2008 Skydiver's Information Manual
A United States Parachute Association Publication

Administered prior to conducting jumps in the next category.

1. Describe how to avoid the propeller(s) when approaching an aircraft.

Approach fixed-wing aircraft from the rear.
(first-jump course outline)

2. Who is responsible for seat belt use in the aircraft?

pilot and jumper
(FAR 91.107.A.1 through .3)

3. When must seat belts be fastened?

movement on the surface (taxi), takeoff, and landing
(FAR 91.107.A.2)

4. From whom do you take directions in the event of an aircraft problem?

my instructor
(first-jump course outline)]

5. Why is it important to exit on "Go!" (or "Arch!")?

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
(first-jump course outline)

6. Where does the wind come from initially upon exit from the aircraft?

ahead
(first-jump course outline)

7. Why do skydivers first learn to fall stable face to earth (think in terms of the equipment)?

best position for deployment
(first-jump course outline)

8. What does a canopy do immediately following a turn?

dives
(first-jump course outline)

9. What are the landing priorities?

a. Land with the wing level and flying in a straight line.
b. Land in a clear and open area, avoiding obstacles.
c. Flare to at least the half-brake position.
(first-jump course outline)]

10. What is the purpose of the landing flare?

convert forward speed to lift
(first-jump course outline)

11. Solo students: Describe the procedure for a hard landing (parachute landing fall or PLF).

Student should demonstrate: feet and knees together, hands and elbows in, roll on landing.
(first-jump course outline)

Note to tandem students: The PLF is the correct landing procedure for solo jumps.