3. It is illegal to fly a parachute over New York City

The same New York Times article also notes that parachuting over New York City, ”except in the event of imminent danger or while under official orders of any branch of the military service,” is strictly prohibited.

There’s understandable logic behind this regulation given the sheer amount of urban explorers in the city — many of whom like to scale buildings. (Remember what happened to the base jumper who head dove off the top of 1 World Trade Center?)