Attachment_2_-_NPC_SL_TRAINEE_GUIDE_(Mar15_Rev).pdf

CHANGE 3

TRAINEE GUIDE A-431-0135A

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TRAINEE GUIDE

FOR

NAVY PARACHUTE STATIC LINE COURSE

A-431-0135A CHANGE 3

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 2008

(MARCH 2015)

LIST OF EFFECTIVE ELEMENTS

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

Title Page Change 3 Outline Sheet 1-5-1 Change 2

List of Effective Change 3 Elements

Change Record Change 3

Table of Contents Change 2

Security Awareness Change 1 Notice

Safety/Hazard Change 1 Awareness Notice

Terminal Objectives Change 2

Outline Sheet 1-1-1 Change 2

Outline Sheet 1-2-1 Change 2

Diagram Sheet 1-2-2 Change 1

Diagram Sheet 1-2-3 Change 2

Outline Sheet 1-3-1 Change 2

Information Sheet 1-4-1 Change 2

Diagram Sheet 1-4-2 Change 3

Information Sheet 1-4-3 Change 2

Diagram Sheet 1-4-4 Change 2

Diagram Sheet 1-4-5 Change 2

CHANGE RECORD

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Number and Description of Change Entered By Date

1. Refer to TCCD Summary of Differences Travers 23 Sep 2013

2. Refer to the TCCD Summary of differences

Travers 22 Jul 2014

3. Refer to TCCD Summary of Differences Travers 20 Mar 2015

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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Contents Page

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

Unit 1 - BASIC STATIC LINE PARACHUTE THEORY AND APPLICATION

Lesson Topic 1.1 - Navy Parachute Static Line Course Introduction

OUTLINE SHEET 1-1-1 Navy Parachute Course Static Line Introduction

Lesson Topic 1.2 - The Five Points of Performance and Parachute Landing Fall (PLF)

OUTLINE SHEET 1-2-1 Exits & Five Points of Performance DIAGRAM SHEET 1-2-2 The PLF Sequence DIAGRAM SHEET 1-2-3 Stowing a Parachute

Lesson Topic 1.3 - Canopy Control

OUTLINE SHEET 1-3-1 Canopy Control

Lesson Topic 1.4 - Round Robins

INFORMATION SHEET 1-4-1 Aircraft Procedures and Jump Commands DIAGRAM SHEET 1-4-2 MC-6 Parachute System Equipment INFORMATION SHEET 1-4-3 Rigging Combat Equipment DIAGRAM SHEET 1-4-4 Harness Assembly DIAGRAM SHEET 1-4-5 Folding the Hook Pile Tape Lowering Line

Lesson Topic 1.5 - Canopy Malfunction Procedures

OUTLINE SHEET 1-5-1 Canopy Malfunction Procedures

CHANGE 1

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 static line instructor. An instructor or the medic will assess the medical situation and will refer the person to the Liaison Naval Officer (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 (TTO)

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 allow training to continue safely, the lead instructor may elect to do so. However, if this is not practical, training will be stopped until the situation is corrected.

SAFETY/HAZARD AWARENESS NOTICE - Continued

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Drop-on-Request (DOR)

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.

Emergency Action Plan (EAP)

An internal plan to be implemented immediately upon advent of a mishap to aid involved persons and to control and/or safeguard the scene. This plan is developed for all high-risk training evolutions and must include at a minimum: primary and alternate communications, telephone numbers, radio channels, call signs, location of emergency response personnel, locations of emergency equipment, equipment shutdown procedures, muster site and all immediate emergency procedures. The EAP should be a simple checklist or sequential list of responses of expected and immediate actions by personnel in control of the event to aid and extract mishap victims from the scene.

The EAP may be combined with the pre-mishap plan. Incorporating pre-mishap plan actions at the immediate response level will complicate the control at the scene. The priorities for the EAP are to aid and extract victims from the scene while the pre-mishap plan would preserve the scene and ensure proper reporting after the event.

