USPA A WRITTEN EXAM LICENSE EXAM 2023-2024
ACTUAL EXAM 100 QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
DETAILED ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS)
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If the pilot chute goes over the front of the canopy after it has opened, how can you tell
if it’s a malfunction? – ….ANSWER…If the canopy flares and turns correctly, it is
probably safe to land.
What is the correct response to an open container in freefall using a hand-deployed
system? – ….ANSWER…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
If part of the deployed parachute is caught on the jumper or the equipment (horseshoe),
what is the correct response? + – ….ANSWER…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? – ….ANSWER…Cut away and deploy the reserve.
Describe the three legs of the canopy landing pattern with relation to the wind direction.
- ….ANSWER…downwind (with the wind), base (across the wind but downwind of the
target), and final (into the wind)
Why is it undesirable to land off the end of a runway? – ….ANSWER…approaching and
departing aircraft
Category C: In flat and stable freefall at terminal velocity, how long does it take an
average jumper to fall 1,000 feet? – ….ANSWER…5.5 seconds
What is the correct procedure for recovering from instability to the belly to earth
position? – ….ANSWER…altitude, arch, legs, relax
Which is better, to pull at the planned altitude or to fall lower to get stable before
pulling? + – ….ANSWER…Pull at the planned altitude, regardless of stability.
What is the purpose of the wave-off before deployment? – ….ANSWER…to signal other
jumpers
What is the purpose of the PLF and why is it important for skydivers? – ….ANSWER…It
protects against hard landings, and all skydivers have hard landings
What part of the landing pattern is most dangerous to skydivers? – ….ANSWER…the
intersection of the base and final approach legs
How do higher wind speeds affect the planned landing pattern as compared to the
pattern plan for a calm day? – ….ANSWER…shortens the final approach, shortens the
base leg, lengthens the downwind leg, and places the planned pattern entry point
farther upwind
In moderately strong winds, how far downwind of an obstacle would you expect to find
turbulence? – ….ANSWER…10-20 times the height of the obstacle
What is the best procedure to use when flying your canopy in turbulent conditions? –
….ANSWER…Keep the canopy flying in a straight line at full flight (or as directed by the
owner’s manual).
What weather conditions and wind direction(s) are most likely to cause turbulence at
your drop zone? – ….ANSWER…according to the local landing area and obstacles
Why is it important to protect your parachute system operation handles when in and
around the aircraft? – ….ANSWER…keeps them in place and prevents accidental or
premature deployment
Describe the equipment pre-flight strategy to use before putting on your gear. –
….ANSWER…top to bottom, back to front
How does the three-ring main canopy release system disconnect the main parachute
from the harness? – ….ANSWER…Pull the cables to release the cloth loop.
How do you know if a reserve parachute has been packed by an FAA rigger within the
last 180 days? – ….ANSWER…information found on the reserve packing data card
How do you know the reserve container has not been opened since the FAA rigger last
closed it? – ….ANSWER…rigger’s packing seal on the reserve ripcord
If the surface winds are blowing from west to east, which direction will you face to fly the
downwind leg of the landing pattern? – ….ANSWER…east
What is the wing loading of the parachute you will use on your next jump? –
….ANSWER…Divide the exit weight by the square footage.
Which canopy size (same model design) will exhibit quicker control response?
a. 210 sq. ft. with a 210 pound jumper
b. 170 sq. ft. with a 170 pound jumper+ – ….ANSWER…B