USPA Cat D

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

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

2,000 feet

According to BSRs what is the latest students may jump?

All student jumps must be completed by sunset.

What is the most appropriate response to loss of heading control in freefall?

Altitude arch legs relax

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.

What must the jumper look for below before exiting the aircraft?

Clouds and other aircraft

What's 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.

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.

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

Five miles

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.

Who is responsible for a jumper observing cloud clearance requirements?

Jumper and pilot

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

Look first in the direction of the turn

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

One mile

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

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.

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

Rear riser turn with the brakes still set

What are the minimum visibility requirements below 10,000 ft MSL?

Three miles

What is the purpose of the automatic activation device?

To back up the jumpers emergency procedures