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TERMINAL OBJECTIVES

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1.0 PERFORM static line parachute jumps while adhering to all safety precautions and considerations in accordance with Naval Special Warfare Air Operations, COMNAVSPECWARCOM INSTRUCTION 3000.3 (Series); and Static Line Parachuting Techniques and Training, TC 3- 21.220

2.0 QUALIFY in slick static line parachute operations, while adhering to applicable safety procedures and considerations in accordance with Naval Special Warfare Air Operations manual, COMNAVSPECWARCOMINST 3000.3 (Series); and Static Line Parachuting Techniques and Training, TC 3-21.220

3.0 QUALIFY in static line parachute operations, with combat equipment, while adhering to applicable safety procedures and considerations in accordance with Naval Special Warfare Air Operations manual, COMNAVSPECWARCOMINST 3000.3 (Series); and Static Line Parachuting Techniques and Training, TC 3-21.220

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OUTLINE SHEET 1-1-1

NAVY PARACHUTE COURSE STATIC LINE INTRODUCTION

A. INTRODUCTION

This outline sheet will provide information on the static line course content and requirements.

B. ENABLING OBJECTIVES

1.1 DESCRIBE static line parachute operations purpose, policies, procedures, and the requirements of the static line parachute course in accordance with Naval Special Warfare Air Operations manual, COMNAVSPECWARCOMINST 3000.3 (Series); and Static Line

C. TOPIC OUTLINE

1. Purpose: To provide you with the required information, training and practical skills to safely conduct basic military static parachuting with combat equipment.

2. School Introduction and History

a. Tactical Air Operations is the US Navy’s contracted school for Military static-line and Military Freefall parachuting.

b. Operating since 2003

3. Instructor Cadre is comprised of retired military special forces and professional skydiving instructors

4. Tactical Air Operations Staff:

a. Course Director - Andy Crout-Hamel

b. Lead Instructor – JC Ledbetter

c. EMT – TJ Cupples

d. President of TAO - Buzz Fink

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5. Course Description:

1 week of instruction Day 1 - Ground training Day 2 - Ground training Day 3 - Ground training Day 4 - Airborne Operations Day 5 - Airborne Operations & Graduation

Every day is critical

Though this course is run differently in some ways due to different aircraft utilized and training environment, the graduating criteria is the same.

NP S/L has a very tight schedule and weather plays a major factor in the course. So, everyday must count.

6. Course Dis-enrollment:

a. Zero tolerance for any arrests or D.U.I's while attending this course

(1) Disenrollment will be determined by the MLO and your current command

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

(1) Safety

(2) Performance

(3) Attitude

7. 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.

8. 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.

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9. Safety:

• Parachuting is an inherent High-Risk evolution

• 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:

- Properly trained instructor staff

- Properly maintained equipment

- Current, thorough and proven course lessons, training methodology, rules, policies and briefs (all derived from military references – TC 3-21.220 & CNSWC INST 3000.3 (Series)

10. Accident or Mishap: In case of an accident or mishap do not contact anyone on your cell phone.

(no outbound calls or texts).

11. Student Critique Program: Provides staff valuable feedback 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.

12. Dress Code:

a. Military boots will be worn at all times.

b. No watches, knives or other objects in the pockets during training.

c. No sunglasses will be worn.

d. No civilian ball caps (military units only)

13. Injuries/Illness:

a. Report immediately to the EMT

b. Never conceal or mask injuries!

c. Grounded until declared medically fit

d. Not worth permanent damage or death!

e. Continually hydrate throughout the day

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14. Administration

a. Uniforms (Field cammies)

b. Restrooms / Phones / Faxes

c. Stay in the training area (do not wander into civilian school)

d. Coffee mess

e. No Food / Drink / Tobacco Products in this classroom

f. Flags up daily

g. Guests

h. Clean up

i. Class Leader duties / custody of student roster (recall)

j. Bring food

k. Student lockers

l. Jump Log (recommended)

m. Chain of Command: Course Director > MLO > Class leader

15. Equipment

Your parachute and associated equipment are life saving devices:

a. Treat them with respect

b. Don’t throw or drop equipment

c. Don’t drag equipment on the DZ

d. Don’t smoke anywhere near parachutes

e. Negligent acts of carelessness in the handling of this equipment will not be tolerated.

f. REPORT LOST OR DAMAGED GEAR TO THE RIGGERS IMMEDIATELY.

17. Summary and Review:

a. Be thoroughly familiar with the lessons taught and objectives of each jump you perform.

b. Get plenty of rest at night, come to work focused, motivated and with a positive attitude.

c. Do not leave a class or brief without thoroughly understanding everything that was put out.

d. WHEN IN DOUBT, ASK QUESTIONS!

