Attachment_2_-_NPC_MFF_TRAINEE_GUIDE_(JUN15_Rev).pdf

TRAINEE GUIDE A-431-0136B

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TRAINEE GUIDE

FOR

NAVY PARACHUTE FREE FALL COURSE

A-431-0136B

PREPARED BY

NAVAL SPECIAL WARFARE CENTER (NSWCEN)

2446 TRIDENT WAY

SAN DIEGO, CA 92155-5494

PREPARED FOR

COMMANDER, NAVAL SPECIAL WARFARE COMMAND (NSWC)

2000 TRIDENT WAY

SAN DIEGO, CA 92155-5599

JUNE 2009

(JUNE 2914)

LIST OF EFFECTIVE ELEMENTS

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Element No. Change In Effect Element No. Change In Effect

Title Page Original Outline Sheet 1-11-1 Original

List of Effective Original Outline Sheet 1-12-1 Original Elements Outline Sheet 1-13-1 Original Change Record Original Outline Sheet 1-14-1 Original Table of Contents Original

Security Awareness Original Notice

Safety/Hazard Original Awareness Notice

Terminal Objectives Original

Outline Sheet 1-1-1 Original

Information Sheet 1-1-2 Original

Information Sheet 1-1-3 Original

Outline Sheet 1-2-1 Original

Outline Sheet 1-3-1 Original

Outline Sheet 1-4-1 Original

Job Sheet 1-5-1 Original

Outline Sheet 1-6-1 Original

Outline Sheet 1-7-1 Original

Outline Sheet 1-8-1 Original

CHANGE RECORD

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Number and Description of Change Entered By Date

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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Contents Page

Title Page ................................................................................................................................................. i List of Effective Elements ...................................................................................................................... ii Change Record ...................................................................................................................................... iii Security Awareness Notice .................................................................................................................... vi Safety/Hazard Awareness Notice ......................................................................................................... vii Terminal Objectives .............................................................................................................................. ix

Unit 1 - FREE FALL AIR OPERATIONS

Lesson Topic 1.1 - Introduction to Navy Parachute Free Fall and Equipment Issue

OUTLINE SHEET 1-1-1 Introduction to NPC Free Fall & Equipment Issue INFORMATION SHEET 1-1-2 Military Freefall Class Schedule INFORMATION SHEET 1-1-3 Student Jump Progression

Lesson Topic 1.2 - Free Fall Equipment and Donning

OUTLINE SHEET 1-2-1 Free-Fall Equipment & Donning

Lesson Topic 1.3 - Aircraft Procedures

OUTLINE SHEET 1-3-1 Aircraft Procedures

Lesson Topic 1.4 - Body Stabilization

OUTLINE SHEET 1-4-1 Body Stabilization

Lesson Topic 1.5 - Packing the MT2-XX Ram-Air Parachute System

JOB SHEET 1-5-1 MT2-XX Ram-Air Packing Procedures

Lesson Topic 1.6 - Vertical Wind Tunnel Body Stabilization

OUTLINE SHEET 1-6-1 Vertical Wind Tunnel Body Stabilization

Lesson Topic 1.7 - Ram-Air Canopy Control and Landing Procedures

OUTLINE SHEET 1-7-1 Ram-Air Canopy Control and Landing Procedures

Lesson Topic 1.8 - Emergency Procedures

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OUTLINE SHEET 1-8-1 Emergency Procedures

Lesson Topic 1.11 - High-Altitude, Low-Opening (HALO) and High-Altitude, High-Opening (HAHO) Techniques

OUTLINE SHEET 1-11-1 High-Altitude, Low-Opening (HALO) and High-Altitude, High- Opening (HAHO) Techniques

Lesson Topic 1.12 - Combat Equipment

OUTLINE SHEET 1-12-1 Rigging Combat Equipment

Lesson Topic 1.13 - Oxygen Procedures and Equipment

OUTLINE SHEET 1-13-1 Oxygen Systems and Procedures

Lesson Topic 1.14 - Night Free Fall Airborne Operations

OUTLINE SHEET 1-14-1 Night Free-Fall Airborne Operations Equipment Preparation

SECURITY AWARENESS NOTICE

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This course does not contain any classified material.

SAFETY/HAZARD AWARENESS NOTICE

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Attention is directed to the Safety Policy and Procedures for conducting Training contained in NAVSPECWARCENINST 1500.3 (series) and Operational Risk Management (ORM) NAVSPECWARADVTRACOM Instruction 3500.1.

Parachuting is one of the most high-risk evolutions. Considerable emphasis will be placed on safety procedures and attention to detail. Every reasonable control measure is implemented in this course to significantly reduce risk including properly trained instructor staff, properly maintained equipment, and current, thorough and proven course lessons, training methodology, rules, policies and briefs (all derived from applicable and approved military references).

The parachute is a lifesaving device designed for executing a safe descent from an aircraft in flight.

Proper handling of this life-support device requires skilled care. Do not sit on a parachute. Do not smoke in close proximity of one. Do not throw the kit bag with the parachute enclosed. Do not drag the chute on the ground. Negligent acts or carelessness in the handling of parachutes will not be tolerated.

Should any participant (trainee or staff) experience an injury or an illness, it is to be immediately reported to the designated free fall instructor. An instructor or the medic will assess the medical situation and may refer the person to the LNO. Until a trainee is declared medically qualified for training, he will be restricted from participating in airborne operations.

No injury should ever be concealed, even if it seems minor. Concealing an injury could result in further damage to the affected area. Pressure at altitude can rupture an inner ear or eardrum.

Participating in an airborne operation is not worth the risk of a permanent medical disability. Even though an injury may not be considered to be serious, have it assessed by medical personnel.

All participants must continually hydrate with fluids, regardless of the weather conditions or the time of year. Participants should drink plentiful amounts of water prior to training activities, and between airborne operations. After the duty day, drink non-alcoholic beverages to help restore the fluid lost during training.

