Hi All,
Having recently had commitment from Hibaldstow, I can now confirm that:
The SOS UK Record Attempt 2025 shall take place from Mon 16 - Fri 20 June at Skydive Hibaldstow
The structure of this year’s Record Attempt is very similar to last year due to the feedback from participants. We will be in two groups; one with Patrick returning as our Primary Load Organiser and the other with Larry Henderson. For those who do not know, Larry brings a wealth of LO experience to the Team, having been World Team Captain and a P3 LO.
The outline plan is to meet at Skydive Hibaldstow at 08:15 on Mon 16 June for kit & documents check, Hib waiver signed (it would be helpful if this can be done in advance of, where possible, the event) jumpsuits on, gear turned on and ready.
We will work in two groups and then Patrick and Larry will confirm the Record Attempt whilst working with lesser experienced/current SOS Members to build up currency. The Current Record is 18; we will have a total aircraft capacity of 30 + 2 Video
We will be looking at 4 - 6 jumps per day over that period and therefore budget for 20 jumps. Jump Tickets shall be £25.00 (Hib Block Jumps can be used). Altitude shall be 15000 Ft. We will have two aircraft and five days to achieve the record.
The Registration Fee is £135.00. Registration is mandatory and the link is
https://form.jotform.com/250152088585359
For SOS members on previous UK records you may be asking what do you get for your £135.00 Registration Fee?
You get:
World-class coaching in both Patrick and Larry, who will shape and plan our attempts to be the most successful they can we be – we want this to be a step change in the UK Record
Jumping with a committed group that are 100% there to make history
The opportunity to earn a Load Organiser’s reference for other, larger events
Support our application for other funds to help with the overall cost given that each jumper has shown their commitment to the Plan
T-Shirt (Size Guide to Follow)
Fish & Chips (menu to follow) on Mon 15 Jun included in the Registration Fee. Other food choices will be made available and prices confirmed in the forthcoming period
An anticipated meal for the group on completion of the event (if there are any funds remaining, those will be deposited at the Bar at the end of the event to toast our success!)
This is to primarily offset LO’s rates/expenses as well as Camera Fliers’ pack jobs and other costs; please note that whilst I am confident that funding shall be available to cover the bulk of these costs (and I am currently in discussion for the same), there may be an increase in the Registration Fee.
Please refer to Skydive Hibaldstow’s website for accommodation options available in order that you can make the necessary logistics/arrangements (Skydive Hibaldstow)
I will be at the DZ from Fri 13 Jun
Key to achieving the record will be safety, currency and consistency; there are a number of events at different DZs both in the UK and elsewhere; LBW; P3; Jim Bradwell’s 16 Ways and others. We are investing ad hoc build up weekends at Hib, Langar, I would ask for support from the Wider Team to promote the event and get fellow SOS into the air. For LBW, the POC is Clive Vardakis.
We will seek to organise warm ups from now up to and including 14 - 15 Jun
Registration shall close at 16:00 15 May. This shall allow us to update the dive plans, allocate slots.
Obviously things change; if any changes occur, then please, in the first instance inform me either by email or telephone (+447748 534914)
I have already spoken with British Skydiving “The Mag” to socialise the event.
Please cascade out to other potential POPS/SOS members or non-members for candidate membership
As most of you are aware, it was originally intended that we ran a POPS Record Attempt as a concurrent activity; unfortunately due to the lack of availability of a third aircraft, we will now hold a concurrent POPS Big Way Camp using the two aircraft and effectively POPS will turn SOS.
The LO for this Big Way Camp is Scott Latinis.
Best regards,
Mike
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