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OUTLINE SHEET 1-2-1

EXITS & FIVE POINTS OF PERFORMANCE

This outline sheet provides information on exiting techniques and five points of performance during static line jumps.

1.5 DESCRIBE the Five Points of Performance techniques and procedures executed during static line parachute operations in accordance with Naval Special Warfare Air Operations manual, COMNAVSPECWARCOMINST 3000.3 (Series); and Static Line Parachuting Techniques and Training, TC 3-21.220

1.6 DESCRIBE the five points of contact when performing a parachute landing fall (PLF) executed during static line parachuting operations in accordance with the Naval Special Warfare Air Operations Manual and Static Line Parachuting Techniques and Training, TC 3-21.220.

1.7 DEMONSTRATE the five points of contact when performing a parachute landing fall

(PLF) executed during static line parachuting operations in accordance with the Naval Special Warfare Air Operations Manual and Static Line Parachuting Techniques and Training, TC 3-21.220.

1.8 PERFORM the five points of contact of a parachute landing fall (PLF) when executed during static line parachuting operations in accordance with the Naval Special Warfare Air Operations Manual and Static Line Parachuting Techniques and Training, TC 3-21.220.

1. It is important that the following techniques be mastered for S/L operations.

2. Purpose

a. Five points of performance are individual actions and are essential for every parachute jump.

Failure to perform any one point correctly could result in a landing injury.

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3. The Five Points of Performance

1. Check body position and count

2. Check canopy and gain canopy control

3. Keep a sharp lookout during descent

4. Prepare to land

5. Land

a. Check body position and count.

• Keep chin on chest.

• Keep eyes open.

• Keep elbows into sides.

• Both hands over the ends of the reserve parachute with your fingers spread

• Bend forward at the waist.

• Keep feet and knees together

• Safety Count to 4 thousand (6 if helicopter)

b. Check canopy and gain canopy control.

• Gain control by grasping toggles and make your first turn towards the DZ.

• Make 360 degree check of canopy.

NOTE: If you have line twists, untwist and check/recheck canopy and regain control.

c. Keep a sharp lookout during descent.

• At least 50 feet of separation.

• Remember the three Rules of the Air:

- Look before turning

- Turn AWAY from other jumpers

- Lower jumper has the right away

d. Prepare to land.

At approx. 250 feet AGL, determine direction of drift

Look below you to ensure there are no other jumpers

Transfer control of one toggle to opposite hand (one hand controls both toggles)

With the free hand, release equipment tie downs and lower equipment

Regain canopy control with both hands

Assume proper prepare to land attitude, toggles to appropriate brake position

Feet and knees together

Knees slightly bent

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Elbows rotated in toward sides

Head and eyes on the horizon

e. Land.

Do a PLF using the 5 points of contact.

NO STANDUP LANDINGS!!

Recover equipment, check in with DZSO and proceed to shake-out station.

4. Round-Robin Stations

a. Training Area (Equipment Donning)

b. Exit Trainer (Exit Body Position & Count) c Hanging Harness (Canopy Control)

d. PLF Pit/Training Area (PLF Training)

e. DZ (After-landing Procedures)

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DIAGRAM SHEET 1-2-2

THE PLF SEQUENCE

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STOWING A PARACHUTE

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OUTLINE SHEET 1-3-1

CANOPY CONTROL

Student must be able to understand how to maneuver their canopies safely from opening deployment to landing using the basic fundamentals of canopy control. To ensure this he must apply properly executed maneuvers that require correct canopy manipulation combined with the force of the wind to land on a given target/drop zone.

1.1 DESCRIBE static line parachute operations purpose, policies, procedures, and the requirements of the static line parachute course in accordance with Naval Special Warfare Air Operations manual, COMNAVSPECWARCOMINST 3000.3 (Series); and Static Line

1. Canopy Check

a. Once canopy is open, jumper reaches up and grasps the control line toggles.

b. Jumper conducts a 360 degree inspection of the canopy to check for malfunctions and line order.

c. The parachutists now executes proper canopy manipulation to combine the force of the wind and the thrust of the canopy to move the canopy in a given direction.