Training Time Out

A Training Time Out (TTO) may be called by any student or instructor in any training situation where they are concerned for their own or another's safety, or to request clarification of procedures or requirements. TTO is also an appropriate means for a student to obtain relief if he or she is experiencing pain, heat stress, or other serious physical discomfort. The purpose of the TTO is to correct the situation of concern, provide clarifying information, or remove the student or instructor from the possible hazardous environment. A TTO may be signaled by making a “T” with two hands and/or by shouting "Training Time Out". The instructor shall attempt to relieve and remove the student from the possible hazardous environment. If an adequate number of instructors are available to

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Drop-on-Request

1. Policy. In all cases where a student states a desire to DOR from voluntary training whether based on concern for personal well-being or personal hardship appropriate action shall be initiated, including removal from training, referral of the student for medical, counseling, or remedial action as appropriate. A review of the training environment, including training techniques shall be conducted if warranted. The scope and depth of these actions shall be determined by the nature of the complaint and the risk incurred in the training. A written summary of actions taken shall be made a permanent entry to the student's service record. In no case shall a student be coerced or threatened to induce him or her to return to training following a DOR.

2. Procedures. After removal from voluntary training, the student shall submit a written request detailing the reasons for DOR. The request should clearly indicate that the student wants to DOR (e.g., I, (name), desire to be removed from training in XYZ course for the following reason(s):...). A standard Special Request/Authorization Form (NAVPERS 1336/3 (Rev. 5-96) may be used. The request shall be submitted directly to the training or division officer and shall become a part of the student's record of training.

PRE-MISHAP PLAN

The Pre-Mishap plan explains the procedures to follow and essential telephone numbers to call in case of an accident or emergency. It is located by the emergency exit in the laboratory.

TERMINAL OBJECTIVES

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1.0 PERFORM Free Fall parachute preparation and jump procedures, with and without oxygen system, and with and without combat equipment, while adhering to all safety precautions and considerations in accordance with Military Free Fall Parachuting Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures, ATTP 3-18.11; and Naval Special Warfare Air Operations, COMNAVSPECWARCOM INSTRUCTION 3000.3 (Series)

2.0 PERFORM Free Fall night parachute preparation and jump procedures, with and without oxygen system, and with and without combat equipment, while adhering to all safety precautions and considerations in accordance with Military Free Fall Parachuting Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures, ATTP 3-18.11; and Naval Special Warfare Air Operations, COMNAVSPECWARCOM INSTRUCTION 3000.3 (Series)

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OUTLINE SHEET 1-1-1

INTRODUCTION TO NPC FREE FALL & EQUIPMENT ISSUE

A. INTRODUCTION

This outline sheet will provide information on free fall course requirements.

B. ENABLING OBJECTIVES

1.1 DESCRIBE Free Fall operations purpose, policies, procedures in accordance with Military Free Fall Parachuting Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures, ATTP 3-18.11; and Naval Special Warfare Air Operations manual, COMNAVSPECWARCOMINST 3000.3 (Series)

C. TOPIC OUTLINE

Welcome aboard

Purpose :

To provide you with the required information, training and practical skills to safely conduct military freefall parachuting with combat equipment, weapon and oxygen (day or night).

Course Description 20 Training Days (3.5 weeks) of instruction Course schedule will be posted (flexible) Do not plan any weekend trips No recreational jumping during this MFF Course Wind Tunnel (do not take TAC Air issued gear or equipment from area) Every day is critical Jump Progression (next to the coffee mess) No written tests - all Practical tests (air skills) No tactical application

Students must complete and pass to standards, the required jumps in the phase sequence listed below.

Phase 1 – Accelerated Freefall Phase Pass graded test # 1

Phase 2 – Combat Equipment Pass graded test # 2

Phase 3 – Night Descents

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Course Dis-enrollment Zero tolerance for any arrests or D.U.I’s while attending the NP FF course Disenrollment will be determined by the MLO and your current command A Safety Violation memorandum is posted in the back of the classroom. If you receive 3 safety violations or 1 major violation you will be dis-enrolled from the course. Read the memo prior to your first jump and fully understand it.

You will be grounded pending relief from the course for committing a violation of any of the following:

Displaying a bad attitude Receiving multiple safety violations 1st incident = Verbal 2nd incident = Written 3rd incident = Dis-Enrollment

Performance Failure to pass a jump after 3 attempts Falling severely behind the course

Training Time Out (TTO) You may call a TTO at any time. A TTO will never be denied If you don’t fully understand how an evolution is performed, need time to think through a problem or are momentarily apprehensive about the evolution, you may request a TTO and training will cease until the issue is resolved

Drop On Request (DOR) If you don’t wish to participate in an evolution, or want to quit, you will request to Drop On

Request (or DOR). Once granted, it cannot be reversed. Be sure and don’t joke about it

Safety Parachuting is an inherently High-Risk evolution Considerable emphasis will be placed on safety procedures and attention to detail Every reasonable control measure is implemented to significantly reduce risk

Properly trained instructor staff Properly maintained equipment Current, thorough and proven course lessons, training methodology, rules, policies and briefs

– Derived from military references - ATTP 3-18.11 & NSW 3000.3 (Series)

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Accident or Mishap In case of an accident or mishap do not contact anyone on your cell phone. (no outbound calls or texts).

Student Critique Program

Provides staff valuable feed back on curriculum, instructional performance and quality of life issues

Class critiques

Student jump critiques are located in the student folder. Must be filled out prior to graduation.

Dress Code

Only PT or military issue clothing will be worn.

Only authorized military boots for jumping. No hiking boots or foot wear with speed hooks.

Military boots or running shoes to be worn when on the ground (no flip flops).

Only approved issued gloves will be worn

Injuries/Illness

Report immediately to the EMT Never conceal or mask injuries!

Grounded until declared medically fit Not worth permanent damage or death!

Continually hydrate throughout the day

Admin Notes

Classroom Computers (do not touch) Video Cameras / Docking Stations (do not touch) Restrooms / Phones / Faxes Stay in the area (covered packing/classroom) Coffee Mess No Food, Drink or spit cups in classroom Flags up daily and clean-up duties Guests Student parking and instructor lounge Class leader keep roster of class for recall Student lockers for personal daypacks Class Leader duties (assign personnel) Uniforms Phase 1, Issued Jumpsuits Phase 2 & 3, Cammies or flight suits

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Jump Logs (mandatory) Student Guides (not to leave the schoolhouse) Bring food or purchase on site No Diving while enrolled in NP FF

Summary Study your student guide!

