Construction begins on iFly indoor skydiving center in Wilmington (2024)

FAQs

How much does it cost to build an iFLY? ›

We typically see projects come together in the range of $2M-$10M; some of which will be technology cost, some of which will be construction. How do I decide what size of tunnel I need? Tunnel 'size' is measured by the diameter of the flight chamber.

We replicate the skydiving experience and offer flights which are about 1½ times longer than a tandem jump. So each flight is around 60 seconds, often a bit longer but never shorter than 50 seconds. A double flight is about 120 seconds long.

Not exactly. There are certainly quite a few similarities between indoor skydiving in a wind tunnel and outdoor skydiving, but indoor skydiving replicates just one portion of the skydiving experience: freefall. The benefit of indoor skydiving is a freefall time of two minutes and up.

iFLY's revenue is $10.0 million.

iFLY peak revenue was $9.9M in 2023.

Franchise Summary

We do business under our corporate name and the name “iFLY”. Our agents for service of process in the states that require franchise registration are listed in Exhibit H. The total investment necessary to begin operation of an iFLY franchise ranges from $3,473,500 to $12,329,926.

You can fly at iFLY as long as you: Do not weigh more than 300lbs. If you weigh between 260lbs - 300lbs, please notify a team member upon booking in.

You'll be asked to remove ALL loose items ( watches / rings / jewellery, etc ) and will be provided with flight suit, helmet & goggles. You'll also be offered earplugs before flying. Whilst we do have lockers on site, we suggest leaving valuables at home.

If you have friends with you, they are welcome to take photos of you flying in the tunnel. Alternatively the high quality digital downloads taken from inside the tunnel are £5. Hope this helps.

Tips are always encouraged, though not required. The amount is totally dependent on your feelings post-experience.

Here's the deal: Your stomach won't drop like when you're on a rollercoaster. You won't feel any kind of fall. In fact, you won't even feel the 120 mph speed. Instead, you'll feel the air underneath you for the entire freefall, supporting every surface of your body.

Is iFLY hard? ›

Well: Indoor skydiving is as hard as you want to make it–but that's part of the fun!

Another group of people who may want to avoid indoor skydiving is those with recent shoulder and back injuries. The shoulders and back need to be able to support an individual's weight during the flight. Those with heart conditions should consult with their doctor before going indoor skydiving.

Bumps, bruises, and some soreness are the most common risks associated with indoor skydiving – and of course, addiction to the world of tunnel flying!

Amazing experience! Excellent experience! First time indoor skydiving and our instructor Apor was amazing to calm the nerves and helped us make the most of the experience. All staff very helpful and friendly, will definitely be returning for another flight!

Jeans don't work because they're too confining and they don't stretch. Any clothing with ornaments – strings, beads, rhinestones, grommets, etc.

We're not dissing denim here, but usually, jeans and skydiving just don't mix. If you have a pair of well-loved worn-in jeans, by all means, wear them skydiving. However, you should consider that ideal skydiving pants need to have some stretch. The skydiving harness will be a bit tight and jeans may be uncomfortable.

One thing people tend to worry about with the indoor and outdoor versions of our sport is whether it is hard to breathe when skydiving. The increased airflow over your face can make it seem like you can't breathe – but you absolutely can.

Indoor skydiving facilities have proved to be an extremely profitable and widely accepted business. The upfront cost and complexities when starting a project are the biggest challenges for interested investors.

With a price tag of roughly $15-30 million to build or $2,000-3,000 per hour to rent, wind tunnels are extremely resource-intensive.

How much does a vertical wind tunnel cost? ›

- A high quality portable vertical wind tunnel will cost you anywhere from $300,000 - $750,000 US Dollars. This type of tunnel can accommodate skydivers as well as tourists, and can be relocated easily to locations with high volume traffic.