2. Maneuvering the Canopy: To maneuver the parachute to a certain point on the ground the jumper may have to use TURNS, HOLDING, RUNNING and CRABBING in order to land at a given target.

a. Turning:

(1) This is accomplished by pulling down on the control toggles SMOOTHLY in the direction that you want to turn in. Look right turn right, look left turn left.

(2) By pulling both toggles down at the same time reduces the forward speed but increases the rate of descent, this is called BRAKING. This maneuver should not be applied below 250’ AGL.

b. Holding:

(1) Holding into the wind is done by rotating the canopy until the orifice is on the downwind side.

(2) Holding is used to slow canopy movement across the ground.

(3) Holding or turning into the wind is also used when landing occurs.

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c. Running:

(1) Running occurs when jumper turns canopy orifice into the wind.

(2) By doing this maneuver jumper covers more ground faster to get to the target.

(3) WARNING - Landing downwind could cause serious injury.

(4) Jumper must always turn into wind by 100’AGL to insure a safe landing.

d. Crabbing:

(1) Crabbing or flying crosswind weather running or holding is used to get the jumper back on the wind line.

(2) As the canopy begins to move in the desired direction the jumper uses the control line toggles to maintain that direction.

3. Canopy Issues

a. Inversions : If the canopy is inverted during opening the jumper reverses the maneuvering technique. To turn left, the jumper pulls down on the right control line; to turn right, he pulls down on the left control line.

b. Broken control lines: If left or right control line is broken the canopy can be maneuvered though more slowly. The jumper reaches high on the right or left rear riser on the same side as the broken control line and pulls down.

c. Tangled Control Lines: If the control lines becomes tangled in a suspension line, the jumper uses the same procedure as with a broken control line.

d. Stealing Air:

(1) A descending parachute causes an area of a partial air compression immediately below the canopy and an area of partial vacuum and descending turbulent air above the canopy. This turbulent air extends about 50 feet above the parachute.

(2) A parachute falling into an area of partial vacuum does not capture enough air to stay inflated.

(3) On the MC-6 Series parachute the jumper turns in the opposite direction to provide at least a 50 foot distance between the parachutes. When facing each other both jumpers execute right turns.

(4) When 250 feet or less above the ground jumpers must exercise care to avoid stealing air from another parachute, because a deflated canopy will not be high enough above the ground to re-inflate completely. If this occurs jumper must prepare to execute a PLF.

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4. Landing:

a. On the MC-6 Series parachute the jumper no later than 100 feet above the ground will turn the canopy into the wind and hold.

b. When nearing the ground the jumper holds the control line toggles at eye level. Eyes on the horizon and prepare for a PLF.

c. On impact he holds the toggles, rotates his arms into his body and executes a PLF.

5. Trident Drop Zone

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INFORMATION SHEET 1-4-1

AIRCRAFT PROCEDURES AND JUMP COMMANDS

Information Sheet provides information on static line aircraft procedures and jump commands.

B. REFERENCES

1. Naval Special Warfare Air Operations, CNSWC INST 3000.3 (Series)

2. Static Line Parachuting Techniques and Training, TC 3-21.220

C. INFORMATION

1. The parachutist must know and fully understand jump commands and aircraft procedures, and the proper steps to perform accordingly.

2. Jump Commands

a. Don Helmets and Seatbelts (Prior to take off)

b. Unfasten Seat Belts (After reaching 1000 ft.)

c. Get Ready (6 minutes): This jump command alerts the parachutists seated in the aircraft and directs their complete attention to the JM.

(1) The JM starts the command with his arms at his sides and gives the arm-and-hand signal by extending both arms to the front at shoulder level with his palms facing the parachutists.

(2) He begins at shoulder level, fingers and thumbs extended and joined, palms facing toward the parachutists. He extends both arms forward until the elbows lock, with the palms toward the parachutists. He gives the oral command GET READY, then returns to the start position with arms at the sides.

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GET READY

d. Stand Up:

(1) OUTBOARD PERSONNEL, STAND UP is the second jump command. For this command, the arm-and-hand signal has two parts.

Part One. The JM starts at the shoulders, index and middle fingers extended and joined, with remaining fingers and thumbs curled to the palms. He gives the command OUTBOARD PERSONNEL, lowers the arms down to the sides at a 45-degree angle, and locks the elbows.