Be thoroughly familiar with the material and the objectives of each jump you perform Get plenty of rest at night Come to work focused, motivated and with a positive attitude Do not leave a class or brief without thoroughly understanding everything that was put out

WHEN IN DOUBT, ASK QUESTIONS!

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INFORMATION SHEET 1-1-2

MILITARY FREEFALL CLASS SCHEDULE

Class Schedule predicated on 70 students and no delays due to weather.

B. REFERENCES

1. Military Free Fall Parachuting Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures, ATTP 3-18.11

C. INFORMATION

Day 1 AM NP FF course intro and indoc Classes: MFF equipment, Aircraft Procedures & Body Stabilization PM Packing lesson 4hrs *(1:5) *Instructor to Student Ratio

Day 2 AM Vertical Wind Tunnel (A Group) MFF FJC (2 x lessons) (B Group) Classes: Canopy Control /Emergency procedures PM Packing lesson 4hrs (1:5) (B Group)

Day 3 AM Vertical Wind Tunnel (B Group) MFF FJC (2 x lessons) (A Group) Classes: Canopy Control /Emergency procedures PM Packing lesson 4hrs (1:5) (A Group)

Day 4 AM MFF Round Robin 4 hrs

a. Body Stabilization 40 min

b. Emergency Procedures 40 min

c. Canopy Control 40 min

d. Equipment Issue 40 min

e. Aircraft Exits 40 min

PM Packing lesson 4hrs and test (1:5)

Day 5 AM AFF L-1 (2:1)

PM AFF L-2 (2:1)

Day 6 AM AFF L-3 (1:1)

PM AFF L-4 (1:1)

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Day 7 AM AFF L-5 (1:1)

PM AFF L-6 (1:1)

Wind Tunnel Remediation (as needed)

Day 8 AM AFF L-7 (1:1) (pretest) PM Graded Test #1 (1:1)

Day 9 All Day Grouping Class 2 hrs.

HALO Grouping Jumps (10,000 ft. AGL) x 2 (1:5)

HAHO Grouping Jumps (8,000 ft. AGL) x 2 (1:5)

Day 10 AM Combat Equipment Solo x 1 (1:1) PM Assisted Combat Equipment Jump x 1 (1:1)

Combat Equipment Solo x 1 (1:1) Wind Tunnel Remediation (as needed)

Day 11 AM Combat Equipment & Wpn x 1 (1:1) (Pretest) PM Graded Test #2 (1:1)

Day 12 AM O2 Procedures Class & Round Robin PM O2 Familiarization Jump (1:5) 10,000 ft PM Night Procedures Class and Night Slick HALO (1:5) 10,000 ft.

Day 13 PM Combat Equipment/Wpn/O2 HALO (1:5) 10,000 ft.

Night Night Combat Equipment & Wpn (1:5) 10,000 ft.

Day 14 Day Clear & Pull w/4 Sec Delay Grouping Jump Night Night Slick O2 (1:5) 10,000 ft.

Day 15 Day Clear & Pull w/4 Sec Delay Grouping Jump Night Night Combat Equipment/Wpn/O2 (1:5) 10,000 ft

Day 16 Night Combat Equipment/Wpn/O2 (1:5) 10,000 ft.

Gear Turn In / Course Critiques

Graduation

Day 17 Weather Day

Day 18 Weather Day

Day 19 Weather Day

Day 20 Weather Day

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Type of Jump Min. # of Jumps Day AFF 7 Test #1 *1 Day HALO Grouping 2 Day HAHO Grouping 2 Day Clear & Pull 2 Day Combat Equipment 3 Day Oxygen Familiarization 1 Day Combat Equipment & O2 1 Test #2 *1 Night Jumps 5 Min. Jump # at Graduation 23 (*25 if student does not pass Pre-Tests)

The student will be given 3 chances to pass each AFF level or graded exercise. Student has opportunity to pass on each Pretest.

(Not to exceed 4 jumps or 8 hrs of jump evolutions per day))

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INFORMATION SHEET 1-1-3

STUDENT JUMP PROGRESSION

Description of all Jumps and standards

B. REFERENCES

1. United States Parachute Association (USPA) Skydivers Information Manual (SIM), **Most Current Revision

C. INFORMATION

The United States Parachute Association (USPA) Accelerated Freefall (AFF) program is the safest most effective means of teaching a student military freefall. Students in this course must successfully complete the first six USPA AFF levels prior to taking practical test #1. The AFF levels and remaining jumps throughout this course represent a logical and safe jump program.

As the student successfully passes each jump, he moves on to the next, which challenges him with new learning objectives. This progression prepares the student for the final jumps required to pass the course, which are two night rucksack/weapon/O2 freefall jumps from a minimum altitude of 8,000’ above ground level (AGL).

Prior to advancing to the next jump, the student must receive a GO on each of the listed jumps from the evaluating instructor. Students who receive a NO-GO on any jump will receive corrective training and then will be re-tested. The instructor staff will work hard to ensure all students pass the course.

However, if it’s deemed a student is falling too far behind (3 attempts at any given jump) the student will be recommended for removal from the course.

The graded practical tests are Test #1, Test #2 and Test #3. The passing standards for Test #1, #2 and Test #3 are outlined in this handout. The standards for grouping are, out of all jumps designated “grouping” (13 are scheduled), land within 300 feet of the designated stick leader in 50% of these jumps.

A daily jumpmaster brief (per CNSWCINST 3000.3(Series), Naval Special Warfare Air Operations Manual) will cover every aspect of the days jump operations. Each pair of instructors (or individual instructor) will brief then dirt dive (rehearse) the student on the particular level he is doing.

