Piedmont Skydiving

Piedmont Skydiving in Salisbury, NC, operates from Mid-Carolina Regional Airport and claims the #1 rated dropzone in North Carolina. Located 35 miles north of Charlotte, it offers one of the highest tandem skydiving experiences on the East Coast: jumps from 17,500 feet deliver nearly 80 seconds of freefall, compared to the standard 40-second jump from 12,500 feet. On clear days, skydivers enjoy breathtaking views spanning Charlotte, the surrounding cities, Lake Norman, Badin Lake, and the Blue Ridge Mountains.

Open seven days a week during summer, Piedmont Skydiving specializes in AFF (Accelerated Freefall) and tandem skydiving for both first-time jumpers and experienced skydivers. The dropzone caters to family groups and offers flexible scheduling with weekday, Friday, weekend, and high-altitude tandem options. First-jump tandem students can expect professional instruction and coaching from USPA-rated instructors known for their passion and commitment to student progress.

The AFF program provides structured training through a 25-jump curriculum leading to USPA-A certification. With an A License, jumpers can dive at dropzones worldwide without direct supervision. Ground school courses teach the fundamentals of skydiving through classroom instruction, while in-air training builds freefall and parachute skills alongside certified instructors. The facility also accommodates licensed skydivers pursuing solo jumps and offers media packages with professional video and high-resolution photography of each jump.

Piedmont Skydiving's central location in North Carolina makes it easily accessible from Charlotte, Greensboro, Winston-Salem, Raleigh, and surrounding areas. The supportive community welcomes first-time jumpers, students, and experienced divers alike, emphasizing a family-oriented atmosphere where fun and progression go hand in hand. Equipment rental and sales, packing services, and rigging services are available on-site.

The dropzone operates a PAC 750XL aircraft and is part of the Mid-Atlantic Region of the United States Parachute Association. Whether seeking an unforgettable first jump, structured certification training, or the thrill of extended freefall from one of the highest jump altitudes in the region, Piedmont Skydiving delivers consistent, professional instruction and an accessible dropzone experience in the North Carolina skies.