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Hall of Fame Members

Inductees

Established in 2010, the International Skydiving Hall of Fame features more than 100 civilian skydivers and military parachutists of all ages, as well posthumous inductees, from 17 countries and counting. These men and women are bold inventors, staunch advocates, decorated competitors, steadfast world record holders, celebrated disruptors, and boundless visionaries. The sport of skydiving would not be what it is today without their courage and conviction, and we are proud to showcase their legendary careers.

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2024

A smiling man wearing a camouflage jumpsuit stands outside, equipped with a parachute harness in bright red and blue. A small ladder and a building are visible in the background.
Lee Guilfoyle
United States
2024
Elderly person smiling, wearing a red jumpsuit and holding a large, complex camera rig with multiple lenses. The background is dark with partial text visible. The person appears content and enthusiastic.
Norman Kent
Mexico
2024
A person in a green flight suit stands beside a sleek, camouflaged military jet on a runway, with the cockpit open. The jet has a distinctive tail emblem and the sky is clear and blue.
Don Kirlin
United States
2024
A person dressed in early 20th-century attire hangs onto a wicker basket of a hot air balloon. They wear a hat and boots, gripping ropes attached to the balloon's fabric, with luggage tied above. The image is in black and white.
Katharina “Käthe” Paulus
Germany
2024
Pilot wearing glasses and an aviation suit with various patches stands holding a military helmet labeled "ARMY." A quote above reads, "May your days be prosperous and your nights golden." A logo is at the bottom. Black and white photo.
Bobby (Spider) Wrenn
United States
2024
Man with white hair and glasses wearing a yellow and white jacket, smiling outdoors.
Olav Zipser
Germany
2024

2023

A person with long hair stands outdoors in a blue skydiving suit. They have a calm expression, and green grass and trees are blurred in the background.
Gustavo Cabana
Argentina
2023
A man with a mustache, wearing a black polo shirt with a logo, stands indoors with a background of a bustling workshop or factory. He gazes directly at the camera, with overhead lights illuminating the scene.
Bill Coe
United States
2023
A person with short brown hair smiles warmly at the camera. They are wearing a gray and white patterned shirt against a blue background.
Jon Devore
United States
2023
Man with short hair, glasses, and light beard, wearing a brown plaid suit jacket, blue shirt, and striped tie, smiling against a dark blue background.
Bill Kitchen
United States
2023
A man with short brown hair smiles at the camera. He is wearing a dark blue shirt and stands against a light blue brick wall.
Shannon Pilcher
United States
2023

2022

Elderly man with white hair and beard smiles warmly, sitting indoors. Books are visible in the background, suggesting a cozy, studious environment. The man is wearing a dark green sweater.
J. Scott Hamilton
United States
2022
A person wearing a skydiving jumpsuit and helmet stands outdoors. The helmet is purple with a clear visor. The jumpsuit is black with various logos. The person is smiling, and the background is grassy with an out-of-focus horizon.
Pete Allum
England
2022
A woman with long blonde hair wears a gray cap backward and a colorful sports jersey. She stands outdoors on a sunny day, smiling confidently. The background features a clear blue sky and grassy fields.
Amy Chmelecki
United States
2022
A person with curly hair stands outdoors at sunset, wearing a white shirt and parachute harness. The sun sets in the background, casting a warm glow.
Deanna Kent
Mexico
2022
A woman with shoulder-length dark hair smiles brightly. She is wearing hoop earrings and a black top, set against a dark background. Her makeup is subtle, highlighting her natural features.
Eliana Rodriguez
United States
2022
A person with short gray hair smiling broadly at the camera. The background is dimly lit with a warm, reddish glow.
Laurie Sams
Australia
2022
A man in military gear holds a camera and a helmet, standing on an airfield. He wears a jumpsuit with straps and buckles, and the background features aircraft. The scene has a vintage, black-and-white appearance.
Dave Waterman
England
2022
A man with short, gray hair is smiling at the camera. He is wearing a blue collared shirt and has a green lanyard around his neck. The background shows a blurred outdoor area with a billboard displaying some text.
Solly Williams
South Africa
2022

