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Indoor skydiving facility iFLY closes, again in West El Paso
Summary by The El Paso Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Eliya Alvidrez , as published by KTSM 9 News (NBC)
· August 19, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points Further information about the closure can be found on the facility's Facebook page. The decision to close was announced there.
A skydiving facility has shut down permanently. It had been in operation for seven years, providing a unique experience. The facility featured a vertical wind tunnel that allowed users to feel the sensation of free-fall.
Further information about the closure can be found on the facility's Facebook page. The decision to close was announced there.
Details about the facility, including its equipment and location, are available from the source, which reported the permanent closure of the indoor skydiving business.
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Published: August 19, 2026 ·
Source: KTSM 9 News (NBC) ·
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