Ascend Parachute Services, Inc.

06/26/2023

When you're named after a sewing machine, you're destined to become a rigger. 🤷🏼‍♂️

06/14/2023

Trust your gear, trust your rigger. We've got your back.

06/09/2023

We'll see you tomorrow bright and early! It's going to be an amazing day!

06/05/2023

Some pack jobs are easier than others! 👀

06/02/2023

Ever get that feeling when driving into the DZ that it's going to be a special weekend? We've got those vibes!

05/25/2023

🪂 Rigging Pro Tip of the Week:

A rigger with well manicured and baby soft hands may not be the rigger for you. 😉

05/23/2023

Do You Know The Riggers Pledge?

• I will keep constantly in mind that until men grow wings their parachutes must be dependable.

• I will pack every parachute as though I am to jump with it myself, and will stand ready to jump with any parachute which I have certified as properly packed.

• I will remember always that the other man’s life is as dear to him as mine is to me.

• I will never resort to guesswork, as I know that chance is a fool’s gold and that I, a rigger, cannot depend on it.

• I will never pass over any defect, nor neglect any repair, no matter how small, as I know that omissions and mistakes in the rigging of a parachute may cost a life.

• I will keep all parachute equipment entrusted to my care in the best possible condition, remembering always that little things left undone cause major troubles.

• I will never sign my name to a parachute inspection or packing certificate unless I have personally performed or directly supervised every step, and am entirely satisfied with all the work.

• I will never let the idea that a piece of work is “good enough” make me a potential murderer through a careless mistake or oversight, for I know there can be no compromise with perfection.

• I will keep always a wholehearted respect for my vocation, regarding it as a high profession rather than a day-to-day task, and will keep in mind constantly my grave responsibility.

• I will be sure-always.

05/18/2023

The loft is busy as everyone returns to the skies! Be sure to check your repack dates before you rock up to the DZ... no one wants the first jump of the season to be delayed!

05/18/2023

We had a lively debate this morning on the best skydiving movie scene.... Which one do you think is the best?

✔ Point Break
✔ Mission: Impossible Fallout
✔ Fandango

Some missions are not a choice. Watch the official featurette from Mission: Impossible - Fallout starring Tom Cruise where he completes a High Altitude Low O...

05/15/2023

Proper preparation prevents poor performance. If you've got big skydiving plans this summer, the journey starts with your local rigger!