2021

A person dressed in a red jacket and furry hat stands against a clear blue sky. The jacket has the text "Skydive Polar" on it. The person looks into the distance, with a calm expression on their face.
Omar Alhegelan
Saudi Arabia
2021
A man with short, light brown hair and a beard is wearing a checkered shirt. He stands against a dark background, looking at the camera with a neutral expression.
Ian Bobo
United States
2021
A smiling person in a parachuting outfit, holding a helmet, stands on a grassy field. They are wearing bright red and black gear, with a parachute visible in the background. Two other people are partially visible beside them.
Lesley Gale
Scotland
2021
A man in a blue hoodie holds a microphone while speaking outdoors. He's standing under a tree, and there is soft sunlight and greenery in the background.
Patrice Girardin
France
2021
Portrait of a middle-aged man with short gray hair, wearing a dark top, smiling at the camera against a light-colored, textured background.
Roger Nelson
United States
2021

2020

A person wearing a headset and flight gear smiles while flying in a red aircraft. The aerial view below shows a densely populated urban area.
Bruno Brokken
Belgium
2020
A woman with curly hair smiles at the camera, wearing a festive headband with red and gold decorations. She is in a room with a wooden cabinet in the background.
Faye Cox
Australia
2020
A person wearing a blue USA Parachute Team jumpsuit with harnesses stands in front of a backdrop featuring white stars on a dark background. The individual is smiling and has short, reddish-brown hair.
Chris J. Gay
United States
2020
A black and white photo of a man in a military flight suit with harnesses, standing in front of an aircraft. He has short hair, and the background shows part of the plane's body with a visible star emblem on his uniform.
Russ Gunby
United States
2020
A person wearing a white and red jumpsuit smiles while carrying a parachute across a grassy field. Trees and a white trailer are visible in the background under clear skies.
Larry Hill
United States
2020
A person smiles while holding a colorful parachute and wearing a helmet and jumpsuit on a sunny day at a skydiving site.
Xiaoli Lai
China
2020
A person in a white jumpsuit and backpack crouches beside a spherical device with dials and gauges. A helmet rests on the ground nearby. A red vehicle is in the background.
Jeanni McCombs
United States
2020
A person with gray hair wearing a helmet creatively rigged with multiple cameras and flashes. They have glasses and are set against a partly cloudy sky.
Mike McGowan
United States
2020
A person in a yellow jumpsuit with patches for the U.S. Army Parachute Team and Golden Knights stands holding a gold helmet labeled "Army." The person is against a backdrop of a clear blue sky with clouds.
Paul Rafferty
United States
2020
A person in skydiving gear smiles while holding a parachute, standing on a grass field. They wear a red helmet, and a plane is visible in the background. The sky is clear and sunny.
Kirk Verner
United States
2020
An older man with short, white hair wearing a black blazer and red polo shirt, smiling at the camera against a gray background.
Bruce Wicks
United States
2020

2019

A smiling person wearing a helmet and parachute gear stands outdoors. They are dressed in a uniform with various patches, including one with a cartoon character and "15 BAYL" written on it. The sky is visible in the background.
Irena Avbelj
Slovenia
2019
A skydiver wearing a jumpsuit and helmet stands on a field, smiling and holding open parachute lines. The background shows a blurred treeline and another person in the distance. The image is in black and white.
Chuck Collingwood
United States
2019
A person with short blond hair and a warm smile stands outdoors. They are wearing a dark, V-neck top with crisscross lacing. The background is a blurred, leafy green.
Kate Cooper-Jensen
United States
2019
A man wearing a headset and a pilot uniform sits in an aircraft cockpit, looking focused. Sunlight streams through the window, illuminating his face and the controls in front of him.
Patrick De Gayardon
France
2019
A man with short hair wearing a gray collared shirt is smiling against a red background.
Alan Eustace
United States
2019
An elderly man with white hair is smiling warmly against a gradient blue background. He is wearing a beige button-up shirt with embroidered text and logos related to skydiving.
John P. Higgins
United States
2019
A person in a jumpsuit and harness holds a helmet and parachute pack, standing outdoors on a grassy field. The smiling person appears ready for a parachute jump, with trees and distant hills in the background.
Andy Keech
Australia
2019
A person in a stadium wears a helmet rigged with multiple cameras on top. The helmet features the Canon logo. The background shows empty stadium seats and an Olympics emblem.
Tom Sanders
United States
2019
An elderly man with white hair smiles and waves while sitting at a table in a dimly lit room. He wears a dark-colored, patterned shirt, and an orange napkin is on the table in front of him.
Deke Sonnichsen
United States
2019
A smiling man in a plaid shirt and tie, wearing a navy blazer with a crest on the pocket, stands in a cozy bar or pub setting. The background shows dim lighting and various bottles.
John (Lofty) Thomas
United Kingdom
2019

