How long does it take to skydive?

Answer 1

The length of a free fall when skydiving varies depending on a few different factors. Body size, shape, and the initial height of exit from the airplane come into play when determining free fall time. The average free fall on a tandem is about 60 seconds.

Answer 2

This is completely wrong. If you fell 30,000 feet in 45 seconds you would be traveling at over 500 miles per hour. A human, let alone anything else, cannot fall that fast. You reach a maximum speed at a few seconds and that speed varies a little based on the position of you body creating wind resistance. If in the standard free-fall position which is belly down and arms and legs out, you will fall at about 120 miles per hour and you can reach up to 180 if tucked in a ball or missile style straight up and down. You will fall about 8000 feet in 45 seconds which is about 1000 feet per 5 seconds at 120 miles per hour. A fall from 30,000 feet will last about 45 seconds. From 54,000 feet will last about a minute. Standard formula s = 1/2 * a * t^2 where a = 9.8 m/s and s=distance you jump from. Thrills of course will last longer.

Answer 3

Usually 30 to 60 seconds in freefall and 2 to 5 minutes underneath the parachute. The feelings you get after the jump usually last longer!!

Answer 4

It depends on how high above the ground you are.

Answer 5

Around 45-60 seconds of freefall then about 4-5 minute parachute ride.

Answer 6

It depend on how high he drops and when he pulls the chute.

Answer 7

2 seconds

Answer 8

5 seconds.