USPA A license

In moderately strong winds, how far downwind of an obstacle would you expect to find turbulence

10-20 times the height of the obstacle

what are the maximum winds in which any student may jump

10MPH for round canopy, 14MPH for ram-air reserve waiverable by an S&TA

Above what altitude MSL is the pilot of an unpressurized aircraft required to breathe supplemental oxygen

14,000 feet

For planned deployment initiation at 3,000 feet, approximately how long should an average-sized jumper fall after exiting at 5,000 feet

15 seconds

Above what altitude MSL are all occupants of an unpressurized aircraft required to be provided with supplemental oxygen

15,000 feet

Which canopy size (same model design) will exhibit quicker control response

170 square feet with a 170-pound jumper (geared up)

How far horizontally must jumpers be from any cloud below 10,000 feet MSL

2,000 feet

in the vent of a canopy problem, students should decide and act about executing emergency procedures by what altitude

2500FT

What is the minimum pull altitude allowed for student skydivers and A license holders

3,000 feet

What is the ground speed of a jump aircraft with an airspeed of 90 knots when flying against a 50-knot headwind on jump run

40 knots

In flat and stable freefall at terminal velocity, how long does it take an average jumper to fall 1,000 feet

5.5 seconds

why is it important to exit on Go (or arch)

AFF and tandem students helps student and instructors to leave at the same time. All students to leave at the right place over the ground

where does the wind come from intially upon exit from the aircraft

Ahead

According to the BSRs, what is the latest a student may jump

All student jumps must be completed by sunset

What is the correct procedure for recovering from instability to the belly-to-earth position

Altitude, arch, legs, relax

Why is it undesirable to land off the end of a runway

Approaching and departing aircraft

When does a dynamic stall occur

At the end of a flare when the jumper begins to rock back under the canopy

What is the best way to change the direction of canopy flight while conserving the most altitude

Braked turns

What lines go through the rear slider grommets

C, D, and brakes

What is the 'check of threes'

Check three-ring release system for correct assembly and RSL; three points of harness attachment for snap assembly or correct routing and adjustment; three operation handles-main activation, cutaway, reserve

How can you tell if the RSL is routed correctly

Clear path from snap shackle to guide ring

What must the jumper look for below before exiting the aircraft

Clouds and other aircraft

If part of the deployed parachute is caught on the jumper or the equipment (horseshoe),what is the correct response

Cut away and deploy the reserve

If the pilot chute extracts the deployment bag from the parachute container (backpack) but the deployment bag fails to release the parachute canopy for inflation, what is the correct response

Cut away and deploy the reserve

What is the technique for determining the point straight below the aircraft during jump run

Determine two lines from the horizon, one ahead and one abreast, and find the intersection of those two lines

How is heading corrected during a track

Dip one shoulder slightly in the direction of the turn.

What is the procedure for landing on a building

Disconnect the RSL (if time), contact the building feet first, PLF, cut away after landing on top of a building, wait for competent help

How is wing loading calculated

Divide the exit weight by the square footage

What are the three legs of the canopy landing pattern with relation to the wind direction

Downwind (with the wind), base (across the wind but downwind of the target), and final (into the wind)

If the surface winds are blowing from west to east, which direction will you face to fly the downwind leg of the landing pattern instructor's illustration

East

Who may pack a main parachute

FAA rigger, person jumping the parachute, person under rigger's supervision

Describe the difference between flaring from half brakes and full glide

Flaring from half brakes requires a quicker stroke, the stroke is shorter, and stalls occur sooner

How does the RSL work

Forms a separable link between the main riser and reserve ripcord so that cutting away the main activates the reserve, if the RSL is hooked up

What happens after a dynamic stall if the tail is held lower than the nose

Full stall

How can jumpers assure adequate separation between groups exiting the aircraft

Gauge separation according to position over the ground

How would you steer a parachute that has a broken brake line

If familiar with rear-riser flares on that canopy, release both brakes and use the back risers to steer

If the pilot chute goes over the front of the canopy after it has opened, how can you tell if it's a malfunction

If the canopy flares and turns correctly, it is probably safe to land

What is the appropriate action if below 1,000 feet without a landable parachute

Immediately deploy the reserve parachute, but not below 1,000 feet with an SOS system

How do you know if a reserve parachute has been packed by an FAA rigger within the last 180 days

Information found on the reserve packing data card

What is one way to prevent a dual deployment

Initiate malfunction procedures high enough to cut away safely and avoid AAD activation

What is the best way to prevent risers from breaking

Inspection and maintenance; correct packing, tight line stowage, and stable deployment, all to prevent hard openings

What is the purpose of the parachute landing fall (PLF), and why is it important for skydivers

It protects against hard landings, and all skydivers have hard landings

What happens if a canopy is controlled too deeply in brakes

It stalls

Who is responsible for a jumper observing cloud clearance requirements

Jumper and pilot

What is the best procedure to use when flying your canopy in turbulent conditions

Keep the canopy flying in a straight line at full flight (or as directed by the owner's manual)

Why is it important to protect your parachute system operation handles when in and around the aircraft

Keeps them in place and prevents accidental or premature deployment

What are the three most important aspects of packing the main canopy

Lines straight and in place in the center, slider up, tight line stows

What is the best way to avoid a canopy collision when turning

Look first in the direction of the turn

What is the correct response to an open container in freefall using a hand-deployed system

