Vintage 1960 Westways Magazine Skydiving Article Print Ad Jacques Istel For Sale

This original two-page spread from the August 1960 issue of Westways Magazine features a compelling article titled \"They Dive Through the Sky\" by Ethel E. Bangert. The layout showcases high-quality black and white photography capturing the early era of recreational skydiving and parachuting. Notable figures mentioned and pictured include skydiving pioneers Jacques Istel and George Flinn, alongside action shots of jumpers Ed Cook, Don Richards, and Tony Lopez. The article provides a fascinating glimpse into the 1960s sporting culture, detailing the equipment, training, and costs associated with jumping during the mid-century. Printed on standard magazine paper stock, this authentic vintage piece is a perfect collectible for aviation enthusiasts, skydiving historians, or those interested in California lifestyle memorabilia from the 1960s. The spread includes technical details of the era, such as the use of twenty-eight-foot nylon chutes and the burgeoning Parachute Club of America.