{"id":3323,"date":"2024-02-01T15:26:21","date_gmt":"2024-02-01T20:26:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/startskydiving.previewthe.site\/?p=3323"},"modified":"2024-02-27T08:36:43","modified_gmt":"2024-02-27T13:36:43","slug":"accelerated-freefall-aff-beginners-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/startskydiving.com\/blog\/accelerated-freefall-aff-beginners-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Understanding Accelerated Freefall (AFF): A Comprehensive Guide for Beginners"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The world of skydiving may seem a bit intimidating to newcomers, especially for those who are interested in becoming a full-fledged skydiver<\/a>. We understand that getting started on your skydiving journey can be a bit daunting from an outsider’s perspective. But don\u2019t get discouraged! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The truth is that we were all once in your shoes \u2013 gazing up at the sky, watching skydivers land their parachutes, envisioning our own heart-racing adventures. Getting your skydiving license through the Accelerated Freefall (AFF) program is absolutely possible and yes, even YOU can do it! With our comprehensive guide into the realm of Accelerated Freefall, we hope to shed light on what makes it a popular choice for novice skydivers and big dreamers alike.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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What is AFF?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Accelerated Freefall<\/a>, known as AFF<\/strong>, is a highly-renowned training method commonly used in the sport of skydiving to help individuals achieve their skydiving license and skydive on their own. It serves as the primary pathway for beginners to develop freefall and canopy piloting skills while under the guidance of trained instructors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While AFF is well-known within the skydiving community, it is a common misconception that everyone knows what AFF is. AFF may sound like a technical term<\/a> to newcomers ears, but it is, in fact, a gateway to the incredible freedom of our sport.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why is it Called AFF?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

In the historical context of skydiving, AFF marks a significant departure from the traditional static line method used in the past. Beginner skydivers would initiate their skydiving training by jumping with a line attached to the aircraft, ensuring a gradual deployment of the parachute.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Thanks to the revolutionary change to AFF, students were granted the opportunity to experience  immediate freefall right from the first solo jump<\/a>. With AFF, beginner skydivers are not tethered to the aircraft by a traditional static line allowing only parachute flight. Instead, they are able to jump at full altitude with two instructors to experience the thrill of freefall, setting the stage for a more engaging and rapid learning curve – a.k.a. Accelerated Freefall.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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What Makes AFF So Good?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

We\u2019ll agree that nothing is perfect. And while AFF tends to be a bit more costly due to the involvement of more instructors and higher altitudes, the pros of AFF far outweigh the cons. Here are the pros of learning to skydive using the AFF program:<\/p>\n\n\n\n