Part Two. The JM gives the command STAND UP. He extends and joins the fingers and thumb of each hand, rotates the hands so the palms face up, and then raises the arms straight overhead, keeping the elbows locked. At this command, parachutists sitting nearest the outboard side of the aircraft stand up, raise and secure the seats, face the jump doors, and assume the shuffle position.

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OUTBOARD PERSONNEL, STAND UP

(2) INBOARD PERSONNEL, STAND UP is the third jump command. The arm-and-hand signal has two parts.

Part One. The JM starts with the hands centered on the chest at shoulder level, index and middle fingers extended and joined, remaining fingers and thumbs curled to the palms. He gives the command INBOARD PERSONNEL, extends the arms forward at a 45-degree angle, toward the inboard seats, and locks the elbows.

Part Two. The JM gives the command STAND UP. He first rotates his arms to the sides and down at a 45-degree angle. Then he extends and joins the fingers and thumb of each hand, rotates his hands so the palms face up, and raises his arms straight overhead, keeping the elbows locked

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INBOARD PERSONNEL, STAND UP

e. Hook Up:

(1) The JM begins with his arms either extended directly overhead with elbows locked or with arms bent, hands at shoulder level.

(2) He forms a hook with the index finger of each hand. He forms fists with the remaining fingers and thumb of each hand (Figure 5-4).

(3) As he gives the oral command, he moves his arms down and up in a pumping motion. He repeats the arm-and-hand signal at least three times.

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HOOK UP

Jumper Actions.

(1) At this command, each parachutist detaches the static line snap hook from the top carrying handle of the reserve parachute and hooks up to the appropriate anchor line cable, with the open portion of the snap hook toward the outboard side of the aircraft. Each parachutist must ensure that the snap hook locks properly.

(2) The safety wire is inserted in the hole and folded down. To protect the eyes, the wire is inserted by pointing it toward the rear of the aircraft. Then a bight is formed in the static line and held at eye level. The bight is not released until the parachutist moves into the door.

(3) Personnel jumping the left (right) door have the static line over the left (right) shoulder.

f. Check Static Line:

(1) This is a plural command since there are several static lines attached to the anchor line cable. It begins at eye level, with the thumb and index finger of each hand forming an “O.”

(2) The JM extends and joins his remaining fingers with the palms facing in. As he gives the oral command, he extends his arms to the front until the elbows are nearly locked, then returns to the starting position.

(3) He repeats the arm-and-hand signal at least three times, ensuring the knife edge of his hands are toward the parachutists and the palms face each other (Figure 5-5).

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(1) Upon receiving this command, each parachutist checks his static line and the static line of the parachutist to the front.

(2) Each parachutist checks visually and by feeling with his free hand. He does not release the bight for checks. He verifies the following items:

• Static line snap hook is properly attached to the anchor line cable with the safety wire properly inserted. Static line is free of frays and tears.

• Static line is not misrouted and is properly stowed on pack tray.

• All excess slack in the static line is taken up and stowed in the static line slack retainer.

• Pack tray is intact.

NOTE: The last two jumpers in each stick face about. The next to last jumper inspects the last jumper’s static line and gives him a sharp tap to indicate that the static line and pack tray have been checked and are safe for jumping.

(3) Each parachutist gives the parachutist to the front a sharp tap signifying that the static line and pack tray have been checked and are safe for jumping.

CHECK STATIC LINES

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g. Check Equipment

(1) The JM starts this arm-and-hand signal with the fingertips centered on his chest, palms facing the chest, and fingers and thumb of each hand extended and joined; or with his arms extended to the sides at shoulder level, fingers and thumbs extended and joined, and palms facing toward the parachutist.

(2) He gives the oral command, extends his arms to the sides at shoulder level, and then returns them to the chest; or bends his arms at the elbows, bringing the fingertips to the center of the chest, and then returns to the extended position.

(3) He repeats the arm-and-hand signal at least three times. (The JM must check his own equipment.)

CHECK EQUIPMENT

(1) At this command, each parachutist checks his equipment, starting at the helmet, and ensures there are no sharp edges on the rim of the ballistic helmet and that the chin strap and parachutist retention straps are properly routed and secured. The parachutist then physically checks the quick release stow of the chest strap and the leg strap ejector snaps. If jumping combat equipment, the parachutist also ensures the ejector snap of the HPT lowering line is properly attached and seated.

