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
top center
