Skydive New England

Skydive New England operates from Skydive New England Airport (ME64) in Lebanon, Maine, claiming to be New England's largest and best drop zone. Situated on a 240-acre private airport just 65 miles north of Boston and 5 miles from the nearest hotel, the dropzone offers year-round operations five days a week from April through November, with flights departing Thursday through Monday.

The facility stands out for its on-site infrastructure and extended season. Skydive New England operates 2x Cessna 208B Caravans and provides full camping accommodations including bunkhouses with beds, showers, bathrooms, and a designated camping area. The on-site restaurant, covered packing area, and equipment rental services create a complete resort experience. Beyond jumping, the dropzone offers video documentation, rigger and packing services, and regularly organizes weekend events, Tandem/AFF training camps, and RV-friendly facilities with electricity.

The operation caters equally to first-time jumpers and experienced skydivers. Tandem skydiving packages start at $289, with military and first-responder discounts available at $259. Birthday jumpers receive $229 packages, while weekday tandem discounts drop to $259. For those serious about solo skydiving, Skydive New England offers the Accelerated Freefall (AFF) program endorsed by the United States Parachute Association (USPA), designed to build skills progressively from tandem jumps through independent solo flight. The facility also offers Instructor Assisted Deployment (IAD) training and Tandem instruction for those pursuing certifications.

The dropzone's amenities reflect its full-service resort positioning. Beyond the bunkhouse accommodations and on-site restaurant, facilities include load organizers for group coordination, swoop ponds, video facilities for reviewing jumps, Wi-Fi access, and RV spaces with electricity. This infrastructure makes Skydive New England attractive for weekend trips, weeks-long training courses, and multi-jump sessions.

Located in the heart of New England, Skydive New England Airport provides a scenic jumping environment combining mountain and rural landscape views characteristic of Lebanon's Maine setting. The facility's private airport status ensures a dedicated skydiving focus without commercial traffic conflicts.

Whether jumping for the first time, celebrating a milestone, honoring military service, or pursuing USPA solo certifications, Skydive New England in Lebanon, Maine positions itself as a comprehensive training and recreation facility capable of accommodating everyone from nervous first-timers to experienced jumpers seeking community and progression.