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About PIA

Our History

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History Of PIA

1977

Skydiver nearing his landing with green canopy.

PIA Formed

1981

Man at PIA Symposium event demonstrating skydiving gear

First Rigger’s Convention

PEIA Incorporated

1985

Experienced skydivers in background with PIA Logo in white.

Name Changed to PIA

1991

People celebrating at the 1991 PIA Symposium Banquet.

First PIA Symposium

1995

PIA Converts MIL-Specs to PIA-Specs

1999

International Skydiving Museum and Hall of Fame logo.

First Pledge Towards The International Skydiving Museum & Hall of Fame

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