USPA C LICENSE EXAM 2023-2024 ACTUAL EXAM 50
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS
(VERIFIED ANSWERS) |AGRADE
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