USPA D LICENSE PRACTICE EXAM QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS) PLUS
RATIONALES
. This practice test covers advanced knowledge required for the United States
Parachute Association D License certification, including canopy control,
emergency procedures, group freefall, and safety regulations.
1. What is the minimum number of jumps required to qualify for a USPA D
License?
500
A USPA D License requires a minimum of 500 jumps, reflecting a high level of
experience.
2. What is the minimum freefall time required for the D License?
3 hours
Applicants must accumulate at least 3 hours of freefall time to demonstrate
sufficient experience.
3. To meet the night jump requirement for the D License, how many night jumps
must be completed?
2
Two night jumps with appropriate lighting and supervision are required.
,4. What is the required lighting for night jumps?
A light visible for at least 3 miles
FAA regulations mandate lighting visible from at least 3 statute miles for night
jumps.
5. What must be worn during night jumps for visibility and safety?
Strobe light and chem light
Strobes help others track you, and chem lights are used for redundancy.
6. Which license level allows you to participate in large formation skydives
without supervision?
D
A D License permits jumpers to participate in large formations without direct
supervision.
7. What is the minimum number of formation skydives required for the D
License?
At least 100
Experience in group freefall is essential for the D License; 100 formation skydives
are required.
8. When should you begin your flare when landing in calm winds?
Approximately 10-15 feet above the ground
This height allows for a smooth and controlled flare to reduce forward and
downward speed.
9. What’s the best way to avoid canopy collisions during large group landings?
Follow a consistent landing pattern and observe traffic
Predictable landings and awareness reduce the risk of canopy collisions.
, 10. In the event of a line-over, what is the correct action?
Cut away and deploy reserve
A line-over can cause uncontrollable spinning; immediate reserve deployment is
necessary.
11. What is the recommended break-off altitude for a 16-way formation?
5,500 feet AGL
Larger formations require more time to separate safely before deploying
canopies.
12. What is the primary reason for wearing a helmet on every skydive?
Protection during exit, freefall, and landing
A helmet reduces risk of head injury from contact with aircraft, other jumpers,
or terrain.
13. What is the standard signal for “pull” during freefall?
Repeated tapping on the altimeter or a pull hand motion
This signal alerts another jumper that it’s time to deploy their parachute.
14. When flying your canopy in traffic, what is the most important rule?
See and avoid
Avoiding other canopies is your responsibility; maintain awareness.
15. What is the minimum deployment altitude for a USPA D License holder?
2,500 feet AGL
D License jumpers have more leeway but must never deploy below 2,500 feet
unless in emergencies.
CORRECT ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS) PLUS
RATIONALES
. This practice test covers advanced knowledge required for the United States
Parachute Association D License certification, including canopy control,
emergency procedures, group freefall, and safety regulations.
1. What is the minimum number of jumps required to qualify for a USPA D
License?
500
A USPA D License requires a minimum of 500 jumps, reflecting a high level of
experience.
2. What is the minimum freefall time required for the D License?
3 hours
Applicants must accumulate at least 3 hours of freefall time to demonstrate
sufficient experience.
3. To meet the night jump requirement for the D License, how many night jumps
must be completed?
2
Two night jumps with appropriate lighting and supervision are required.
,4. What is the required lighting for night jumps?
A light visible for at least 3 miles
FAA regulations mandate lighting visible from at least 3 statute miles for night
jumps.
5. What must be worn during night jumps for visibility and safety?
Strobe light and chem light
Strobes help others track you, and chem lights are used for redundancy.
6. Which license level allows you to participate in large formation skydives
without supervision?
D
A D License permits jumpers to participate in large formations without direct
supervision.
7. What is the minimum number of formation skydives required for the D
License?
At least 100
Experience in group freefall is essential for the D License; 100 formation skydives
are required.
8. When should you begin your flare when landing in calm winds?
Approximately 10-15 feet above the ground
This height allows for a smooth and controlled flare to reduce forward and
downward speed.
9. What’s the best way to avoid canopy collisions during large group landings?
Follow a consistent landing pattern and observe traffic
Predictable landings and awareness reduce the risk of canopy collisions.
, 10. In the event of a line-over, what is the correct action?
Cut away and deploy reserve
A line-over can cause uncontrollable spinning; immediate reserve deployment is
necessary.
11. What is the recommended break-off altitude for a 16-way formation?
5,500 feet AGL
Larger formations require more time to separate safely before deploying
canopies.
12. What is the primary reason for wearing a helmet on every skydive?
Protection during exit, freefall, and landing
A helmet reduces risk of head injury from contact with aircraft, other jumpers,
or terrain.
13. What is the standard signal for “pull” during freefall?
Repeated tapping on the altimeter or a pull hand motion
This signal alerts another jumper that it’s time to deploy their parachute.
14. When flying your canopy in traffic, what is the most important rule?
See and avoid
Avoiding other canopies is your responsibility; maintain awareness.
15. What is the minimum deployment altitude for a USPA D License holder?
2,500 feet AGL
D License jumpers have more leeway but must never deploy below 2,500 feet
unless in emergencies.
