USPA C LICENSE EXAM -

USPA C LICENSE EXAM -

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 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?

• 210-square feet with a 210-pound jumper (geared up)

Approach fixed-wing aircraft from the rear Describe how to avoid the propeller(s) when approaching an aircraft.?

The pilot and each jumper.Who is responsible for seat belt use in the aircraft?

During movement on the surface (taxi), takeoff, and landing.When must seat belts be fastened?

My instructor.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.Why is it important to exit on 'Go!' (or 'Arch!')?

Ahead Where does the wind come from initially upon exit from the aircraft?

It is the best position for deployment.Why do skydivers first learn to fall stable face to earth (think in terms of the equipment)?

It dives.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.What are the landing priorities?

To convert forward speed to lift.What is the purpose of the landing flare?

Student should demonstrate: feet and knees together, hands and

elbows in, roll on landing.

Solo students: Describe the procedure for a hard landing (parachute

landing fall or PLF).?

USPA Instructor rated for my discipline.Who must directly supervise your student training jumps?

Altitude awareness to recognize and act at the assigned pull altitude.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.What are the maximum winds in which any student may jump?

Change body position to modify the air flow over my back.How would you clear a pilot chute hesitation?

2,500 feet 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.

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.

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.