iFLY Indoor Skydiving Chicago Lincoln Park, IL
iFLY Indoor Skydiving - Chicago Lincoln Park •
800 West Scott Street • Chicago, IL 60610
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Overview
Located just minutes from the Lincoln Park Conservatory and Old Town Triangle, iFLY Indoor Skydiving Chicago Lincoln Park offers the rush of free-falling in a safe and controlled environment—no airplane or parachute needed. Whether you are a first-timer or a seasoned flyer, expert instructors will guide you through an unforgettable adventure. Come fly today!
Good To Know
- Enjoy two (2) flights in a state-of-the-art wind tunnel, lasting 60 seconds each—similar to the 45-second freefall portion of an actual skydive!
- Approximately 1.5 hours inclusive of a training session and hands-on assistance from a certified and trained flight instructor.
- Ages 3 and up can enjoy the safe thrills of flying with the instructor's supervision.
- Participants weighing 260–300lbs are subject to additional evaluation by the local staff—the flyer's weight limit is 300lbs.
- Please wear casual clothes and well-fitting lace-up sneakers or running shoes—you'll wear a jumpsuit over your clothes.
- Goggles are large enough to be worn over eyeglasses but secure your hair in a braid or a low bun to fit the helmet.
- Flying is not recommended for guests who are pregnant, have non-removable hard cast/prosthetics, head, neck, back, or shoulder injury, or have a heart condition.
- Flyers under the age of 18 must have a parent or guardian present to sign their flight waiver.
Description
Simply put, iFLY is flying; you will soar on a column of air inside a vertical wind tunnel. The vertical wind tunnel moves air up in a vertical column, creating the indoor skydiving experience.
iFLY is the world leader and most experienced company when it comes to vertical wind tunnels. iFLY Chicago-Lincoln Park uses superior technology and is unique; multiple fans located at the top of the flight chamber produce a wall-to-wall airflow that is smooth and fun to fly in. The air flow is totally controllable; this, combined with our professional instructors, makes for the most exciting flight experience possible.
Flyers do not need any previous experience to fly! At iFLY Lincoln Park, you will learn how to fly your body in a controlled manner with the assistance of your instructor. Professional flight instructors will provide you with all of your flight gear, along with the fundamental skills for body flight through a classroom training session. All you have to do is get ready to smile because this will be the most exciting thing you have ever accomplished!
Skydivers love freefall because it's the closest possible thing to true human flight. Now everyone can experience the same exhilaration, in a safe environment, in full view of family and friends!
Everything that you need for a flight experience is waiting for you at iFLY. No experience is needed, just a sense of adventure and a yearning for the supreme personal flight experience. The innovative sport of body flight is always new and exciting!
The entire process lasts roughly 90 minutes. Each flight package includes not only your flight time, but also your pre-flight training and gear rental. iFLY Lincoln Park takes ages three (3) and up and all prices are the same for children and adults.
Please note that this experience is not recommended if you have ever had a history of neck, back, or heart problems or if you have ever had a prior shoulder dislocation. Pregnant women are not permitted to fly.
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iFLY Indoor Skydiving - Chicago Lincoln Park is located at iFLY Indoor Skydiving - Chicago Lincoln Park • 800 West Scott Street • Chicago, IL 60610
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Frequently Asked Questions about iFLY Indoor Skydiving - Chicago Lincoln Park
Where is iFLY Chicago-Lincoln Park?
iFLY Chicago-Lincoln Park is located about 5 miles north of Downtown Chicago at 800 West Scott Street, Chicago, IL 60610.
How old do you have to be for iFLY?
You must be at least three (3) years or older.
Is there a weight restriction?
Yes, for the safe experience of customers and instructors alike, iFLY Lincoln Park may not be able to accommodate flyers weighing 260–300lbs—subject to additional evaluation by the local staff. Please note that iFLY will not be able to accommodate those exceeding 300lbs.
How tall do I need to be to fly?
There are no height restrictions.
Are there any health restrictions?
Yes, flying is not recommended for guests who are pregnant, have non-removable hard cast/prosthetics, head, neck, back, or shoulder injury, or have a heart condition or any other condition that may impede their ability to take part in physical activity or increase the risk of injury.
How similar is it to the real thing?
This facility for indoor skydiving in Chicago recreates the freefall portion of a skydive with its wind flow. Skydivers worldwide use wind tunnels as training facilities because of their similarity to the real thing.
How long is each flight?
Each flight within the wind tunnel lasts 60 seconds. When jumping from an airplane, the free fall portion lasts approximately 45 seconds. Your admission has two (2) flights, so you will have two (2) turns in the wind tunnel with an instructor lasting 60 seconds each. The entire experience lasts about 1 hour and 30 minutes from start to finish.
Is it safe?
Yes, the iFLY vertical wind tunnel uses superior technology to produce smooth wall-to-wall airflow that is safe to fly in. Certified flight instructors will also ensure safe and enjoyable flight sessions—your instructor will be with you throughout your flight, regardless of your experience level.
What should I wear?
Jumpsuits will be worn over casual clothes, preferably pants and a shirt without a collar. Comfortable, non-restrictive clothing should be worn with well-fitting, lace-up sneakers or running shoes. Flyers with long hair should secure it back braided or in a low bun to fit the helmet.
Can I wear my glasses?
Yes, iFLY has larger goggles that can fit over eyeglasses.
