Skydiving A License – Questions & Verified Answers
Approach fixed-wing aircraft from the rear Correct Ans - Describe
how to avoid the propeller(s) when approaching an aircraft.?
The pilot and each jumper. Correct Ans - Who is responsible for
seat belt use in the aircraft?
During movement on the surface (taxi), takeoff, and landing. Correct
Ans - When must seat belts be fastened?
My instructor. Correct Ans - From whom do you take directions in
the event of an aircraft problem?
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.
Correct Ans - Why is it important to exit on 'Go!' (or 'Arch!')?
Ahead Correct Ans - Where does the wind come from initially upon
exit from the aircraft?
It is the best position for deployment. Correct Ans - Why do
skydivers first learn to fall stable face to earth (think in terms of the
equipment)?
It dives. Correct Ans - What does a canopy do immediately
following a turn?
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.
Correct Ans - What are the landing priorities?
To convert forward speed to lift. Correct Ans - What is the purpose
of the landing flare?
Student should demonstrate: feet and knees together, hands and elbows in,
roll on landing. Correct Ans - Solo students: Describe the procedure
for a hard landing (parachute landing fall or PLF).?
, USPA Instructor rated for my discipline. Correct Ans - Who must
directly supervise your student training jumps?
Altitude awareness to recognize and act at the assigned pull altitude.
Correct Ans - What is your most important task when in freefall?
10 mph for a round reserve canopy; 14 mph for a ram-air reserve,
waiverable by an S&TA. Correct Ans - What are the maximum
winds in which any student may jump?
Change body position to modify the air flow over my back. Correct Ans
- How would you clear a pilot chute hesitation?
2,500 feet Correct Ans - In the event of a canopy problem, students
should decide and act about executing emergency procedures by what
altitude?
Before releasing the brakes, spread risers or twist risers to transfer line
twist to risers, kick in opposite direction, watch altitude to 2,500 feet.
Correct Ans - How would you address the following routine opening
problem: Twisted lines?
Pump rear risers or steering controls at the bottom of the stroke while
watching altitude to 2,500 feet. Correct Ans - How would you
address the following routine opening problem: Slider stops halfway
down?
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 2,500 feet. Correct Ans - How would you address the
following routine opening problem: Closed end cells?
Determine controllability and ability to flare by 2,500 feet. Correct Ans
- How would you address the following routine opening problem:
Broken lines or other damage?
Approach fixed-wing aircraft from the rear Correct Ans - Describe
how to avoid the propeller(s) when approaching an aircraft.?
The pilot and each jumper. Correct Ans - Who is responsible for
seat belt use in the aircraft?
During movement on the surface (taxi), takeoff, and landing. Correct
Ans - When must seat belts be fastened?
My instructor. Correct Ans - From whom do you take directions in
the event of an aircraft problem?
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.
Correct Ans - Why is it important to exit on 'Go!' (or 'Arch!')?
Ahead Correct Ans - Where does the wind come from initially upon
exit from the aircraft?
It is the best position for deployment. Correct Ans - Why do
skydivers first learn to fall stable face to earth (think in terms of the
equipment)?
It dives. Correct Ans - What does a canopy do immediately
following a turn?
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.
Correct Ans - What are the landing priorities?
To convert forward speed to lift. Correct Ans - What is the purpose
of the landing flare?
Student should demonstrate: feet and knees together, hands and elbows in,
roll on landing. Correct Ans - Solo students: Describe the procedure
for a hard landing (parachute landing fall or PLF).?
, USPA Instructor rated for my discipline. Correct Ans - Who must
directly supervise your student training jumps?
Altitude awareness to recognize and act at the assigned pull altitude.
Correct Ans - What is your most important task when in freefall?
10 mph for a round reserve canopy; 14 mph for a ram-air reserve,
waiverable by an S&TA. Correct Ans - What are the maximum
winds in which any student may jump?
Change body position to modify the air flow over my back. Correct Ans
- How would you clear a pilot chute hesitation?
2,500 feet Correct Ans - In the event of a canopy problem, students
should decide and act about executing emergency procedures by what
altitude?
Before releasing the brakes, spread risers or twist risers to transfer line
twist to risers, kick in opposite direction, watch altitude to 2,500 feet.
Correct Ans - How would you address the following routine opening
problem: Twisted lines?
Pump rear risers or steering controls at the bottom of the stroke while
watching altitude to 2,500 feet. Correct Ans - How would you
address the following routine opening problem: Slider stops halfway
down?
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 2,500 feet. Correct Ans - How would you address the
following routine opening problem: Closed end cells?
Determine controllability and ability to flare by 2,500 feet. Correct Ans
- How would you address the following routine opening problem:
Broken lines or other damage?
