Skydive Snohomish

What Skydive Snohomish does

Skydive Snohomish is a privately-held skydiving dropzone operating at Harvey Airfield in Snohomish, Washington, approximately 20 miles north of Seattle. Founded in 1999 by Tyson Harvey and acquired in 2025 by Mayon and Elizabeth Hight, the company serves nearly 20,000 tandem students and experienced skydivers annually — cumulatively over 100,000 jumpers since inception — making it one of the highest-volume dropzones in the Pacific Northwest. The company's product portfolio centers on tandem skydiving from 8,000-14,000 feet ($264 standard, with optional 60-second Extra Altitude upgrade), supplemented by a Hi-Def video and photo package ($99), tiered group rates ($239-$254/person for parties of 4+), and full-facility private event rentals ($2,500 base).

Underlying technology is aviation- and safety-focused rather than digital: a dual aircraft fleet comprising an enhanced Cessna 182 Skylane and a Cessna 208B Grand Caravan with an 850hp Blackhawk engine conversion, custom ram-air parachutes, FAA-certified AAD (Automatic Activation Devices), and reserve parachutes packed every 180 days by certified riggers. The licensed skydiver segment is supported by dedicated facilities including a jumper hangar, manifest system, and rigging loft. Additional revenue streams include aircraft leasing under FAA Part 91 ($400-$900/hour), gear rental ($30/rig), and gift certificates sold through an online booking platform (skysno.reservations.dizio.app).

The business model is direct-to-consumer and transactional. Pricing is one-time per jump with optional add-ons, seasonality caps operations (peak mid-March through September), and revenue is weather-dependent. Distribution is exclusively direct through the company's own website, phone line (360.568.7703), and on-site walk-ins — no third-party booking agents are used, and the company actively warns customers against reseller scams. The customer base is highly fragmented across four segments (first-time tandemers, licensed skydivers, group events, and occasional aircraft lease clients) with no anchor accounts, supported by 30+ ground and air crew members and a workforce of 11-50 total employees.

Name

Skydive Snohomish

Legal name

Skydive Snohomish, Inc.

Website

https://skydivesnohomish.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2000

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Skydive Snohomish is a privately-held skydiving dropzone at Harvey Airfield in Snohomish, Washington, serving approximately 20,000 tandem students and licensed skydivers annually across the Pacific Northwest through direct-to-consumer booking, group events, and aircraft leasing.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Skydiving and Adventure Sports Services

NAICS

Other Nonscheduled Air Transportation (481219), Nonscheduled Chartered Passenger Air Transportation (481211), Scenic and Sightseeing Transportation, Other (487990), Tour Operators (56152)

SIC

Air Transportation, Nonscheduled (4522)

akta.pro primary industry

Skydiving Experiences (Tandem, AFF, Scenic Jumps) (THAAAMAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Skydiving Centers & Drop Zones (Tandem, AFF Training) (THAAAKAB), Paragliding, Skydiving & Airborne Adventure Sports (THAJABAJ)

Keywords

• Tandem skydiving services
• Skydiving dropzone operations
• Adventure sports experiences
• Aircraft leasing services
• Private event venue rental

Headquarters

HQ city

Snohomish

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Tandem Skydiving: Primary revenue stream from tandem skydiving experiences at $264 per person, including 30-minute ground school and tandem skydive from 8,000-10,000 feet
2. Licensed Skydiver Jumps: Experienced licensed skydivers pay $33 per jump from 8-13K feet; Hop n' Pops (below 8K) are $29
3. Photography and Video Services: Three video edits plus approximately 150 complimentary photos for $99, professionally edited and delivered within 24 hours
4. Gear Rental: Rig rental at $30 per jump; Altimeters at $5 per jump; Pack jobs at approximately $10 for licensed jumpers
5. Aircraft Leasing: Cessna 182 at $400/hour (plus $75/hour fuel); Cessna 208B Grand Caravan at $900/hour (plus $300/hour fuel). Leases available under FAA Part 91 for research, aerial surveys, and business travel
6. Private Events and Facility Rental: Full facility rental at $2,500 including multimedia technology, internet, tables/chairs, catering access; plus group skydiving rates from $239/person for 10+ guests
7. Group Rates: Tiered group pricing: 4-6 people at $254/person, 7-9 people at $249/person, 10+ people at $239/person

