Events

APA Secretary Job Vacancy

Date: 24th January 2012 to 14th March 2012
Time: 12:00 AM
   

The current Army Parachute Association Secretary is due to retire shortly. Chairman APA seeks to appoint a successor. The job advertisement is attached along with application details and timelines.

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Entered by: APA Office Date: 25/01/2012 Amended: 25/01/2012

APA Forecast of Events 2012

Date: 24th January 2012 to 31st December 2012
Time: 12:00 AM
   

Download the attached pdf to see what we've got planned for 2012 - our 50th anniversary year! Details for all events will be added to the website as they are finalised.

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Entered by: APA Office Date: 25/01/2012 Amended: 27/01/2012

BPA CSI Course

Date: 6th February 2012 to 10th February 2012
Time: 08:00 AM
   

Nethers will host a BPA CSI Course 6 Feb - 10 Feb 2012

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Entered by: APA Office Date: 05/10/2011 Amended: 25/01/2012

Winter MRX 13 Feb - 11 Mar 2012

Date: 13th February 2012 to 11th March 2012
Time: 08:00 AM
   

We are finalising the plans to relocate the DZ to Middle Wallop during the military exercise that will take place at Netheravon.

The BPA inspection has taken place and while we need to await confirmation from the next BPA STC meeting (9th Feb),we are hopeful that Mddle Wallop will be cleared for A licence and above jumping.

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Entered by: APA Office Date: 06/05/2011 Amended: 22/01/2012

FS Coaches Training Weekend

Date: 25th February 2012 to 26th February 2012
Time: 08:30 AM
   

Ever wanted to get your FS Coaches rating? Now's your chance. Mark Bayada will be running a training event over the weekend of the 25th and 26th of Feb.

Please see the attached pdf document for full details of the eligibility criteria, course programme and costs.

Please contact Mark using the email address below in order to book your place. Please note this course will be taking place at Middle Wallop.

Apologies for any confusion - just to confirm, this event will run on the weekend of the 25th and 26th Feb. NOT the 18th and 19th.

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Entered by: APA Office Date: 30/01/2012 Amended: 31/01/2012

Summer Opening Times 2012

Date: 16th March 2012 to 26th October 2012
Time: 12:00 AM
   

Summer opening timings for 2012 will begin on Friday 16 March. That means we will be open from 12pm on Wednesdays and 10am Fridays, both until last light. This will remain in place until the clocks go back.

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Entered by: APA Office Date: 09/03/2010 Amended: 23/01/2012

APA AGM

Date: 21st April 2012 to 21st April 2012
Time: 07:00 PM
   

The APA AGM will be held at 7pm on Saturday 21st of April. The meeting will be chaired by Andrew Kennett. The meeting will take place in the packing area.

The bar will open at 6.30 so grab a beer and come along to air your views - as well as listening to others. There will be a free curry afterwards for all attendees.

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Entered by: APA Office Date: 01/02/2012 Amended: 01/02/2012

Patrick Passe 32 Way Sequential 4-7 May 2012

Date: 4th May 2012 to 7th May 2012
Time: 08:30 AM
   

In May 2012, 32 skydivers will be invited by Caroline Hughes, of Skydive Choreography, to be part of a skilled group that will take attempt technically challenging dive plans led by renowned load organiser and World Team captain Patrick Passe. There willbe another group that will take on smaller but challenging sequential skydives led by Caroline. This second group will also get the chance to jump with Patrick on some larger dives. Participating in this event will provide a unique opportunity for FS jumpers to enhance their big way skydiving CV and gain easier access to future large formation events.Priority will be given to club jumpers who meet the selection criteria but there will plenty of slots for visiting jumpers too. Selection weekends will be announced shortly.More about this event, the selection criteria and how to express an interest can be found on the attached PDF file.

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Entered by: APA Office Date: 27/09/2011 Amended: 25/01/2012

First UK Wingsuit Competition

Date: 4th May 2012 to 7th May 2012
Time: 08:30 AM
   

APA Netheravon are hosting the first UK Wingsuit Competition featuring both Performance and Artistic events. All are welcome and coaching will be available all weekend. The competition will be followed by fun organised loads. For full details see attached document.

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Entered by: APA Office Date: 27/11/2011 Amended: 28/11/2011

RAPS Progression Week 21 - 25 May 2012

Date: 21st May 2012 to 25th May 2012
Time: 08:30 AM
   

The APA will be running a RAPS student progression week from 21 - 25 May. The aim of the week is to get participants through to Category 8. There will also be an introduction to FS for those that qualify during the week. Cost is £150 which includes 4jumptickets. Names and £50 deposit to Tanya in the APA Office

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Entered by: APA Office Date: 05/08/2011 Amended: 25/01/2012

60 Way Weekend/Free Fly Boogie 2 - 5 Jun 2012

Date: 2nd June 2012 to 5th June 2012
Time: 08:30 AM
   

Dave Lewis and Caroline Allen will be organising a 60 Way Revisited Weekend, the Skyvan has been booked. A Free Fly Boogie with Euphoria will also take place for the not so flat flyers.

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Entered by: APA Office Date: 05/10/2011 Amended: 25/01/2012

Armed Forces Parachute Championships 2012

Date: 7th July 2012 to 13th July 2012
Time: 12:00 AM
   

The Armed Forces Parachute Championships will take place 7 - 13 July. Training days will be Wed 4 - Fri 6 July 2012.

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Entered by: APA Office Date: 05/10/2011 Amended: 25/01/2012

Olympic Restrictions - Good News!

Date: 27th July 2012 to 12th August 2012
Time: 12:00 AM
   

Following a meeting with the CAA in December it was found that the impact to the DZ operation should be minimal with the worst affected period likely to be during the opening ceremony (24-27 July). This is midweek so will be manageable.

At other times throughout the Olympics (16/7-10/8) there will be a requirement for the pilots to obtain clearance from ATC whilst in the controlled airspace. The pilots and DZ will be fully briefed and it is not expected to disrupt our operation greatly.

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Entered by: APA Office Date: 05/10/2011 Amended: 25/01/2012

Summer MRX

Date: 20th August 2012 to 17th September 2012
Time: 08:00 AM
   

The DZ will relocate during the period hopefully to Middle Wallop Airfield. The dates may shift slightly, we will know more nearer the time.

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Entered by: APA Office Date: 05/10/2011 Amended: 25/01/2012