About

Brandon Johnson, also known as "FlyingJohnson" or Will Smith’s “unofficial stunt double,” is a 35-year-old professional skydiving instructor, aerial cameraman, and load organizer based in Texas. With a decade in the sport and nearly 15,000 jumps, Brandon’s passion for skydiving is undeniable.

His journey into the skies began at a young age, sparked by watching Top Gun, which fueled his dream of flight. Though he hasn’t yet pursued his pilot’s license, Brandon enlisted in the U.S. Air Force, where his love for aerial adventures deepened. It was during a stint in Kuwait that he stumbled upon wingsuit videos on YouTube, igniting a new passion. Shortly thereafter, he found himself in Dubai, completing his AFF, and has been fully immersed in skydiving ever since.

Skydiving as a career wasn’t part of the original plan, but after a series of events leading to a sudden need for a career change, Brandon embraced the sport professionally.

Brandon specializes in dynamic angles, freeflying, wingsuiting, and canopy piloting, always striving to fly smoother and fly faster, aiming for perfection through progression. As one of the few African American skydivers, he is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion within the community, with a goal of inspiring more people of color to take up the sport, both in person and through his social media presence.

Qualifications:

USPA Coach
USPA AFF Instructor
USPA Sigma-rated Tandem Instructor
USPA Pro Rating with High-Performance Endorsement
FAA Senior Parachute Rigger

Competitions & Records:

4th Place – VFS, Wind Games 2020
UAE 34-Way Head Down Record (2021)
Participant in 200-Way Vertical World Record Attempts (2022)
Unofficial World Record – Largest Formation in a Wind Tunnel (All orientations) at Clymb, Abu Dhabi
European 100-Way Head Down Record Attempts (2023)
Organizer of the UAE 46-Way Head Down Record (2024)

Previous Collaborations:

Netflix
Nike
Air Jordan
Virgil Abloh
Champion
Luminox

Services

Looking to sharpen your personal flying abilities with 1-on-1 coaching? Need help organizing a big-way event at your dropzone or a dedicated load organizer for your next skydiving event? Look no further!

Elevate your freefall skills with personalized coaching or group sessions tailored to your needs. Whether you're just getting started with belly flying or pushing the limits with dynamic angle flying and big-way vertical formations, Brandon has you covered.

Available for coaching in these disciplines:

Belly Flying: Perfect your body position and control.
Freefly: Master head-up and head-down flying.
Angle Flying: Learn the art of tracking and angle movement.
Dynamic Movement Jumps: Push your limits with fluid, complex freefall transitions.
Big-Way Vertical Jumps: Get ready for large, coordinated skydives.
Camera Flying: Capture epic footage while flying with precision.

With Brandon, you'll gain the skills to progress confidently, whether it's improving your solo flights or leading a group formation. Let's take your skydiving to the next level!

Sky Coaching

Brandon is one of the leading camera flyers at Skydive Dubai, where he also serves as a coach, training new staff to meet the high standards of camera flying at the facility. With over 9,000 tandem camera jumps under his belt, Brandon brings extensive knowledge and expertise in capturing high-quality outside video footage.

What’s Included:

45-minute video call session

Up to 3 video debriefs and in-depth analysis of your jumps per session

These sessions are suitable for camera flyers at all levels, from beginners to experienced professionals. We can cover a range of topics, including the fundamentals of camera flying, equipment and settings, or refining specific aspects of your jump. If you have any particular areas you'd like to focus on, feel free to note them down and bring them up during the session.

Online Camera Coaching

Photo/Video Services

Priced per project or event

Looking for a videographer or photographer to capture your skydiving event, project, or commercial? Brandon offers expert services to document your aerial adventures with precision and creativity. Whether you need high-resolution stills, dynamic video footage, or a combination of both, Brandon is equipped to meet your needs.

Services Offered:

RW (relative work) jumps
Freefly/movement jumps
Wingsuit jumps
Canopy flocking
Specialty and stunt work

Equipment Capabilities:

Sony A7RV: Capture stunning 61MP photos or high-quality video with 10-bit 4K60 or 8-bit 8K24 resolution.
GoPro 12: Record action-packed scenes in up to 5.3K at 60fps.

Custom Solutions:

Prefer to use your own camera? No problem—Brandon can securely attach it to the helmet for a seamless recording experience.

Brandon's professionalism and state-of-the-art equipment ensure that every moment of your skydiving experience is captured with clarity and artistry. Reach out today to discuss how he can bring your aerial vision to life.