Skydive Coastal Carolinas

Skydive Coastal Carolinas operates from Cape Fear Regional Jetport in Southport, North Carolina, offering tandem skydiving and Accelerated Freefall (AFF) training with a distinctive oceanside setting. Located one mile from the Atlantic Ocean, the dropzone provides jumpers with picturesque aerial views of the coastline during freefall—a rare combination of accessibility and scenery that sets it apart from inland facilities. The location south of Wilmington and north of Myrtle Beach positions Skydive Coastal Carolinas as the premier skydiving destination for the region.

The facility operates year-round, seven days a week, with world-class amenities supporting both recreational and serious skydivers. Tandem jumps are available with airport landings (Mondays through Sundays), priced at $299, and the dropzone offers group discounts of $279 per person for groups of five or more. Military personnel receive a $20 discount on standard tandem prices. For those seeking to earn their solo skydiving certification, Skydive Coastal Carolinas' Accelerated Freefall program follows the curriculum issued by the United States Parachute Association (USPA). AFF training progresses through designated course categories, with students matriculating at their own pace—some completing training in weeks, others over several months, provided they maintain the USPA requirement of at least one jump every 30 days to remain current.

On-site facilities include equipment rental and sales, professional packing and rigging services, shower facilities, and Wi-Fi. Video services cater to various preferences: a premium package featuring dynamic edited video shot by a videographer and instructor selfie cam ($250), a video and photos option with edited footage plus stills taken via tandem selfie cam ($125), and video-only service with edited footage by the tandem instructor ($100). The dropzone also offers videography and photography services, and experienced jumpers can enjoy sunset skydives.

Skydive Coastal Carolinas trains across AFF and Tandem progression levels and supports fun jumping for licensed skydivers. The dropzone operates two Cessna 182 aircraft, providing flexible scheduling for various jump types. Beyond jumping, the surrounding area offers convenient access to lodging and dining within two miles, with Southport and nearby Oak Island providing a full range of visitor amenities.

The professional, highly-trained instructors at Skydive Coastal Carolinas have made the facility the go-to choice for first-time jumpers and certification students in the Carolinas, combining safety-focused instruction with the transformative experience of skydiving against an ocean backdrop.