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Skydive Snohomish operates a premier skydiving dropzone at Harvey Field near Seattle, providing tandem skydiving experiences from 8,000 to 14,000 feet, learn-to-skydive training programs toward USPA licensure, and dedicated jump services for experienced licensed skydivers. Ancillary paid offerings include professional photo/video packages of the jump, gear rentals (rigs, altimeters, packing), aircraft leasing (Cessna 182 and Cessna 208B), gift cards, private event and full-facility rentals for corporate and group occasions, and tiered group pricing.

Product overview

Skydive Snohomish operates as a premier skydiving dropzone at Harvey Field near Seattle, Washington, offering a unified service portfolio centered on tandem skydiving experiences for first-time jumpers, supplemented by training resources for aspiring licensed skydivers and specialized services for experienced jumpers. The core product is the Tandem Skydiving experience ($264/person), which can be enhanced with add-on services including Double Freefall altitude upgrades ($35), professional Hi-Def Video and Photos packages ($99), and group rate discounts for parties of 4 or more. Additional revenue streams include Private Events with full facility rental ($2,500 base), Aircraft Lease for research operations, and Gift Cards. The company does not operate a platform-plus-modules software architecture but rather provides physical adventure services through its dropzone facilities.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Tandem Skydiving First-time skydiving experience in which participants are harnessed to a certified USPA tandem instructor for a jump from 8,000 to 14,000 feet with 30–60 seconds of freefall. Priced at $264 per person and includes 30-minute ground school. Targeted at adults with no prior skydiving experience.
• Learn To Skydive Program Training resources and pathways for individuals seeking to obtain USPA A, B, or C skydiving licenses, including information on training methods and affiliated Accelerated Free Fall training centers. Targeted at aspiring licensed skydivers.
• Experienced Skydiver Services Services for licensed USPA C and D skydivers, including access to jumps from 8,000–13,500 feet, rig rental, altimeter rental, packing services, gear store, dedicated manifest, and a licensed-jumper hangar. Targeted at USPA-licensed skydivers.
• Private Events and Full Facility Rental Full facility rental ($2,500 base, includes multimedia presentation technology, high-speed internet, tables/chairs/linens, coffee/tea/water, outdoor recreation access, and self-parking) and customized group events including corporate team-building, birthdays, bachelor/bachelorette parties, reunions, and fundraisers, with full venue access and special group skydiving rates. Targeted at corporate event planners and private group organizers.
• Aircraft Lease Hourly aircraft rental under FAA Part 91 dry lease agreements offering a Cessna 182 Skylane ($400/hour including pilot, ~$75/hour fuel; ~140 knots cruise, ~930 nm range) and a Cessna 208B Grand Caravan ($900/hour including pilot, ~$300/hour fuel; ~160 knots cruise, 25,000 ft service ceiling) for aerial research, environmental studies, surveys, equipment transport, and business travel. Available 24/7 year-round for the Cessna 182 with seasonal availability for the Caravan. Targeted at researchers, government agencies, and contractors needing specialized aerial platforms.

Quantifiable outcome

• Nearly 20,000 tandem students and experienced skydivers served annually
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Buzz Inn SteakhouseminorOthersOn-site restaurant at Harvey Airfield offering breakfast, lunch, and dinner with full-service menu, outdoor dining area, and views of skydiving and airport activity. Provides convenient dining option for customers before or after their skydiving experience.
• United States Parachute Association (USPA)coreOthersRegulatory agency for sport skydiving in the US; Skydive Snohomish is a USPA Group Member pledging compliance with USPA Basic Safety Requirements. USPA issues skydiving licenses and sets training and safety standards.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Market position

Weaknesses1 record

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/skysno
• Facebookfacebook.com/skydivesnohomish
• Instagraminstagram.com/skydivesnohomish
• Xx.com/skysno
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/skydive-snohomish

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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