2018

A person wearing a white helmet with a large camera mounted on it stands outdoors in front of a small plane, wearing a red jacket and parachute harness. They are looking into the distance under a clear blue sky.
Ray Cottingham
United States
2018
A man in a jumpsuit with a Canadian patch on his shoulder sits outdoors. The image is in black and white, highlighting his focused expression and short, styled hair.
Daryl Henry
Canada
2018
A black and white image of a person smiling, wearing a vest and a medal around their neck. A banner with the text "WORLD..." and "CHAMPIONSHIPS" is partly visible in the background.
Susan Hunter-Joerns
United States
2018
A person wearing vintage aviation gear, including goggles and a leather helmet, stands next to an old biplane. The individual is wearing a leather flight suit and harness, with one hand resting on the aircraft's wing. The image is in black and white.
Leslie Irvin
United States
2018
An elderly man with white hair and a mustache is smiling outdoors. He is wearing a light yellow shirt, and the background shows a glimpse of the ocean and blue sky.
Domina C. Jalbert
Canada
2018
A man wearing a yellow jacket with a patch on the chest holds a helmet labeled "ARMY." He has short hair and a neutral expression, standing against a plain background.
Coy O. McDonald
United States
2018
A smiling man with a mustache holds a framed award, standing in front of a blue United States flag with a military insignia. He wears a white shirt and dark vest.
Roger Ponce de Leon
United States
2018
A person wearing a racing suit with "Jay" embroidered on it stands outdoors against a clear sky. The suit features blue and red accents. The person has short hair and appears to be looking into the camera.
W. L. Jay Stokes
United States
2018
A man wearing a striped shirt and beige pants is sitting on a rocky mountainside. He looks toward the camera with a serene expression. The background features a cloudy sky and distant mountain range.
Tony Uragallo
England
2018
A person with sunglasses is standing outdoors on a grassy field, holding a red object with lenses. They are wearing a white and purple t-shirt with the word "CYPRES" on it.
Henny Wiggers
Netherlands
2018

2017

An elderly man with glasses and a white beard, wearing a gray sweater over a brown turtleneck, smiles at the camera against a plain white background.
Richard “Buzz” Bennett
Canada
2017
A person with short, dark hair and a serious expression looks to the side. The background is blurred.
Roy Johnson
United States
2017
A man in a military uniform with numerous medals and badges poses in front of a U.S. flag. He has short hair and a serious expression.
Major General John Singlaub
United States
2017
A bald man with a white beard wearing a suit and tie. He is smiling slightly, with a brick wall and greenery in the blurred background.
Graeme K. Windsor
Australia
2017
A person wearing a jumpsuit, helmet, and goggles smiles while holding a bright neon parachute. The background features a clear blue sky and desert terrain.
Pat Works
United States
2017

2016

Smiling older man with gray hair and a mustache, wearing a suit and tie, against a brown background.
Larry K. Bagley
United States
2016
A person wearing a colorful jester hat smiles while in a skydiving harness. The background is slightly blurred.
Dave DeWolf
United States
2016
A black and white portrait of a middle-aged person wearing glasses and a checkered shirt, smiling slightly. The background is blurred.
Edward A. Fitch
United States
2016
A man with short gray hair and a mustache is smiling. He is wearing a dark suit, white shirt, and dark tie against a plain light background.
Dick Fortenberry
United States
2016
An elderly man with white hair and a mustache smiles warmly. He's wearing a light-colored jacket and has a parachute harness on his shoulders. The background shows a sunny outdoor setting with cars and shade sails.
Patrick Moorehead
United States
2016
Elderly man with a large mustache wearing a skydiving suit and helmet gives two thumbs up outdoors, with vehicles and greenery in the background.
Bill Morrissey
United States
2016