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Students must complete and pass to standards, the following jumps in the phase sequence listed:

Basic – Graduate from static line training

AFF Phase – Accelerated Freefall: Pass graded test # 1

Military Phase – Combat Equipment: Pass graded test #2 and #3 Night Descents: Complete all night descents safely

Basic Airborne : Static Line Jumps;

Static Line Slick Static Line Slick Static Line Combat Equipment Static Line Combat Equipment Static Line Slick

AFF Phase : Accelerated Freefall;

NOTE: All AFF Phase Jumps will be either door or ramp exits.

1. AFF Level 1 (2:1)

2. AFF Level 2 (2:1)

3. AFF Level 3 (1:1)

4. AFF Level 4 (1:1)

5. AFF Level 5 (1:1)

6. AFF Level 6 (1:1)

7. AFF Level 7 (1:1) pretest

8. Test # 1 (1:1)

Military Phase: Military Freefall; Otay DZ/Trident DZ NOTE: All Military Phase Jumps will be ramp exits.

9. Day Grouping (10k HALO) (1:5)

10. Day Grouping (10k HALO) (1:5)

11. Day Grouping (8k HAHO) (1:5)

12. Day Grouping (8k HAHO) (1:5)

13. Day Intro Ruck (1:1)

14. Day Solo Ruck (1:1)

15. Day Ruck/Wpn (1:1) pretest

16. Test # 2 (1:1)

17. Day O2 (10k HALO) (1:1)

18. Night Grouping Slick (10k HALO) (1:5)

19. Day Ruck/Wpn/O2 Grouping (10k HALO) (1:5)

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20. Night Ruck/Wpn (10k HALO) (1:5)

21. Day Clear/Pull Slick (10k HAHO) (1:5)

22. Night O2 (10k HALO) (1:5)

23. Day Clear/Pull Slick (10k HAHO) (1:5)

24. Night Ruck/Wpn/O2 Grouping (10k HALO) (1:5) pretest

25. Night Ruck/Wpn O2 Grouping (10k HALO) (1:5) grad jump

Jump # 1 AFF Level One (Free arm & awareness) (Ref. USPA Skydivers Information Manual)

- Properly don the parachute system and associated equip

- Hotel check

- Ready-Set-Go

- Stable dive out with 2 AFF instructors (from min. of 9,500’)

- Circle of awareness

- 3 correct practice ripcord pulls

- Circle of awareness

- Free time incorporating altimeter checks

- Lock on altimeter - 6,000’ AGL

- Proper wave off - 5,000’ AGL

- Stable pull by 4,000’ AGL

- Perform correct post opening procedures

- Altitude awareness throughout jump

- Good stable body position throughout jump

- Perform correct and safe canopy control

- Land safely on DZ

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Jump # 2 AFF Level Two (Team turns & forward movement)

- Properly don the parachute system and associated equip

- Hotel check

- Ready-Set-Go

- Stable dive out with two 2 instructors (from min. of 9,500’)

- Circle of awareness

- 2 correct practice ripcord pulls

- Short Circle of awareness

- Team turns 90 degrees left/right

- Check altimeter

- Extend legs for 5 seconds to accomplish forward movement on heading (repeat if needed)

- Lock on altimeter - 6,000’ AGL

- Proper wave off - 5,000’ AGL

- Stable pull by 4,000’ AGL

- Perform correct post opening procedures

- Altitude awareness throughout jump

- Good stable body position throughout jump

- Perform correct and safe canopy control

- Land safely on DZ

Jump # 3 AFF Level Three (Solo release) (Ref. USPA Skydivers Information Manual)

- Properly don the parachute system and associated equip

- Hotel check

- Ready-Set-Go

- Stable dive out exit with 1 instructor (from min. of 9,500’)

- Circle of awareness

- 1 correct practice ripcord pull

- Circle of awareness

- Instructor release grips as situation allows (if student is stable and on heading) and move in front of student

- Maintain good heading control

- Check altimeter every 5 seconds

- Lock on altimeter - 6,000’ AGL

- Proper wave off - 5,000’ AGL

- Stable pull by 4,000’ AGL

- Perform correct post opening procedures

- Altitude awareness throughout jump

- Good stable body position/heading control throughout jump

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Jump # 4 AFF Level Four (Start & stop turns)

- Properly don the parachute system and associated equip

- Hotel check

- Ready-Set-Go

- Assisted dive out exit with 1 instructor (from min. of 9,500’)

- Circle of awareness

- Find a reference point on horizon (your heading)

- Conduct a controlled right 90 degree turn to face JM

- Check altimeter

- Conduct a controlled left 360 degree turn

- Check altimeter

- Conduct a controlled right 360 degree turn (time permitting)

- Conduct forward movement (time permitting)

- Check altimeter

- Lock on altimeter - 6,000’ AGL

- Proper wave off - 5,000’ AGL

- Stable pull by 4,000’ AGL

- Perform correct post opening procedures

- Altitude awareness throughout jump

- Good stable body position and heading control throughout jump

- Perform correct and safe canopy control

- Land safely on DZ

Jump # 5 AFF Level Five (Solo exit & stability recovery) (Ref. USPA Skydivers Information Manual)

- Properly don the parachute system and associated equip

- Hotel check

- Ready-Set-Go

- Stable solo diving exit with 1 AFF instructor (from min. of 9,500’)

- Circle of awareness

- Perform back loop and regain stability using stability recovery maneuver (within 5 seconds)

- Check altimeter

- Perform 360 degree turns right/left (time permitting)

- Check altimeter

- Lock on altimeter - 6,000’ AGL

- Proper wave off - 5,000’ AGL

- Stable pull by 4,000’ AGL

- Perform correct post opening procedures

- Altitude awareness throughout jump

- Good stable body position and heading control throughout jump

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Jump # 6 AFF Level Six (Tracking)

- Properly don the parachute system and associated equip

- Hotel check

- Ready-Set-Go

- Stable solo diving exit with 1 AFF instructor (from min. of 9,500’)

- Circle of awareness

- Turn 90 degrees left or right (per instructors brief)

- Track on heading and hold heading for 5 seconds

- Check altimeter

- If above 8,000’, turn 180 degrees and track and hold heading for 5 seconds

- Check altimeter

- Lock on altimeter - 6,000’ AGL

- Proper wave off - 5,000’ AGL

- Stable pull by 4,000’ AGL

- Perform correct post opening procedures

- Altitude awareness throughout jump

- Good stable body position and heading control throughout jump

- Perform correct and safe canopy control

- Land safely on DZ

Jump # 7-8 (Pretest/Test) AFF Level 7 Test #1 This is a graded test. You must receive a GO on all points of performance in order to progress to the next jump level. You will be allowed to repeat Test #1 a total of 2 times only.

