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Hall of Fame & Awards

Honoring Skydiving’s Greats

The International Skydiving Museum & Hall of Fame annually recognizes the many extraordinary and diverse contributions that have been made to the sport of skydiving. To be eligible for the HoF a nominee must be recognized in at least three of eight categories.

Inductees to the International Skydiving Hall of Fame and those recognized in other award categories are honored during the Hall of Fame Celebration Event held each fall at a different drop zone. Join us!

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Hall of Fame

Honors those who have played a pivotal role in the advancement of the sport.

Skydivers in colored suits form Olympic rings in the sky over a cityscape with a stadium and water below. The performers are arranged in blue, black, red, yellow, and green, mimicking the iconic symbol.

Path of Excellence

Recognizes significant contributions to the world of skydiving from the 1980s on

A group of people, including four wearing matching black and gray uniforms, pose in front of a vintage aircraft. One person holds a certificate of excellence. The sky is clear and blue.

Pioneers of Excellence

Awarded for noteworthy influence on the sport made in and before the 1970s

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Trustees Award

In gratitude to friends of the Museum who further its principles and objectives.

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Honoree Award

Recognized outstanding individuals and groups (award category retired 2017).

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