2015

A person in a green jacket and red gloves wearing a helmet looks into the camera. They are holding parachute lines and pointing forward with a determined expression. The background is a clear blue sky.
Alexander Beloglazov
Russia
2015
A person with short, graying hair is wearing a light blue shirt and a light-colored jacket. They are standing outdoors in front of a building with a tiled roof. The sunlight is illuminating their face.
Helmut Cloth
Germany
2015
A person wearing a red wingsuit takes a selfie with a group of wingsuit flyers on a rocky mountain peak. They have a joyful expression and the background shows a scenic view of mountains and valleys under a clear sky.
Yasuhiro Kubo
Japan
2015
A man smiling while sitting inside a vehicle, appearing to be a cockpit or cabin. He is wearing a light-colored shirt and a watch on his left wrist. The image is black and white.
Nathan Pond
United States
2015
An older man with white hair smiles outdoors in front of an airplane. He wears a dark shirt and carries a jacket over his shoulder. The background includes grassy areas and part of a small aircraft.
Paul Poppenhager
United States
2015
Smiling woman with short, dark hair wearing a white turtleneck sweater against a plain background.
Brenda Reid
South Africa
2015
A bearded man wearing a blue cap smiles warmly while sitting indoors. The background is softly blurred, with hints of outdoor scenery.
Robert Sinclair
United States
2015

2014

A black and white photograph of a smiling man. He is looking slightly off to the side. The focus is on his face, and he is wearing a light-colored collared shirt. The background is plain and dark.
Jerry Bourquin
United States
2014
A person smiling, wearing a black jacket and standing against a blurred background with shades of blue and white. The individual appears to have short, light brown hair.
Dan Brodsky-Chenfeld
United States
2014
An older man with white hair and blue eyes is seated indoors. He is wearing a suit and tie. Chairs can be seen in the background.
Norman Heaton
United States
2014
Elderly man with short gray hair and glasses, wearing a colorful shirt, looking directly into the camera against a plain background.
Chris Needels
United States
2014
A man wearing a black baseball cap and glasses is looking ahead. The background is a light gray, blurred pattern.
Helmut Schlecht
Germany
2014

2013

A black-and-white image of a man with short hair looking to the right. He's wearing a parachute harness over a shirt. The background is blurred, emphasizing his profile and focused expression.
James F. “Curt” Curtis III
United States
2013
A black and white photo of a smiling woman in a spacesuit. She has light hair pulled back and is holding a helmet. The suit features various straps and connectors. The background is plain and dark, highlighting her expression and attire.
Kim Emmons Knor
United States
2013
A man with long hair is smiling, wearing a white shirt with various patches and a black harness. In the background, there are flags and a blurred figure. The setting appears to be outdoors.
Jack Jefferies
United States
2013
A black and white photo of a man in a flight suit standing in front of an aircraft. He has short dark hair and is wearing a parachute harness. The image has a vintage appearance.
Chuck MacCrone
United States
2013
A person wearing a dark sweater and a beret stands outdoors, smiling with their arms behind their back. The background is blurred, showing what appears to be a building.
Jackie Smith
England
2013
A smiling person wearing a parachute harness and jumpsuit stands in front of a plain background. The harness is marked with the word "talon.
Jim Wallace
United States
2013