- Properly don the parachute system and associated equip

- Stable dive exit, or recover from any instability within 500 feet of exit platform (from min. of

9,500’)

- Obtain heading 180 degrees from a/c heading

- Conduct one right controlled 360-degree turn starting and stopping on heading and check altimeter.

- Conduct one left controlled 360-degree turn starting and stopping on heading and check altimeter.

- Turn left/right 90 degrees (per instructors orders) and perform an on heading track for 5 seconds

- Lock on altimeter - 6,000’ AGL

- Proper wave off - 5,000’ AGL

- Stable pull by 4,000’ AGL

- Perform correct post opening procedures

- Altitude awareness throughout jump

- Good stable body position and heading control throughout jump

- Land safely within 300 feet of designated landing area on DZ

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Jump # 9-10 Daytime Grouping from 10,000’ AGL (1:5)

Student will perform a daytime line exit freefall jump from 10,000’ AGL and group under canopy.

Minimum exit altitude is 8,000’AGL. Complete with parachute system and associated air operations equipment, perform the following:

- Properly don the parachute system and associated equip

- Properly respond to aircraft signals and jump commands

- Stable diving exit on heading

- Lock on altimeter - 6,000’ AGL

- Proper wave off - 5,000’ AGL

- Stable pull by 4,000’ AGL

- Perform post opening procedures

- Attempt to group under canopy in a stack formation

- Altitude awareness throughout jump

- Good stable body position and heading control throughout jump

- Perform correct and safe canopy control

- Land safely within 300 feet of designated stick leader

Jump # 11-12 Daytime Grouping from 8,000’ AGL (1:5).

Student will perform a poised exit and short delay from a minimum altitude of 8,000’ then group under canopy. Complete with parachute system and associated air operations equipment, perform the following:

- Properly don the parachute system and associated equip

- Properly respond to aircraft signals and jump commands

- Stable dive exit from 8,000’AGL

- Lock on altimeter - 7,000’ AGL

- Proper wave off and pull at 6,000’ AGL

- Perform correct post opening procedures

- Land safely within 300 feet of designated stick leader

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Jump # 13 Daytime Intro Ruck

Student will perform a daytime ruck jump from a minimum altitude of 9,500’AGL. Complete with parachute system, associated air operations equipment and properly rigged rucksack, perform the following:

- Properly don the parachute system and associated equip

- Properly respond to aircraft signals and jump commands

- Stable diving exit on heading

- Check altimeter

- One satisfactory PRCP

- Lock on altimeter - 6,000’ AGL

- Proper wave off - 5,000’ AGL

- Stable pull by 4,000’ AGL

- Perform correct post opening procedures

- Altitude awareness throughout jump

- Good stable body position and heading control throughout jump

- Perform correct and safe canopy control

- Perform correct ruck lowering procedures

- Lower ruck approx 200 feet

- Land safely on DZ

Jump # 14 Daytime Solo Ruck

Student will perform a daytime ruck jump from a minimum altitude of 9,500’AGL. Complete with parachute system, associated air operations equipment and properly rigged rucksack, perform the following:

- Properly don the parachute system and associated equip

- Properly respond to aircraft signals and jump commands

- Stable diving exit on heading

- Check altimeter

- Lock on altimeter - 6,000’ AGL

- Proper wave off - 5,000’ AGL

- Stable pull by 4,000’ AGL

- Perform correct post opening procedures

- Altitude awareness throughout jump

- Good stable body position and heading control throughout jump

- Perform correct and safe canopy control

- Perform correct ruck lowering procedures

- Lower ruck approx 200 feet

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Jump # 15 Pretest Daytime Ruck & Weapon

Student will perform a day ruck/weapon jump from a minimum altitude of 9,500’AGL. Complete with parachute system, associated air operations equipment and properly rigged rucksack and weapon, perform the following:

- Properly don the parachute system and associated equip

- Properly respond to aircraft signals and jump commands

- Stable diving exit on heading

- Check altimeter

- Right 360 degree turn

- Check altitude

- Left 360 degree turn

- Check altitude

- Turn 90 degrees (left/right as per the Instructors order)

- Track on Heading for a min. of 5 seconds

- Lock on altimeter - 6,000’ AGL

- Proper wave off - 5,000’ AGL

- Stable pull by 4,000’ AGL

- Perform correct post opening procedures

- Altitude awareness throughout jump

- Good stable body position and heading control throughout jump

- Perform correct and safe canopy control

- Perform correct ruck lowering procedures

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Jump # 16 Daytime Ruck & Weapon Test #2

This is a graded test. You must receive a GO on all points of performance in order to progress to the next jump level. You will be allowed to repeat Test #2 a total of 2 times only.

Student will perform a day ruck/weapon jump from a minimum altitude of 9,500’AGL. Complete with parachute system, associated air operations equipment and properly rigged rucksack and weapon, perform the following:

- Properly don the parachute system and associated equip

- Properly respond to aircraft signals and jump commands

- Stable dive exit with no more than 360 degrees turn in slipstream (from min. of 9,500’).

- Obtain heading 180 degrees from a/c heading

- Conduct one right controlled 360-degree turn starting and stopping on heading.

- Check altitude

- Conduct one left controlled 360-degree turn starting and stopping on heading.

- Check altitude

- Turn 90 degrees (left/right per instructor’s orders)

- Track on heading for a min of 5 seconds

- Perform proper stability techniques and altitude awareness throughout the freefall.

