USPA B LICENSE PRACTICE EXAM 2025 QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS) PLUS
RATIONALES
1. What is the minimum number of jumps required to be eligible for the USPA
B License?
50 jumps
• A B License applicant must have completed a minimum of 50 jumps as part
of the requirements.
2. What is the minimum freefall time required to qualify for a USPA B License?
30 minutes
• USPA mandates at least 30 minutes of accumulated freefall time for B
License eligibility.
3. Which license allows a skydiver to perform night jumps?
B License
• The B License is the first level that permits night jumps, provided the proper
training and equipment are used.
4. To perform a water landing, what must a B License holder complete?
Water training
, • Before attempting a water landing, jumpers must complete water training
as per USPA guidelines.
5. What is the maximum wind speed for a student skydiver?
14 mph
• According to the BSRs (Basic Safety Requirements), students may not jump
in winds exceeding 14 mph.
6. How many accuracy landings must be made to within 33 feet (10 meters)
for the B License?
10
• A B License candidate must land within 33 feet of a target center at least 10
times.
7. What kind of canopy must be used to qualify for B License accuracy
requirements?
Main canopy
• Only main canopy landings are counted for accuracy landings; reserve
landings are not included.
8. What does a USPA B License allow in terms of jumpmastering?
It does not allow jumpmaster duties
• Only USPA C and D licenses can perform jumpmaster responsibilities.
9. What training must be completed before making a night jump?
Ground training specific to night jumps
, • Night jump training includes briefing on lighting, spotting, and emergency
procedures.
10.What additional equipment is required for night jumps?
Strobe and glow stick/visible light
• Federal Aviation Regulations and USPA policy require both a strobe and
visible light for night jumps.
11.Who can sign off the B License proficiency card?
USPA Instructor or S&TA
• The card must be signed by an Instructor or Safety & Training Advisor.
12.What is the minimum number of formation skydives (FS) for B License?
4 FS jumps with at least 3 people
• These dives demonstrate safe group flight and docking skills.
13.What is the maximum AGL (Above Ground Level) altitude at which a B
License holder can deploy their parachute?
No specific limit, as long as within aircraft jump run limits
• The deployment altitude is situational, but 2,500 feet AGL is the minimum
opening altitude.
14.What is the minimum opening altitude for B License holders?
2,500 feet AGL
• USPA recommends this minimum for licensed jumpers for safety margin.
15.What document outlines the requirements for USPA licenses?
CORRECT ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS) PLUS
RATIONALES
1. What is the minimum number of jumps required to be eligible for the USPA
B License?
50 jumps
• A B License applicant must have completed a minimum of 50 jumps as part
of the requirements.
2. What is the minimum freefall time required to qualify for a USPA B License?
30 minutes
• USPA mandates at least 30 minutes of accumulated freefall time for B
License eligibility.
3. Which license allows a skydiver to perform night jumps?
B License
• The B License is the first level that permits night jumps, provided the proper
training and equipment are used.
4. To perform a water landing, what must a B License holder complete?
Water training
, • Before attempting a water landing, jumpers must complete water training
as per USPA guidelines.
5. What is the maximum wind speed for a student skydiver?
14 mph
• According to the BSRs (Basic Safety Requirements), students may not jump
in winds exceeding 14 mph.
6. How many accuracy landings must be made to within 33 feet (10 meters)
for the B License?
10
• A B License candidate must land within 33 feet of a target center at least 10
times.
7. What kind of canopy must be used to qualify for B License accuracy
requirements?
Main canopy
• Only main canopy landings are counted for accuracy landings; reserve
landings are not included.
8. What does a USPA B License allow in terms of jumpmastering?
It does not allow jumpmaster duties
• Only USPA C and D licenses can perform jumpmaster responsibilities.
9. What training must be completed before making a night jump?
Ground training specific to night jumps
, • Night jump training includes briefing on lighting, spotting, and emergency
procedures.
10.What additional equipment is required for night jumps?
Strobe and glow stick/visible light
• Federal Aviation Regulations and USPA policy require both a strobe and
visible light for night jumps.
11.Who can sign off the B License proficiency card?
USPA Instructor or S&TA
• The card must be signed by an Instructor or Safety & Training Advisor.
12.What is the minimum number of formation skydives (FS) for B License?
4 FS jumps with at least 3 people
• These dives demonstrate safe group flight and docking skills.
13.What is the maximum AGL (Above Ground Level) altitude at which a B
License holder can deploy their parachute?
No specific limit, as long as within aircraft jump run limits
• The deployment altitude is situational, but 2,500 feet AGL is the minimum
opening altitude.
14.What is the minimum opening altitude for B License holders?
2,500 feet AGL
• USPA recommends this minimum for licensed jumpers for safety margin.
15.What document outlines the requirements for USPA licenses?
