Golden Knight Candidates Sought

Week of July 06, 2009

The U.S. Army Parachute Team known as the Golden Knights is now seeking candidates for its 2009 Assessment and Selection, which will begin Sept. 8, 2009. Soldiers interested in trying out for the elite parachute team are encouraged to submit applications immediately --the deadline for submissions is July 24. To be selected to the team, a Soldier must be on active-duty status, complete 100 free-fall parachute jumps, and have a good military and civilian record. Those requesting a jump waiver should contact the Operations Section. Applications are available on the U.S. Army Parachute Team Golden Knights website.