- Lock on altimeter - 6,000’ AGL

- Proper wave off - 5,000’ AGL

- Stable pull by 4,000’ AGL

- Perform correct post opening procedures

- Altitude awareness throughout jump

- Good stable body position and heading control throughout jump

- Perform correct and safe canopy control

- Perform correct ruck lowering procedures

- Land safely within 300 feet of designated landing area on DZ

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Jump # 17 Daytime O2 Grouping (1:1).

Student will perform a daytime line exit freefall jump and group under canopy. Minimum exit altitude is 9,500’AGL. Complete with parachute system, oxygen system and associated air operations equipment perform the following:

- Properly don the parachute system and associated equip

- Properly respond to aircraft signals and jump commands with oxygen equipment.

- Stable diving exit on heading

- Perform grouping (per instructors brief)

- Lock on altimeter - 6,000’ AGL

- Proper wave off - 5,000’ AGL

- Stable pull by 4,000’ AGL

- Perform post opening procedures

- Attempt to group under canopy in a stack formation

- Altitude awareness throughout jump

- Good stable body position and heading control throughout jump

- Perform correct and safe canopy control

- Land safely within 300 feet of designated stick leader

Jump # 18 Night Grouping (1:5)

Student will perform a night line exit freefall jump and group under canopy. Minimum exit altitude is 8,000’AGL. Complete with parachute system, associated air operations equipment and properly rigged for night jumps, perform the following:

- Properly don the parachute system and associated equip

- Properly respond to aircraft signals and jump commands

- Stable diving exit on heading

- Check altimeter

- One PRCP

- Lock on altimeter - 6,000’ AGL

- Proper wave off - 5,000’ AGL

- Stable pull by 4,000’ AGL

- Perform correct post opening procedures

- Altitude awareness throughout jump

- Good stable body position and heading control throughout jump

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Jump # 19 Daytime ruck/weapon/O2 Grouping (1:5)

Student will perform a daytime ruck/weapon/O2 line exit freefall jump and group under canopy.

Minimum exit altitude is 9,500’AGL. Complete with parachute system, associated air operations equipment and properly rigged rucksack/weapon/O2, perform the following:

- Properly don the parachute system and associated equip

- Properly respond to aircraft signals and jump commands

- Stable diving exit on heading

- Check altitude

- Perform grouping (as briefed by instructor)

- Lock on altimeter - 6,000’ AGL

- Proper wave off - 5,000’ AGL

- Stable pull by 4,000’ AGL

- Perform post opening procedures

- Altitude awareness throughout jump

- Good stable body position and heading control throughout jump

- Perform correct and safe canopy control

- Perform correct ruck lowering procedures

Jump # 20 Night ruck/weapon Grouping (1:5)

Student will perform a night ruck/weapon line exit freefall jump and group under canopy. Minimum exit altitude is 8,000’AGL. Complete with parachute system, associated air operations equipment and properly rigged rucksack & weapon for night operations, perform the following:

- Properly don the parachute system and associated equip

- Properly respond to aircraft signals and jump commands

- Stable diving exit on heading

- Check altitude

- One PRCP

- Lock on altimeter - 6,000’ AGL

- Proper wave off - 5,000’ AGL

- Stable pull by 4,000’ AGL

- Perform post opening procedures

- Altitude awareness throughout jump

- Good stable body position and heading control throughout jump

- Perform correct and safe canopy control

- Perform correct ruck lowering procedures

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Jump 21 & 23 Daytime Clear & Pull

Student will perform a day Clear and Pull with 4 second delay and group under canopy. Minimum exit altitude is 8,000’AGL. Complete with parachute system, perform the following:

- Properly don the parachute system and associated equip

- Properly respond to aircraft signals and jump commands

- Stable diving exit from 8,000 AGL

- Count: 1 Thousand, Arch Thousand, Trace Thousand, Pull Thousand, Raise

- Perform post opening procedures

- Attempt to group under canopy in a stack formation

- Good stable body position and heading control throughout jump

- Perform correct and safe canopy control

- Land safely within 300 feet of designated stick leader

Jump # 22 Night O2 Grouping (1:5)

Student will perform a night line exit freefall jump and group under canopy. Minimum exit altitude is 8,000’AGL. Complete with parachute system, associated air operations equipment, oxygen system;

properly rigged for night jumps, perform the following:

- Properly don the parachute system and associated equip

- Properly respond to aircraft signals and jump commands with oxygen equipment.

- Stable diving exit on heading

- Lock on altimeter - 6,000’ AGL

- Proper wave off - 5,000’ AGL

- Stable pull by 4,000’ AGL

- Perform post opening procedures

- Attempt to group under canopy in a stack formation

- Altitude awareness throughout jump

- Good stable body position and heading control throughout jump

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Jump # 24-25 NP FF Grad Jump Night ruck/weapon/O2 Grouping (1:5) (Must complete two of these jumps to pass the course)

Student will perform a night ruck/weapon/O2 line exit freefall jump and group under canopy.

Minimum exit altitude is 8,000’AGL. Complete with parachute system, associated air operations equipment, oxygen system and properly rigged rucksack & weapon for night operations, perform the following:

- Properly don the parachute system and associated equip

- Properly respond to aircraft signals and jump commands

- Stable diving exit on heading

- Check altitude

- One PRCP

- Lock on altimeter - 6,000’ AGL

- Proper wave off - 5,000’ AGL

- Stable pull by 4,000’ AGL

- Perform post opening procedures

- Altitude awareness throughout jump

- Good stable body position and heading control throughout jump

- Perform correct and safe canopy control

- Perform correct ruck lowering procedures

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OUTLINE SHEET 1-2-1

FREE-FALL EQUIPMENT & DONNING

This outline sheet provides information on Free-Fall equipment and donning procedures.

