Airborne Petawawa Announces World Skydiving Day and Veteran Appreciation Skydive Event

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June 22, 2026

Airborne Petawawa Announces World Skydiving Day and Veteran Appreciation Skydive Event

Petawawa, ON – Airborne Petawawa is inviting the community to take part in two

exciting skydiving events this summer.

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World Skydiving Day: On Saturday, July 11, Airborne Petawawa will join thousands

of dropzones around the world in an attempt to set a new World Skydiving Day Record

for the most skydives completed in a single day. Whether it's a first tandem skydive or a

jump by a seasoned skydiver, every participant helps move the global total higher.

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Petawawa Veteran Boogie: Airborne Petawawa is also excited to announce that

nominations are now open for their Petawawa Veteran Boogie, taking place on August

19 and made possible through the generous support of a corporate sponsor.

Fifteen Canadian Armed Forces members and veterans will be selected to receive a

complimentary tandem skydive over the Ottawa Valley.

 Petawawa Veteran Boogie at a Glance

• Event Date: August 19, 2026 (Weather days: August 20/21)

• Complimentary Tandem Skydives Available: 15

• Nomination Deadline: July 25, 2026

• Eligible Nominees: Canadian Armed Forces members and veterans

• Selection Criteria: Service, leadership, resilience, or commitment to the community

• Participant Requirements: Ability to lift legs for landing and weigh less than 210 lbs

"Skydiving brings you into the present moment. The noise fades away, the mind clears,

and your entire focus is on what’s right in front of you." said Airborne Petawawa owner

Raul Zaharia.

Those interested in participating in World Skydiving Day or submitting a veteran

nomination can contact Airborne Petawawa for more information.

The limit is not the sky, the limit is the mind.