2012

A person wearing a helmet and gear smiles with raised arms next to a parachute on the ground. They're outdoors on grassy terrain with trees in the background. The image is in black and white.
Carl Boenish
United States
2012
A person wearing a helmet with a large camera mounted on top adjusts their chin strap. They are outdoors, possibly at an airfield, with a vast, open landscape in the background.
Bob Buquor
United States
2012
A person wearing a helmet and glasses, dressed in a green flight suit with parachute gear, stands smiling in front of an aircraft. The numbers "465" are partially visible on the plane behind them.
Claude Gillard
Australia
2012
A person smiling, wearing a black shirt with patches and a black cap. They have a medal with a red, white, and blue ribbon around their neck.
Craig Girard
United States
2012
A person with a beard smiles against a clear blue sky, wearing a colorful jacket. The attire features patches and appears to be related to outdoor or adventure gear, suggesting an adventurous setting.
Dan Poynter
United States
2012
A black and white photo of a smiling couple. The man, in a short-sleeved shirt, leans on a railing with his arm around the woman's shoulders. The woman, wearing a sleeveless polka dot dress, stands beside him. They are outdoors, possibly on a boat.
Hank Simbro
United States
2012
A black and white photo of a smiling couple. The man, in a short-sleeved shirt, leans on a railing with his arm around the woman's shoulders. The woman, wearing a sleeveless polka dot dress, stands beside him. They are outdoors, possibly on a boat.
Muriel Simbro
United States
2012

2011

Black and white photo of a man with short hair, wearing a suit and tie, looking slightly to the side with a serious expression.
Uwe Beckmann
Germany
2011
A bearded man smiling, wearing a skydiving jumpsuit with a parachute pack on his back. He is holding onto the parachute cords. A small airplane is visible in the grassy background.
Bill Booth
United States
2011
A man wearing a flight suit and sunglasses holds a helmet with "ISTEL" written on it. The image is black and white, and he appears to be standing outdoors.
Jacques-André Istel
France
2011
A person wearing a helmet and glasses is harnessed to a hang glider, preparing for flight. The black and white image captures an adventurous moment with focused expression and parachute cables visible.
Lenny Potts
United States
2011
A smiling person in a parachute harness stands in front of a small aircraft. The image is in black and white, suggesting a vintage or historical context. The individual is holding a piece of equipment, possibly related to parachuting.
Steve Snyder
United States
2011
A person wearing a helmet and a racing suit with the name "Taylor" on both the helmet and suit poses confidently with hands on hips. The image is black and white, emphasizing the details of the outfit.
Tee Taylor
United States
2011

2010

A person wearing aviator sunglasses and a woven hat gazes into the distance. The image is in black and white, providing a classic and timeless feel. The background is blurred, focusing attention on the individual's facial expression.
Lowell Bachman
United States
2010
A person wearing a skydiving suit and helmet stands smiling on a grassy field. The suit is white with red accents, and they are wearing sunglasses. In the background, there are trees and a few small buildings.
Jerry Bird
United States
2010
A black and white photo of a person wearing an early 20th-century aviation outfit, including a pilot cap, standing in front of an aircraft while carrying a backpack. The person is smiling and looking towards the camera.
Georgia “Tiny” Broadwick
United States
2010
An older man wearing glasses, a suit, and a tie, smiles while facing the camera. The background is dark, highlighting the man's face and attire.
Joe Crane
United States
2010
A man in a military uniform, featuring U.S. Air Force insignia, poses for a portrait against a plain background. He has short hair and is smiling slightly.
Colonel Joe Kittinger
United States
2010
Black and white photo of a man in a suit and tie, smiling slightly. He has white hair and is standing outdoors against a backdrop of a building and trees.
Eilif Ness
Norway
2010
A person wearing sunglasses and a referee uniform holds a microphone. They are looking to the side with a neutral expression. The badge on their shirt is partially visible. The background includes a building or structure. The image is in black and white.
William “Bill” Ottley
United States
2010
A person wearing a helmet and goggles stands with a parachute strapped to their chest. The black and white image shows them looking towards the camera, wearing a jacket and protective gear against a plain sky background.
Lew Sanborn
United States
2010
A person with short curly hair, sunglasses, and a jumpsuit prepares to skydive, holding a parachute. They appear focused and determined, with a blurred background suggesting movement or a landscape. Black and white image.
Cheryl Stearns
United States
2010
A person wearing a jumpsuit is crouching on the ground outdoors, smiling at the camera. They appear to be preparing or inspecting equipment on a tent or tarp in a grassy area. The image is in black and white.
Ted Strong
United States
2010
A man wearing a U.S. Army Golden Knights parachute team uniform is shown. He has short dark hair and is holding a helmet. The uniform features patches and badges related to parachuting.
Gene Paul Thacker
United States
2010

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