1.2 DESCRIBE Free Fall operation equipment components (including functionality), such as the Cypres automatic activation device (AAD) and Ram-Air parachute system in accordance with Military Free Fall Parachuting Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures, ATTP 3-18.11; and Naval Special Warfare Air Operations manual, COMNAVSPECWARCOMINST 3000.3 (Series)

1.3 DESCRIBE donning and post-jump recovery procedures for the MT2-XX Ram-Air parachute system and other Free Fall equipment, and associated safety precautions and considerations in accordance with Military Free Fall Parachuting Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures, ATTP 3-18.11; and Naval Special Warfare Air Operations manual,

1.4 DEMONSTRATE donning and post-jump recovery procedures for the MT2-XX Ram-Air parachute system and other Free Fall equipment, while adhering to associated safety precautions and considerations in accordance with Military Free Fall Parachuting Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures, ATTP 3-18.11 and Naval Special Warfare Air Operations manual, COMNAVSPECWARCOMINST 3000.3 (Series)

1. Preview:

a. Associated Equipment

b. The MT2-XX Parachute Assembly

c. Donning Procedure

d. Gear Issue and Donning Practice

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2. Equipment:

a. Your parachute and associated equipment are life saving devices

(1) Treat them with respect

(2) Don’t throw or drop equipment

(3) Don’t drag equipment on the DZ

(4) Don’t sit on your parachute

(5) Don’t smoke, eat or drink anywhere near parachutes

(6) Negligent acts of carelessness in the handling of this equipment will not be tolerated.

(7) Do not borrow other students equipment

b. REPORT LOST OR DAMAGED GEAR TO THE STAFF IMMEDIATELY.

3. Associated Equipment

Need to be serviceable and compatible with this program

a. Helmet

(1) DoD approved

(2) Proper fit

(3) Setup for Oxygen equipment

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b. Goggles

(1) Clear

(2) Flexible

(3) Serviceable

c. Helmet and Goggles

(1) Protec helmet

(2) Flex goggles

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d. Helmet and Goggles with green chemlite attached to rear for night jumps

e. Helmet and Goggles fitting

(1) When issued helmet with attached goggles, do not move the knot or trim the excess bungee for a personalized fit

(2) Watch demonstration for correct fitting

f. Gloves

(1) Provide warmth

(2) Serviceable

NOTE: Aviator flight gloves or similar issued gloves are permissable

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g. Altimeter

(1) Commonly issued is MA-230

(2) Ascends clockwise

(3) Descends counter clockwise

(4) Comes with a white or black face

(5) Worn on the left wrist

(6) Course uses Altimaster II, +/- 350ft. Tolerance

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h. Jumpsuit used at Course During AFF Phase

i. Military Issued Footwear

(1) No hook eyelets

(2) Must give ankle support

(3) Avoid heavy boots

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j. TFSS (5326) Tactical Flotation Support System (GFE)

(1) Right (red bead) LPU

(2) Left (black beads) LPU

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k. Radio Provided

(1) Channel 19

(2) With pouch

(3) Antennae faces down

(4) Worn on chest strap

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MT2-XX Parachute Assembly:

(1) Both Main and Reserve canopies are 370 sq ft.

(2) Fully adjustable harness

(3) Can accommodate oxygen system, weapon and combat equipment

(4) Cypres Automatic Activation Device (AAD) on reserve – Backup device that activates reserve parachute at 1,500’ AGL. Measures jumper’s rate of descent (speed) and altitude.

(5) 3 Ring Canopy Release assembly

(6) Reserve Static Line (RSL)

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(7) 3 Handles

(8) Main Ripcord Handle

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(9) Cut-Away Handle

(10) Reserve Ripcord Handle

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(11) Chest/Waiste Strap (route through friction adapters)

(12) Leg Straps

l. Automatic Activation Device (AAD):

(1) Military CYPRES (Cybernetic Parachute Release System)

(a) Two Modes:

1) Training mode - The unit must be activated on the ground

2) Operational mode - The unit can be activated on the ground or in flight

(b) Connected to the Reserve Parachute

(c) The microprocessor checks the air pressure twice a second

(d) Set to activate at 1500'

(e) Upon activation, cuts the reserve closing loops

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(2) Military CYPRES - Turned off

(a) Turned on in the training mode1500 is the activation altitude

(b) 35 A indicates the vertical activation speed. In this case 35 m/s (78 mph)

4. Donning the MT2-XX

a. Demonstration

(1) Flight Suit

(2) Don TFSS

(3) Let out all the straps

(4) Standing up with buddy assist

(5) Fasten chest strap & radio (TAO only)

(6) Snug leg straps

(7) Main lift webs (releases in hollow of shoulder)

(8) Diagonal back straps

(9) Waist strap

(10) Stow all running ends (MLWs stow outboard)

(11) Altimeter

(12) Helmet

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OUTLINE SHEET 1-3-1

AIRCRAFT PROCEDURES

This outline sheet provides information on aircraft procedures during free fall operations.

1.5 DESCRIBE aircraft procedure signals, Jump Master commands, and the proper response and procedures during Free Fall operations in accordance with Military Free Fall Parachuting Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures, ATTP 3-18.11; and Naval Special Warfare Air Operations manual, COMNAVSPECWARCOMINST 3000.3 (Series)

1.6 DEMONSTRATE proper response to aircraft procedure signals and Jump Master commands, with 100% accuracy, during Free Fall operations in accordance with Military Free Fall Parachuting Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures, ATTP 3-18.11; and Naval Special Warfare Air Operations manual, COMNAVSPECWARCOMINST 3000.3 (Series)

1. Preparation:

a. Don the gear: "Jock up" in the covered training area

b. Use the buddy system

c. Receive 2 Jumpmaster Personnel Inspections (JMPI)

d. Await your instructor at the benches

(1) No tobacco, food or drink while wearing gear

(2) Remain on bench until boarding

e. Move to the aircraft only under the guidance of your instructor

(1) Approach from a rear quadrant / goggles down

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2. Boarding

a. Climb into the aircraft carefully

b. Protect ripcords

c. Sit where directed: Sit on edge of seat and slide back

d. Leave helmet on/check chin strap

e. Fasten seatbelts

f. Verify altimeter at 0’ AGL

3. Routine Flights

a. Take off: Brace yourself

b. At 1500’ expect signal to unfasten seatbelt

c. Keep movement to a minimum

d. During the climb to altitude your instructor will guide your actions

e. Exit as briefed

4. Check of 3's

Individual jumper’s responsibility Normally done after your main & reserve pins have been checked

a. Check 3 rings: Should Present “Snow-Man” appearance

b. Check Reserve Static Line – Snap, Shackle and Ring

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c. Check 3 Handles Properly positioned Touched in the correct order of use with the appropriate hand

(1) Main Ripcord Handle - Seated and Yellow Tape

(2) Cut-Away Handle – Seated and Velcro Fastener

(3) Reserve Ripcord Handle - Seated

d. Check 3 Straps

(1) Chest strap - Routed correctly through friction adapter

(2) Waist strap - Routed correctly through friction adapter

(3) Leg straps – Gate closed and ball detent firmly seated

e. Check 3 Accessories

(1) Altimeter

(a) Within 350ft of instructor/student altimeter

(b) Do not re-adjust after take off!

