Skydive The Falls (Youngstown)

Skydive The Falls in Youngstown, New York is the only skydiving center that circles over the top of Niagara Falls by joining the scenic traffic pattern—a distinction that guarantees guests the best possible views of the falls on every single jump. Located at Windsor Shear Airport, the dropzone sits just nine miles north of Niagara Falls, making it the closest skydiving center to both Buffalo, NY and Niagara Falls itself.

What sets Skydive The Falls apart is the unparalleled scenic experience. From their Lake Ontario location in Youngstown, jumpers take off from Windsor-Shear Airport and fly down the Niagara River, taking in sights of the Toronto skyline, Fort Niagara, and local landmarks like Artpark Amphitheater and Whirlpool State Park. Once reaching Niagara Falls, skydivers join the scenic traffic pattern for breathtaking views before heading back to the dropzone. With both locations—the Youngstown facility and their Downtown Niagara option—all jumps occur at 14,000 feet with guaranteed views of the falls on every flight.

The facility operates seven days a week from May through October and provides a comprehensive training environment for all skill levels. First-time skydivers can book a tandem jump, while those seeking to earn their license can enroll in the Advanced Freefall (AFF) Program, an accredited USPA training program. The AFF curriculum guides students through seven solo skydiving levels, with each jump including ground training, a solo dive with instructor accompaniment via radio, and a post-jump debrief. Upon completing AFF Level 7, graduates are cleared for self-supervised solo freefall and can continue toward their "A" class skydiving license through additional coaching jumps and requirements set by the United States Parachute Association.

Skydive The Falls maintains full USPA Group Member status, meaning all safety regulations and standards set by USPA and the Federal Aviation Administration are upheld. The operation uses Cessna Caravan and Cessna 182 aircraft as jump ships, providing comfortable rides to altitude. An in-house videography service captures the experience, and gift cards are available for those looking to share the adventure.

The dropzone emphasizes the unique "pure magic" experience their professional and cheering team delivers. Beyond the scenic flight tour over Niagara and the falls themselves, skydivers benefit from a carefully designed process that prioritizes safety, instruction, and the thrill of freefall. For those considering skydiving as a bucket-list activity, Skydive The Falls offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience one of the world's most iconic natural wonders from an altitude of 14,000 feet—a combination impossible to replicate at any other dropzone.