(2) The parachutist completes these actions with the free hand while maintaining a firm grip on the static line bight with the other hand.

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h. Sound Off For Equipment Check

(1) The JM cups his hands and places the thumbs behind the ears.

(2) He gives the oral command SOUND OFF FOR EQUIPMENT CHECK

SOUND OFF FOR EQUIPMENT CHECK

(1) At this command, the last parachutist in the outboard stick sounds off, saying “OK,” and gives the parachutist in front a sharp tap on the thigh. The signal is continued until it gets to the number 1 parachutist, who notifies the JM by pointing to the JM and saying, “All OK, jumpmaster.”

(2) For a C-130 aircraft, this signal is passed to number 25 parachutist (just forward of the wheel well), who forms a circle with his index finger and thumb of his free hand, turns toward the center of the aircraft, and gives the okay signal to number 24 (the last parachutist of the inboard stick). The tap and indication that all previous parachutists are okay is passed up to number 4, first parachutist of the inboard stick, who signals number 3, first parachutist to the rear of the wheel well. The signal is continued until it gets to the number 1 parachutist, who notifies the JM by pointing to the JM and saying, “All OK.”

(3) A parachutist who has an equipment problem notifies the JM, AJM, or safety personnel by raising his outboard hand high above the anchor line cable, palm facing the JM. The parachutists do not pass this signal. The JM, AJM, or safety either corrects the deficiency or removes the parachutist from the stick.

NOTE: After the JM receives “All OK, jumpmaster,” he regains control of his static line from the safety and takes the number 1 parachutist position.

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i. 1 minute: Approximately one minute from the green light, the safety passes along loadmaster time warnings if the jumpmaster fails to hear them. The JM relays the 1-minute warning to the parachutists by leaning back, keeping his foot centered on the platform, facing the jumpers, and extending the index finger of his lead hand. He announces, ONE MINUTE. The jumpers relay the announcement to the rear. The JM continues observing outside for the 30-second checkpoint, or until he receives a 30-second time advisory from the loadmaster.

j. 30 sec

k. Stand By (10 sec):

(1) Starting at the shoulders, the JM extends and joins his index and middle fingers, curling the remaining fingers and thumb of each hand toward the palm.

(2) He extends his arms down to the sides at a 45-degree angle by locking the elbows, and points to both doors at the same time.

STANDBY

(1) At this command, parachutist number 1 shuffles toward the door, establishes eyeto-eye contact with the safety, hands the safety his static line, holds his elbows firmly into his sides with his palms on the end of the reserve, turns and centers himself in the open jump door, and awaits the command GO.

(2) All following parachutists maintain the static line bight and close up behind the preceding parachutist

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l. GO: The green light is the final time warning on USAF aircraft. It tells the JM that as far as the aircrew is concerned, conditions are safe and it is time to issue the ninth jump command, GO.

(1) The JM gives the verbal command GO and may also tap the first parachutist out.

(2) In this case, the command GO and a sharp tap on the thigh is the signal to exit. If this signal is used, it is explained during the JM’s briefing.

Jumper Actions.

(1) At the command GO, the first parachutist exits the aircraft. All subsequent jumpers begin moving toward the door using a shuffle.

(2) Once the jumpers begin to shuffle, they assume an elbow-locked position with the arm that is controlling their static line. The jumpers place their static line control hand so that it is nearly touching the back of the pack tray of the jumper in front of them. This establishes the proper jump interval. Jumpers do not place their static line control hand in a position so that it extends past the pack tray of the jumper in front of them.

(3) As each jumper approaches the door, he establishes eye-to-eye contact with the safety and hands his static line to the safety. Once the safety has control of the jumper’s static line, the jumper returns his hand to the end of the reserve parachute with his fingers spread.

(4) After handing his static line to the safety (vicinity of the lead edge of the door), the jumper executes a left or right turn (as appropriate) and faces directly toward and centered on the door with both hands over the ends of the reserve parachute, fingers spread. He continues the momentum of his movement by walking toward the door, focusing on the horizon, and stepping on the jump platform. He pushes off with either foot and vigorously jumps up and out away from the aircraft. He immediately snaps into a good tight body position and exaggerates the bend into his hips to form an “L” shape.