(2) Radio

(a) Turned to max volume

(b) Back off ¼ turn

(c) Should read 19 and locked symbol visible

(3) Chin Strap

(a) Fastened & not twisted, excess stowed

(b) Must not come over the chin

f. Review

(1) Check 3 rings

(2) Check 3 handles

(3) Check 3 straps

(4) Check 3 accessories

5. Unusual Scenarios

a. Forced landings

(1) Emergencies between 0' - 1,500' (TAO)

(2) Unplanned

(3) Often sudden and violent

(4) Tighten or refasten seatbelt

(5) Adopt the brace position

(6) Exit only when aircraft has come to a complete stop

(7) Props/rotors may still be turning

(8) Muster upwind 600 ft. for head count

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b. Emergency Bail Out on Reserve

(1) Emergencies between 1500' - 2500' (TAO)

(2) Jumpmaster signals and simulates a reserve ripcord pull

(3) Move to the door/ramp

(4) Hand on reserve ripcord handle

(5) Exit & count "Arch thousand" and PULL!

(6) Check canopy

(7) Conduct post opening procedures

(8) "Group" in order to help recovery efforts or to assist those injured

c. Emergency Bail Out on Main

(1) Emergencies 2500’ and above (TAO)

(2) Jumpmaster signals and simulates a main ripcord pull

(3) Move to the door/ramp

(4) Hand on main ripcord handle

(5) Exit & count “Arch thousand” & PULL!

(6) Check canopy

(7) Conduct post opening procedures

(8) “Group” on landing NOTE: Bailout procedures can change with equipment.

d. Premature Planned Exit

(1) Situations 9,500’ and above (TAO)

(2) Exit as planned

(3) Conduct jump as briefed

(4) Pull at correct altitude

(5) Check canopy

(6) Conduct post opening procedures

(7) Land together

e. Student Alone in Aircraft

In the event a student becomes hung up in the door/ramp and the instructor exits the aircraft and is no longer in sight, the student should:

(1) Not attempt to close the door/ramp

(2) Move as far forward as possible

(3) Sit down and re-fasten seatbelt

(4) Land with the aircraft

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6. Jumpmaster Commands

a. Engine noise, the jumper’s helmet and the oxygen mask make verbal communication extremely difficult inside the aircraft

b. The jumper receives procedure signals and jump commands through the use of standardized hand and arm signals

c. Standardization of procedural signals and jump commands permits interoperability of all MFF-capable units

d. Commands are given by the Jumpmaster: They start before take off.

(1) Don Helmets and fasten seat belts: You get this command prior to take off

(a) Command looks like this:

(b) Jumper Action:

1) Jumper dons helmet, fastens chinstrap and ensures that seatbelt is fastened

2) Students To Verbalize: "Don helmets, fasten seatbelts".

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(2) Unfasten Seat Belts: Normally given at 1000’ (1500’ @ TAO)

(a) Command looks like this:

(b) Jumper Action

1) Unfasten seatbelt

2) Lay belt to the side or over the leading edge of the seat

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(3) Time Warning:

(a) Given at approximately 20 minutes prior to first drop

(b) Given at approximately 10 Minutes prior to first drop

(c) Command looks like this:

(d) Jumper Action

1) 20 min - None (informational)

2) 10 min - Equipment check (TAO)

(4) Wind Speed:

(a) Surface winds given at appropriate points during the flight

(b) Command looks like this:

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(c) Jumper Action

1) Although no physical response is required, jumper should start to think about how these winds might effect the landing pattern.

(5) Stand-Up/Two Minute Warning/Check Equipment:

(a) Will usually be seen about 2 minutes prior to drop

1) Stand up and face the rear of the aircraft or door

2) Will normally conduct equipment inspection (and Oxygen procedures if applicable).

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(6) Move To The Rear/One Minute Warning:

(a) Usually given at the 1 minute point

1) Goggles down

2) Jumper proceeds to the vicinity of the ramp/door

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(7) Stand-By:

(a) Is normally given at approximately 15 seconds from exit

(b) Looks like this:

1) Jumper moves into the door or to the end of the ramp and prepares to exit.

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(8) "Go":

(a) Given at exit point

(b) Normally in conjunction with the green light coming on

(c) Looks like this:

(d) Jumper Action

1) Immediately exit the aircraft.

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(9) Abort:

(a) Will be given in the event the jump is delayed or terminated

1) Back up slowly taking care not to trip over the jumper behind you

2) Sit down

(10) Hold

(a) Usually associated with short delays

(b) Command looks like this: Clenched fist presented up and fingers forward toward jumpers

(11) Notes

(a) All commands and signals must be obeyed immediately

(b) Stay awake and alert

(c) In situations where signals are hard to see (night ops), pass the command up

(d) We use the following hand signals: 2 min and 1 min

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OUTLINE SHEET 1-4-1

BODY STABILIZATION

This outline sheet provides information on free fall body stabilization techniques.

1.8 DESCRIBE the proper body positions in Free Fall to maintain body stabilization, execute left and right turns, checking the altimeter, and manually activating the main parachute during Free Fall operations in accordance with Military Free Fall Parachuting Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures, ATTP 3-18.11; and Naval Special Warfare Air Operations manual, COMNAVSPECWARCOMINST 3000.3…