M-7
Flight Crew Instrument; Flight Crew Private
Flight Crew Last 90 Days 10; Flight Crew Total 1100; Flight Crew Type 425
Situational Awareness
Conflict Airborne Conflict
General None Reported / Taken
Airspace Structure; Human Factors
Came in close proximity to skydivers. I was monitoring the Pittsburgh approach frequency; but did not hear any mention of jumpers at the Petersburg Airport prior to the incident; possibly because of conversation with my passenger. I think a mile or two no fly restriction should be placed around all jump zones to prevent what could have been a tragic event.
Maule MX7 pilot reported a 'close proximity' event to skydivers in the vicinity of Petersburg airport.