The disciplines of Accuracy Landing and Individual Acrobatics (Style) are among the oldest, most traditional, and most respected forms of competitive skydiving. They require absolute body control during freefall and a surgically precise synchronization with the parachute during the landing itself.Accuracy Landing) and Individual Acrobatics – (Style) are among the oldest, most traditional, and most respected forms of competitive skydiving. They require absolute body control during freefall and surgical precision in merging with the parachute during the landing itself.) are among the oldest, most traditional, and most respected forms of competitive skydiving. They require absolute body control during freefall and surgical precision in synchronizing with the parachute during the landing itself.
WSC 2026
Spišská Nová Ves 29. 8. – 4. 9. 2026
From 29. augusta až 4. septembra 2026 Spišská Nová Ves will host 39th FAI World Skydiving Championships.This event represents the absolute pinnacle of sports skydiving – the prestigious equivalent of the Olympic Games for skydivers. For the first time in history, the world's elite will gather in Spiš to compete in disciplines that require technical perfection and millimetre-precise precision.
ABOUT THE EVENT
From 29. augusta až 9. septembra 2026 The airport in Spišská Nová Ves will be transformed into a global center of classical parachuting. Spiš has the honor of hosting for the first time in history 39th FAI World Championships in Precision Landing and Individual Aerobatics.
This championship represents the absolute pinnacle of competitive skydiving. For competitors from dozens of countries around the world, it is the event toward which years of hard training and sacrifice have been directed - it is their own equivalent of the Olympic Games. The world’s skydiving elite will gather in the skies above Spišská Nová Ves to compete for the top medals in the two oldest and most technically demanding disciplines.
DISCIPLINES
01.
Accuracy Landing
(Accuracy Landing)
The world's top skydivers strive to land as close as possible to the center of the landing zone. Millimeters, nerves of steel, and absolute focus make all the difference. The tension builds with every jump—a thrilling spectacle for spectators.
02.
Style
(Style)
Dynamism, elegance, speed, and spins in free fall. Athletes demonstrate a perfect harmony with the laws of physics - or even defy them. This is a discipline that showcases top-notch technique, talent, and years of training.
PROGRAM & ATMOSFÉRA
More than just a sport. It's a festival! 🪂🎉
The WSC 2026 will bring a unique atmosphere to Spiš. The championship won’t just be about strict rules and performances, but also about great fun for the whole family. The adrenaline of the jumps will blend with the relaxed festival atmosphere here.
What's in store for you every day?
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✈️ The world's elite and aerial displays right above your heads.
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🏟️ Comfortable viewing area with the best view of the finish point.
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🎢 Kids' Fun Zone, where they can run around to their heart's content.
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🍔 Extensive food court full of great food and drinks.
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🎶 Music Evenings
Your cheering has tremendous power! Come cheer on the athletes—with your support, we’ll bring out their best, and together we might just break some world records.
HARMONOGRAM PODUJATIA
28.8.2026 Arrival of competitors, registration, training jumps
29.8.2026 Arrival of competitors, registration, opening ceremony
30.8.2026 1st competition day
31.8.2026 2nd competition day
1.9.2026 3rd competition day
2.9.2026 4th competition day
3.9.2026 5th competition day
4.9.2026 6th competition day, end of the competition, evaluation, closing ceremony
5.9.2026 departure day
AIRCRAFT
Antonov AN-2
Capacity: 12 skydivers
Number of aircraft: 2x AN-2 in live operation (+ 2x AN-2 prepared as backup)
Landing speed: 70 knots (kts) ± 5 kts
Door dimensions (left): Height 141 cm × Width 90 cm
PARTNERI & ORGANIZÁTORI
You often ask us
1. EVENT VENUE
Compact Skydive, Letecká 37, 052 01 Spišská Nová Ves, Slovak Republic, is a 50 hectare sports airport. This huge airport is also surrounded by fields and grassy areas, which provide plenty of space in case of any landing. This is perceived as one of the safest airport locations that competitors have ever experienced.
The grass airport is equipped with a drainage system and we can act quickly in the event of heavy rain.
GPS: 48.93932586063238” N, 20.543762739171186” E
The airport is more or less part of the city of Spišská Nová Ves (population 38,000). The city center is approximately 2.00 km away from our airport.
2. HOW CAN YOU REACH US?
The city of Spišská Nová Ves is easily accessible by highway or train. The venue of the Compact Skydive competition is located near the highway
Košice International Airport (KSC) 85 km 1h15 min. by highway
Poprad International Airport (TAT) 30 km 25 min. by highway
Bratislava International Airport (BTS) 344 km 3h 44 min. by highway
Krakow / Poland (KRK) 181 KM 2h 40 min. by first class road
Budapest / Hungary (BUD) 360 km 3h 50 min. by highway
Vienna / Austria (VIE) 430 km 4h 50 min. by motorway
There is a direct train connection to Spišská Nová Ves from Bratislava, Košice and Poprad. From SNV you can take a taxi or rent a car.
3. REGISTRATION PROCEDURE
Important dates
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Provisional Entry: until June 14, 2026
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Final Entry: until July 14, 2026
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Registration fees due: until July 28, 2026
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End of registration period: August 21, 2026
- Bulletin #1
4. TRAINING JUMPS
Information about training and regular jumps
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Deadline: 28. – 29. august 2026 (len pre registrované tímy).
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Conditions: Identical to the main competition.
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Aircraft: Cessna 182 and Antonov AN-2.
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Booking a training session: At the address office@compact.sk.
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Regular jumps: we start from May 1st
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Dates: You can find all planned jump dates on our website. www.compact.skIf these do not suit you, other dates are possible by arrangement.
5. WEATHER
The weather in Spišská Nová Ves at the end of August and the beginning of September is generally pleasant and very suitable for skydiving. It marks the transition from the end of summer to the beginning of autumn.
Average daytime temperatures usually range from 20°C to 25°C, providing comfortable conditions for competitors. However, mornings and evenings can be quite cool, with temperatures occasionally dropping to 10°C to 15°C. We recommend bringing warmer clothing to keep you warm during the morning jumps. Winds are generally light to moderate. Although the weather is mostly stable, there may be occasional late summer showers or brief morning fog, which usually clears up quickly.
Daylight (sunrise and sunset):
Počas súťažných dní je východ slnka približne medzi 5:50 a 6:00 a západ slnka medzi 19:20 a 19:30. To poskytuje dostatok denného svetla na plánovanie a dokončenie súťažných kôl.
6. COMPETITION RULES
Competition Rules – https://www.fai.org/page/competition-rules
Sporting Code Section 5 – https://www.fai.org/page/competition-rules
Doping requirements and control – https://www.fai.org/anti-doping
