Organizers of skydiving activities in the Moscow region have experienced a decline in profits of up to 50% in 2026. This downturn is attributed to frequent drone incursions and the regular implementation of air traffic restrictions. Baza reported this on Wednesday, April 15th, citing a regional aeroclub.
The restrictions can be imposed with little to no notice, even when all preparations for a flight are complete. This results in clubs incurring expenses for instructor salaries without being able to provide the service. Consequently, the clubs bear the costs of payroll and maintenance but fail to generate revenue. Despite a consistent demand for skydiving, the ability to perform these jumps has been significantly curtailed.
According to Vadim Niyazov, the head coach of the Russian national skydiving team, approximately 40-50% of flights have been canceled in the region this year. Notably, the Moscow region accounts for up to 70% of all skydiving activities nationwide.
The cost of skydiving is increasing due to substantial expenses related to aircraft maintenance. Niyazov emphasized that a significant number of clubs are operating at a break-even point. If the number of operational days continues to decrease, it will become financially unsustainable for these clubs to maintain their equipment and personnel. This situation poses a risk of a complete halt to the industry’s activities in the future, as reported by a Telegram channel.
