Category H GRADE A Q&A
Why is it important to look ahead during a swoop toward other jumpers in freefall? -
(correct answer)to see others and avoid collision
What is the fastest way to slow down from a freefall swoop approach? - (correct
answer)slow fall position with arms forward and knees down
What is the danger of a loose or worn main container closing loop? - (correct
answer)premature deployment
Why must three-ring release cables be cleaned periodically? - (correct answer)corrosion
deposits cause them to bind
If you see that yo have begun to turn too low to the ground for a safe landing, what
should be your first response? - (correct answer)neutralize the turn to get the canopy
overhead
What effect does pulling on the front risers have on the canopy? - (correct
answer)dramatic increase in rate of descent
When performing front risers maneuvers, what should you do with the toggles? -
(correct answer)keep them in your hands
Wat are the two biggest dangers of front-riser maneuvers near the ground? - (correct
answer)collisions with other jumpers, collision with the ground
What are some possible results of a turn made too low to the ground? - (correct
answer)serious injury or death
Describe your procedures for landing in water? - (correct answer)inflate flotation device,
disconnect chest strap and RSL, prepare for PLF, face into wind, flare, hold breath, cut
Why is it important to look ahead during a swoop toward other jumpers in freefall? -
(correct answer)to see others and avoid collision
What is the fastest way to slow down from a freefall swoop approach? - (correct
answer)slow fall position with arms forward and knees down
What is the danger of a loose or worn main container closing loop? - (correct
answer)premature deployment
Why must three-ring release cables be cleaned periodically? - (correct answer)corrosion
deposits cause them to bind
If you see that yo have begun to turn too low to the ground for a safe landing, what
should be your first response? - (correct answer)neutralize the turn to get the canopy
overhead
What effect does pulling on the front risers have on the canopy? - (correct
answer)dramatic increase in rate of descent
When performing front risers maneuvers, what should you do with the toggles? -
(correct answer)keep them in your hands
Wat are the two biggest dangers of front-riser maneuvers near the ground? - (correct
answer)collisions with other jumpers, collision with the ground
What are some possible results of a turn made too low to the ground? - (correct
answer)serious injury or death
Describe your procedures for landing in water? - (correct answer)inflate flotation device,
disconnect chest strap and RSL, prepare for PLF, face into wind, flare, hold breath, cut
