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Skydive Downunder team members

Meet the Team

Meet our team of experts

Meet our exceptional team of skydiving enthusiasts. With a collective passion for adventure and a commitment to safety, our diverse crew brings expertise, dedication, and a love for the skies, ensuring every jump is an unforgettable experience.

Comprised of a motley crew of seasoned professionals, each bringing their unique expertise and unwavering commitment to providing you with the safest and most exhilarating skydiving experience.

Vincent Leyman

Brand Ambassador

Vincent is a passionate skydiver with 785 jumps under his belt. His skydiving journey began with a tandem jump in New Zealand during a working holiday in 2012. Eventually becoming a Tandem Instructor, Skydiving Freefly Coach, and Tunnel Instructor in Australia. Vincent’s favorite part of skydiving is the tight-knit community and the thrill of freeflying. His most cherished memory is his 100th jump in California, where he experienced an unforgettable moment with seven people forming a ball of organized chaos around him in the sky. Apparently your 100th jump (your ‘Undy Hundy’) must be done wearing only your underdaks.

  • JUMPS

    785

  • LOCATION

    TORQUAY

Liam Dennis Smith

Brand Ambasador

An avid skydiver with 750 jumps to his credit, Liam, has been passionate about the sport for 6 years. His favorite discipline is freeflying, allowing him to gracefully soar and dance through the skies. However, what truly makes skydiving special for him is the incredible diversity of people he encounters within the skydiving community, and hearing their gnarley stories from all corners of the world. Liam’s skydiving journey began when he and his dad convinced each other to take their AFF courses after experiencing the thrill of tandem jumps together on a holiday.

  • JUMPS

    700

  • LOCATION

    MELBOURNE

Jock

Pilot

Jock started his skydiving career in 1978 under the Air Force association. In his time he has been ranked 17th tandem master and 30th AFF instructor in Australia. He hung up his parachute in 1998 after landing on the shore of Darling Harbour. It wasn’t long before Jock felt the urge to get off the ground again, in 2001 he became a certified pilot and then an aerobatic flying licence. His most memorable skydiving moment was as a member of the Australian 8-way team for the 1989 World Championship, Empuriabrava Spain.

Jock the pilot.

Uncle Don

Senior Pilot

Uncle Don has 3000 hours of flying experience in his arsenal making him a perfect fit for our senior pilot role. Starting off in Victoria and NSW, Don first took off in 1979 and his love of skydiving went two-folds when he married fellow skydiving pilot, Jo. Dons. His most memorable skydiving moment was a family affair, flying the plane with his four children as passengers joined by their mum for a tandem skydive.

Pilot Don giving the thumbs up to the divers who have just exited the plane he is flying.

Vova Atamas

Vova Atamas has an extensive background in the skydiving industry, with experience as a skydiving coach and tandem instructor worldwide. Vova’s passion centers around flag jumps, a thrilling activity where a seasoned skydiver leaps from a plane carrying a large flag that unfurls majestically during descent.

Vova’s love for skydiving ignited during his service in the Belarusian military and has since flourished, driving his dedication to the sport.

  • JUMPS

    15,000 +

  • LOCATION

    MELBOURNE

Vova Atamas with a tandem passenger skydiving in Dubai.

Clayton

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Steve Fitchett

Official Photographer

Steve Fitch is a passionate photographer whose love for capturing moments has been ingrained in him for as long as he can remember. Hailing from the UK, Steve’s journey in photography has taken him on extensive travels throughout the vast landscapes of the Great Australian Outback, shaping much of his experience.

Based primarily in Queensland, Australia, with periodic visits to the UK’s West Country, Steve specialises in skydiving photography. However, his portfolio also extends to commercial photography and shooting with models, embracing the creativity each genre offers.

Steve Fitch doing a precise landing.

Holly Jones

Bookings

Holly — another adrenaline enthusiast — boasts two skydives and has her sights set on completing an AFF course, having already soared over New Zealand and Australia with plans for global dives.

