I am a skydiver. I went through AFF and got my A-License and B-License at Skydive New England in Lebanon, Maine.
A couple points after reading through the thread:
1) Skydivers are generally fairly laid back people and they would bring good attitudes and revenue to the area.
2) I have jumped at a few different locations. Skydive Deland is at a small airport down in Florida. They have been operating for many years. There weren't any issues in regards to air traffic or incidents when I was there.
3) I think Laconia would be a cool place to have a dropzone. Seeing the lake when you are up in the air would be awesome. You would get some great views of the White Mts. too.
4) Skydivers are very aware of air traffic. No one wants to have a skydiver/plane encounter. That's not good for either party.
That's about all I have to say. Just wanted to put my 2 cents in.
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