Indoor skydiving is on the rise and is attracting more and more public attention. The number of wind tunnels in Europe is still manageable, but more are being added all the time. And they need good indoor skydiving instructors. The best are with us, of course! We asked Sandro what his day-to-day work is like, whether it’s true that the job is just cool, why he’s a load organizer and why he hangs out on boogies.

How did you get into indoor skydiving?

I completed my “AFF” (Accelerated FreeFall) skydiving training in 2015. In January 2016, I then had my first flying experience in a wind tunnel – I was so blown away and “dä Ärmel inezug” that I really wanted to continue. As a skydiver, further training in the tunnel is unavoidable.

What made you decide to train as a flight instructor?

The first time I flew in the wind tunnel, it was immediately clear to me – this is what I want to do in the future, I want to turn my hobby into a career!

What are the best moments in your working day?

When there is a nice flow at work, a good atmosphere and we harmonize with each other as a team as a matter of course. Over the last five years, the size of the team has grown considerably – from 14 people originally, we now have 20 employees. Including freelancers, we are now a real Windwerk family.  And, of course, making customers happy and putting a smile on their faces – these are still the best moments in everyday flying.

Are there typical routine tasks in your job?

After five years, you have a certain rhythm and a daily routine. Nevertheless, it never gets boring. The unexpected makes everyday life very varied and exciting.

What are your favorite and least favorite tasks?

My favourite tasks include organizing team events, alternating between office work and flight operations and “staff flying”, i.e. flying together with the Windwerk employees.  It’s less nice when people don’t not participate and are unmotivated, then it gets tedious …  Basically, there are good days and less good days – just like in any job. 😊

Do you sometimes get fed up with flying?

Yes, after the winter. Then you’ve trained a lot for the competitions and I’m happy when I can take a break.

What situations do you find particularly challenging?

We regularly fly with people with disabilities, which is a challenge in itself and requires special preparation. It seems difficult at first, but when you see the joy on their faces and everything works out in the end, it’s a wonderful experience.

In your free time, you like to go parachuting as a loard organizer and on boogies. Can you explain what that means and what motivates you to do it?

The Load Organizer, or LO for short, is an experienced skydiver who plans the jump at the dropzone. He brings jumpers of the same level together, briefs them on the formation elements and continuously builds up the jump throughout the day. As an LO, you have to deal with lots of different people, which I really like. I can pass on my knowledge and skills and am happy when the skydivers have fun and learn new skills.

Dear Sandro, thank you for giving us an insight into your day-to-day work and beyond.
We are very happy to have you in our team.

By the way: We train professional flyers and instructors.
Our skills camps and training courses are regularly announced on our website: https://www.windwerk.ch/de/sport-indoor-skydiving/events-camps

Sandro will be happy to answer your questions and provide additional information.
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