3. In-Flight Emergencies

a. Hold: Anyone at anytime can give the hold signal (clenched fist) if they feel something is wrong or there is a safety hazard. The hold signal should be directed to the JM. When a hold signal is given, the JM will stop the operation and evaluate the situation.

b. Accidental parachute activation in aircraft: If the reserve parachute is activated inside an aircraft, the aircrew must follow certain procedures.

(1) Fixed-Wing Aircraft. If the parachutist is aft of the wheel well, and the jump doors (or ramp) are open and the reserve canopy is in or going out the door (or ramp), the JM and safety personnel do not attempt to retain the parachutist inside the aircraft.

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(a) The area is cleared, if possible, and the parachutist exits immediately. If the canopy is not in the door (or ramp), the deployed reserve canopy is secured as quickly as possible by anyone nearby. Then, the parachutist is moved to the forward section of the aircraft, the open reserve is removed, another reserve is attached, and the parachutist is returned to the stick to jump.

(b) If the parachutist is forward of the wheel well, and the jump doors (or ramp) are open, the parachutist either steps on or grasps the reserve canopy and traps it so it cannot inflate. Safety personnel move the parachutist to the forward section of the aircraft.

They remove the reserve and attach another, and the parachutist jumps on the next pass over the DZ.

(c) If the jump doors (or ramp) are closed and a reserve parachute deploys, the JM or safety personnel move the parachutist to the forward section of the aircraft. The deployed reserve is removed, and the loadmaster is told not to open the jump doors (or ramp).

Another reserve is attached, and the parachutist is returned to the stick to jump.

(2) Rotary-Wing Aircraft. If the reserve parachute is activated in an aircraft that requires the parachutist to sit in the door, no attempt is made to stop the parachutist from exiting the aircraft. The parachutist immediately exits. In an aircraft that requires parachutists to exit over the ramp, the procedures described for fixed-wing aircraft are followed.

c. Towed Jumper: A conscious towed parachutist is retrieved or cut free as follows:

(1) If the parachutist is being towed by the static line, he is retrieved back inside the aircraft.

Once he nears the jump door, he does not reach for the JM but continues to protect the rip cord handle; the JM or safety reaches for him. If the jumper cannot be retrieved, he is cut free over the drop zone. Once he feels himself fall free from the aircraft, he must immediately activate his reserve parachute for a total malfunction.

(2) If the parachutist is being towed by anything other than the static line, the JM or safety tries to jog him free from the aircraft. If the parachutist cannot be freed, he is retrieved. If he is freed from the aircraft, he does not need to activate his reserve since his main parachute will deploy.

(3) Only the aircraft loadmaster and the JM (with assistance from the safety) will perform towed parachutist retrieval.

d. Unconscious Jumper

(1) Every attempt will be made to recover the jumper by pulling him into the aircraft. Extreme caution must be used when recovering an unconscious towed jumper over the ramp of a fixed-wing aircraft. The jumper will most likely be spinning violently.

(2) If a rotary-wing aircraft is used and recovery attempts are unsuccessful, the jumper will be lowered to the ground.

(3) If a fixed-wing aircraft is used and recovery attempts are unsuccessful, the S/L must be shortened as much as possible and a landing will be attempted.

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DIAGRAM SHEET 1-4-2

MC-6 PARACHUTE SYSTEM EQUIPMENT

MC-6 MAIN CANOPY

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MC-6 MAIN CANOPY PACK TRAY AND NOMENCLATURE

MC-6 RISER ASSEMBLY

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CANOPY RELEASE ASSEMBLY

T-11 RESERVE CANOPY

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T-11 EJECTOR SPRING

T-11 RESERVE PACK TRAY

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T-11 RIP CORD HANDLE

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Proper Foilage Green (FG)-504 Ripcord

T-11R Properly Marked For Use With Inserts

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MC-6 HARNESS ASSEMBLY

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INFORMATION SHEET 1-4-3

RIGGING COMBAT EQUIPMENT

This Information Sheet provides information on static line combat equipment rigging procedures.

B. REFERENCES

C. INFORMATION

1. S/L parachutist must know the proper techniques for rigging combat equipment.

2. Rigging the Rucksack

a. Equipment harness systems for static line operations:

(1) The Harness, Single Point Release (HSPR) is used by the Marine Corps and Navy for both static line and free fall.

