Skydive: Sport Parachuting Explained

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Chenfeld, D. (2011). Above All Else a World Champion Skydiver's Story of Survival and What It Taught Him About Fear, Adversity, and Success. New York: Skyhorse Publishing.
World champion skydiver Dan Chenfeld tells his story of overcoming tragedy by using the methods he created to become successful in skydiving and life. The book is informative and the author has proved the methods himself. I believe the information is accurate, but may be bias in favor of selling more copies of his book.

Donaldson, C. (2000). Skydive: Sport Parachuting Explained. Marlborough: Crowood.
This book provides information for prospective skydivers and tips for veterans. It covers a wide range of topics from what to expect on you first jump course to more advanced

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