Tandem skydive in Foggia
No verified ENAC school is confirmed in Foggia yet. Sunflyers Paracadutismo Puglia (Skydive Puglia) is a preliminary option to check. Browse the Quota 4000 registry for the closest active dropzone.
Where to do a tandem skydive in Foggia
Foggia sits in northern Puglia, on the flat Tavoliere delle Puglie plain — terrain that looks spectacular from 4,000m. The honest answer: Quota 4000 does not yet have a fully verified ENAC-licensed school assigned to this province. Before you book anything, check the [Quota 4000 dropzone registry](/en/centres) for the closest confirmed school to Foggia. Schools update their status regularly, and the registry reflects the latest data.
That said, one name comes up as a preliminary option worth investigating: Sunflyers Paracadutismo Puglia (Skydive Puglia). Treat it as a starting point, not a confirmed booking destination — verify directly with them before you travel.
Why Sunflyers Paracadutismo Puglia
Sunflyers Paracadutismo Puglia (Skydive Puglia) operates in the Puglia region, which makes it geographically the most logical first call for anyone based in or visiting Foggia. A few reasons it stands out as a preliminary recommendation:
- It is a Puglia-based operation, so you stay within the region rather than crossing into Campania or Basilicata.
- Exit altitude is 4,000m — the standard for a full 60-second freefall.
- The school's name suggests tandem and sport parachuting as a core activity, not a seasonal side offering.
That said, exact location, current operating status and pricing must be confirmed directly with the school or through the Quota 4000 school page once it is fully verified.
How the jump works
A tandem jump from 4,000m follows the same sequence at every ENAC-licensed dropzone in Italy:
- Ground briefing — 20–30 minutes. You learn the exit position, how to arch your body and how to land.
- Climb to altitude — the aircraft takes roughly 15–20 minutes to reach 4,000m.
- Freefall — approximately 60 seconds at around 200 km/h. This is the part people remember.
- Canopy flight — 4–5 minutes gliding under the parachute. The instructor steers; you look at Puglia from above.
- Landing — standing or sliding, depending on conditions. Injuries on a standard tandem landing are rare.
For age, weight and health requirements, read the full breakdown at tandem requirements.
Alternatives to consider
If Sunflyers Paracadutismo Puglia (Skydive Puglia) cannot be confirmed or is temporarily inactive, two directions are worth exploring:
Bari area dropzones — Bari is roughly 130 km south-east of Foggia along the A14 motorway. Several sport aviation clubs operate in the greater Bari province. Check the Quota 4000 registry filtered by Puglia for current options.
Campania border schools — If you are in the western part of the Foggia province, schools near Benevento or Caserta may actually be closer than a Bari-area dropzone. Distance matters more than region when you are choosing where to jump. Use the registry map to compare.
Do not book a school based on a name alone. Confirm it holds a current ENAC tandem authorisation before you pay a deposit.
How much it costs
Tandem jumps in Italy typically range from €180 to €280 depending on altitude, video package and the specific dropzone. For Foggia and Puglia, no verified price is confirmed in our registry yet — pricing is available on request directly from Sunflyers Paracadutismo Puglia (Skydive Puglia).
For a full price comparison across Italian dropzones, see the Quota 4000 cost guide. It breaks down what is included, what costs extra (video, photos, transport) and what the going rate is by region.
Frequently asked questions
- How far is the nearest dropzone from Foggia?
- No exact distance is confirmed yet for Foggia because the closest verified ENAC school has not been assigned in our registry. Sunflyers Paracadutismo Puglia (Skydive Puglia) is the preliminary option for the Puglia region. Check the Quota 4000 registry map at /en/centres for real-time distance data from your location.
- How much does a tandem skydive near Foggia cost?
- Prices for Puglia dropzones are available on request. Across Italy, tandem jumps from 4,000m typically cost between €180 and €280 before optional extras like video or photos. For a full breakdown by region, visit the Quota 4000 cost guide at /en/tandem/cost.
- What are the requirements to jump?
- In Italy you must be at least 18 years old, or 16–17 with written parental consent depending on the school. Maximum weight is usually 100–110 kg. Some health conditions require a medical certificate. Full requirements — including what to declare on the day — are listed at /en/tandem/requirements.
- What should you bring on jump day?
- Wear comfortable, close-fitting clothes and lace-up shoes (no sandals, no boots with buckles). Bring a valid ID — ENAC rules require identity verification before every jump. Leave jewellery and loose accessories at home. If you wear glasses or contact lenses, tell the instructor: goggles will be provided. No special kit is needed; the school supplies the rest.