAA standards such as the TSO (Technical Standard Orders). These certifications guarantee your gear is tested for strength, durability, and performance under extreme conditions. At Airboss, we only use certified and well-maintained equipment. No shortcuts, no compromises. We invest in safety, because that’s the only solid base from which you can truly enjoy freefall. What’s in your skydiving gear? You’ll jump with a harness that holds two parachutes: a main canopy and a reserve. Your gear also includes an Automatic Activation Device (AAD) — a small computer that monitors your