No more than two tries or two seconds to locate and deploy the main pilot chute; if no success, cut away and deploy the reserve

What must the spotter do to determine what is directly underneath the aircraft while on jump run

Place head completely outside the aircraft and look straight down

What is the best way to determine a canopy's optimum flare speed and depth for landing

Practice different rates of flare entry at different depths of flare

How would you prepare to land a canopy using the rear risers to flare

Practice with rear-riser flares at altitude with that canopy during a routine jump

Which is better, to pull at the planned altitude or to fall lower to get stable before pulling

Pull at the planned altitude, regardless of stability

How does the three-ring main canopy release system disconnect the main parachute from the harness

Pulls the cables to release the cloth loop

How would you address the following routine opening problem: Slider stops halfway down

Pump rear risers or steering controls at the bottom of the stroke while watching altitude to 2,500 feet

How would you address the following routine opening problem: Good canopy that is turning

Pump rear risers or steering controls at the bottom of the stroke while watching altitude to 2,500 feet.

What happens to a visual altimeter when it's in the jumper's burble

Reads unreliably

What is the quickest and safest way to change heading immediately after opening

Rear riser turn with the brakes still set

What is generally the best action to take in the following two-canopy-out scenarios: Downplane

Release the RSL (if time) and cut away

What is generally the best action to take in the following two-canopy-out scenarios: Side by side

Release the brakes on the dominant canopy only and steer that canopy gently; or release the RSL (if time) and cut away; PLF

What is generally the best action to take in the following two-canopy-out scenarios: Biplane

Release the brakes on the front canopy only and steer that canopy gently; PLF

In an aircraft with the exit door near the back, what must jumpers do to maintain the balance during exit procedures

Remain forward until it is time for their group to exit

How do you know the reserve container has not been opened since the FAA rigger last closed it

Rigger's packing seal on the reserve ripcord

What is the best way to avoid a canopy collision

See and remain clear of other jumpers

How do higher wind speeds affect the planned landing pattern as compared to the pattern plan for a calm day

Shortens the final approach, shortens the base leg, lengthens the downwind leg, and places the planned pattern entry point farther upwind

How does the half-braked position affect the canopy's flight

Slows descent, changes glide

What is the best way to recover from a stall to full glide

Smoothly raise the controls.

Describe an aerodynamic stall as it applies to a ram-air canopy

Stable state of decreased glide and increased rate of descent

Describe your procedure for landing in high winds

Stay well downwind of any obstacle, face into the wind early, disconnect the RSL, land with a PLF, pull one toggle down completely, and after landing, cut away if necessary

What part of the landing pattern is most dangerous to skydivers

The intersection of the base and final approach legs

What would happen if the main riser attached to the RSL breaks

The reserve deploys with the main still attached by the other riser

When making tracking jumps from a large plane, why is it important to track perpendicular to the jump run

To avoid other groups ahead and behind

What is the purpose of the automatic activation device

To back up the jumper's emergency procedures

What are two purposes for wearing seat belts in an aircraft

To maintain the correct balance; protection in a crash

What is the purpose of the wave-off before deployment

To signal other jumpers

What is the equipment pre-flight strategy to use before putting on your gear

Top to bottom, back to front.

who must directly supervise your student training jumps

USPA instructor rated for my discipline

When is it OK to attempt a stand-up landing

When the jumper has control of all the variables and has executed a good flare at the appropriate altitude

what is your most important task when in freefall

altitude awareness to recognize and act at the assigned pull altitude

describe how to avoid the propeller(s) when approaching an aircraft

approach fixed-wing aircraft from the rear

how would you address the following routine opening problem: twisted lines

before releasing the brakes, spread risers or twist risers to transfer line twist to risers, kick in opposite direction, watch altitude to 2500FT

how would you clear a pilot chute hesitation

change body position to modify the air flow over my back

how would you address the following routine opening problem: broken lines or other damage

determine controllability and ability to flare by 2500FT

when must deatbelts be fastened

during movement on the surface (taxi), takeoff, and landing

How often do the main and reserve parachute need to be packed

every 180 days

What are the minimum visibility requirements at 10,000 feet MSL and above

five miles

why do skydivers first learn to fall stable face to earth ( think in terms of equipment )

it is the best position for deployment

what does a canaopy do immediately following a turn

it planes out

what are the landing priorities

land with the wing level and flying in a straight line land in a clear and open area avoiding obstacles flare to at least the half-brake position

from who do you take directions in the event of an aircraft problem

my instructor

How far horizontally must jumpers be from any cloud at 10,000 feet MSL and above

one mile

What is the biggest danger to a jumper when flying the canopy pattern

other canopies

how would you address the following routine opening problems: closed end cells

pull toggles to flare position and hold ( or pull down rear risers and hold ) and watch altitude. If stubborn determine controllability with turn and flare by 2500FT

solo students: describe the procedure for a hard landing ( parachute landing fall for PLF)

student should demonstrate: feet and knees together, hands and elbows in, roll and landing

To what part of the canopy do the steering lines (brake lines) connect

tail or trailing edge

How many A-lines does a nine-cell canopy have

ten

who is responsible for seat belt use in the aircraft

the pilot and each jumper

What are the minimum visibility requirements below 10,000 feet MSL

three miles

what is the purpose of landing flare

to convert forward speed to lift

Where does the main pilot chute bridle attach to the canopy

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