Holly loves the thrill of free fall, and gets a kick out of surprising her loved ones, like her partner and mum, with birthday skydives so they can take in the breathtaking views together.

  • JUMPS

    2

  • LOCATION

    NORTHERN TERRITORY

Holly Jones skydiving in New Zealand.

Sasha

Brand Ambassador

In 2014, Sasha stumbled upon skydiving as a weekend escape from Darwin’s Mitchell Street hustle. Instantly captivated by the thrill, she immersed herself in the sport, accumulating over 850 jumps, securing her AFF Instructor and E License credentials along the way. Today, Sasha plays a pivotal role as a committee member and instructor at Skydive Territory, while proudly representing Skydive Downunder as a brand ambassador.

Among her skydiving pursuits, Sasha finds particular joy in display jumps. One standout memory includes a jump into a local primary school, where she delighted 500 children as a Christmas Elf amidst their festive cheer.

Beyond the adrenaline rush, Sasha treasures the connections she fosters within the vibrant skydiving community.

 

  • JUMPS

    850

  • LOCATION

    NORTHERN TERRITORY

Smiling team member Sasha after a landing in a grassy field.

Maddy Bartlett

 Jump Pilot

A highly experienced pilot, Maddie began flying around 2017. Though her journey into skydive flying initially began as a means to accumulate hours and experience, Maddy quickly fell in love with the tight-knit community and the electrifying atmosphere. Her favorite part being a jump pilot is witnessing the thrill on her customers’ faces as they approach the aircraft door, ready to take the leap. One of Maddy’s most unforgettable moments in her skydiving career was in 2018, dropping Dan Smith, a highly acclaimed display jumper, into Marvel Stadiumwith the AFL ball, igniting the excitement for the season ahead.

For the past 6 years, Maddie has been a Captain at QantasLink, where she’s been flying Dash8 aircraft along the east coast.

 

  • JUMP FLIGHTS

    2000

  • LOCATION

    VICTORIA

Jump Pilot Maddy in the cockpit
Jump Pilot Maddy

Darren Doyle

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Drew Hullin

Founder and Director

Skydiving isn’t merely a hobby for Drew; it’s a lifestyle filled with insane adventures. The desire to share this passion is why he has worked so hard in bringing Skydive Downunder to life.

Since defying his mother’s warning at the age of 18, he has been hooked on the exhilarating rush of freefall, accumulating approximately 600 jumps over the years. What began as an act of rebellion has transformed into a passion that became integral to his life.

Among many jumps, one memory stands out : the day he orchestrated an escapade with 10 of his closest friends, leaping from both a balloon and an Antonov AN2 aircraft in a single day.

If you have your heart set on creating an awe inspiring chapter in your skydiving life, Drew is ready to move mountains to transform dreams into reality.

  • JUMPS

    600

  • LOCATION

    MELBOURNE

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OUR FIVE POINT
SAFETY CHECK

  1. All Instructors Correctly Rated. Tandem Masters and Instructors must demonstrate competence in areas such as equipment operation, safety procedures, emergency protocols, and jump techniques ensuring instructors possess the necessary skills, to effectively guide and instruct participants during jumps.

  2. All Instructors Certified. This ensures that Instructors maintain their proficiency and provide the highest level of instruction, prioritising the safety and well-being of their students.

  3. Pilot Correctly Rated. PProper certification and rating guarantee that pilots are proficient in handling the unique challenges and requirements of flying in conjunction with skydiving activities, prioritising the safety of both the pilot and the skydivers they transport.

  4. Pilot has Current Credentials.  A current license ensures that pilots have met the necessary training requirements, stay updated with regulatory changes, and are competent in safely navigating the unique challenges associated with skydiving flights.

  5. APF Member Organisation. Being a member of the Australian Parachute Federation (APF) ensures compliance with national safety standards and regulations governing the sport. Membership with APF ensures that the school follows industry best practices, undergoes regular safety inspections, and adheres to training guidelines, all of which contribute to maintaining a high level of safety and professionalism within the skydiving community.

GOVERNING BODIES

  • Australian Government Civil Aviation Safety Authority
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