Field Notes.

Wingsuits can make aircraft seatbelts awkward to reach, but awkward is not an excuse. A badly fitted restraint, excessively long extension or loose buckle can place everyone in the aircraft at risk.

When the Caravan carrying Hans and 17 other skydivers lost its engine at just 350 feet, there was no time for a second attempt or a lengthy briefing. Everyone survived, but the incident offers some important lessons about seatbelts, door management and emergency readiness, particularly for wingsuiters sitting at the front of the aircraft.

The exit will likely be the nearest open door. Please keep in mind the closest exit may be behind you.

Your first hour in a wingsuit tunnel can be humbling, eye-opening and more physical than you expect. Here is what actually happens, why everyone starts with the safety system, and how to get the most from the experience.

After a First Flight Course, many wingsuiters start asking the same question: when is it time to move to a bigger suit? The answer is not jump numbers, tunnel hours, or what everyone else at the event is flying. Real progression comes down to control, recovery, awareness, and whether you have truly mastered the suit you are already in.

The sun is out, the rigs are coming out of storage, and the temptation is to get straight back into it. But being excited for wingsuit season and actually being ready for it are not the same thing. Here is how to prepare properly, keep things simple, and start the season in a way that gives you the best chance of building momentum safely.

While the WS1 certificate focuses on basic safety and survival, the WS2 is a performance-based grade that requires true pilot competency. Many students fail the WS2 assessment because they rush the process, relying on solo flights or “lazy” flocks that entrench bad habits like rigid body positions and poor speed range. To succeed, jumpers should focus on consolidating their skills through deliberate practice-rotating positions in small groups, experimenting with stability at altitude, and utilizing tools like the wingsuit tunnel. Ultimately, preparing for WS2 isn’t just about ticking a box; it’s about developing the relative flight skills necessary to be a safe and capable member of any formation.

Wingsuiting begins long before the door opens. From how we sit to how we communicate with the pilot, our presence in the aircraft impacts everyone on board. In this in-depth guide, we unpack the small decisions that make a big difference-maximising space, managing safety, and keeping the peace at 13,000ft.

Upsizing your wingsuit isn’t about jump numbers or peer pressure-it’s about mastery. If you haven’t squeezed every ounce of performance from your current suit, you’re not ready. Be a ninja first-fly clean, fly controlled, and fly with purpose.

The thrill of wingsuit flight brings unmatched freedom-but choosing the right CYPRES could be the silent safeguard that ensures you make it home when the unexpected happens.

Performance wingsuiting pushes pilots to their limits of how fast they can fly horizontally, how far they can fly and how long they can fly for between a set altitude.

Chris Judd provides an overview into what a Safe WS rig actually looks like for your first set of WS jumps

The world outside the aircraft door offers an incredible sense of freedom and adventure-but with that comes the responsibility of ensuring a safe return to the ground.

Wingsuiting is a sport of continuous learning. Whether you’re just starting out or pushing the limits of what’s possible, finding the right information can make all the difference. While UK Wingsuiting’s own Learn Section is packed with valuable insights, there are some other incredible resources out there.

Chris Judd provides a simple step by step guide to improve your Wingsuit flare technique

The world outside the aircraft door offers an incredible sense of freedom and adventure-but with that comes the responsibility of ensuring a safe return to the ground.