(2) The modified H-Harness (rarely used anymore).

(3) The Improved Equipment Attachment Sling (Spider harness) worn on the front or rear of jumper (Army uses this).

(4) The equipment "Jump" bag worn in the front or rear of jumper (authorized and on the ANU list).

b. Rucksack Preparation:

(1) Ensure rucksack and shoulder straps are attached to the frame properly and are serviceable.

(2) Tape adjustment points and quick release on shoulder straps.

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(3) Tape waistband on back pad to frame.

(4) Tape pocket adjustment points.

c. Loading Rucksack:

(1) Weight limitations, 55 lbs for medium and 75 lbs for large rucksack.

(2) Heavy gear near frame.

(3) Pad front of main compartment.

(4) Pad fragile items (optics/electronics).

(5) Load symmetrically and balance load.

(6) Tighten drawstrings, tape bitter ends.

d. Rigging the HSPR to medium or large rucksack:

(1) Attach release handle and adjustable D-ring attaching straps to the HSPR.

(2) Place harness on ground with D-ring, attaching straps on the bottom.

(3) Place ALICE pack on top of the harness so the middle outer cargo pocket is placed between the release handle cross strap and the adjustable cross strap.

(4) Ensure top of pack is facing the equipment retainer straps.

(5) Route the equipment retainer straps underneath the top of the frame, cross them on the back of the pack to form an “X,” then route them underneath the frame and the backrest of the pack.

(6) Route the equipment retainer straps through the appropriate friction adapters (a two or three finger quick release is optional; if used, the quick release loop is secured to the harness with tape or a retainer band).

(7) S-roll the excess webbing and secure it with retainer bands or tape (separate from the quick release loop if used).

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(8) Attach an 15-foot HPT lowering line for right side attachment.

(9) Route the adjustable leg straps around the pack and attach the male portion of the leg strap release assembly to the female portion of the leg strap release assembly, leaving it connected until it is time to attach the combat pack to the jumper.

3. Donning the parachute and equipment

a. Don the parachute using the buddy system.

b. Adjust and secure chest strap.

c. Tighten and secure waist band.

d. Attach the Single Point Releases Harness to the parachutist (using the buddy system).

(1) Attach the ejector snap on the HPT lowering line to the right side lowering line attachment triangle link on the parachute harness.

(2) Grasp the harness by the two adjustable D-ring attaching straps and secure the snap hooks to the large equipment attachment rings on the main lift webs.

(3) The buddy routes the adjustable leg straps around the jumper’s legs and attaches the male portion to the female portion of the leg strap release assembly.

(4) The jumper then pulls on the free running ends of the adjustable D-ring attaching straps and snugs the pack up to the large equipment attachment rings.

(5) Fold excess webbing and secure it in the webbing retainer.

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HARNESS ASSEMBLY

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DIAGRAM SHEET 1-4-5

FOLDING THE HOOK PILE TAPE LOWERING LINE

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OUTLINE SHEET 1-5-1

CANOPY MALFUNCTION PROCEDURES

This outline sheet provides information on procedures during a static line canopy malfunction.

1.13 DESCRIBE procedures for identifying a canopy malfunction (partial or total) or parachute emergency condition during static line parachute operations, and proper corrective actions in accordance with Naval Special Warfare Air Operations manual, COMNAVSPECWARCOMINST 3000.3 (Series); and Static Line Parachuting Techniques and Training, TC 3-21.220

1.14 RESPOND to canopy malfunction (partial or total) or parachute emergency condition using the standing/hanging harness and take corrective action, adhering to applicable safety procedures and considerations in accordance with Naval Special Warfare Air Operations manual, COMNAVSPECWARCOMINST 3000.3 (Series); and Static Line Parachuting Techniques and Training, TC 3-21.220

1. Canopy malfunctions can occur during S/L operations. This lesson topic will provide information on how to deal with them.

2. Purpose All parachutists must be trained to identify & react to any malfunction or parachute emergency.

Correct decision-making is critical in all situations, and the parachutists’ life will depend on it.

3. Types

a. Total Malfunction

b. Partial Malfunction

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4. Causes of a Total Malfunction NOTE: Malfunctions of these types are very rare.

a. Severed static line

b. Broken universal static line snaphook

c. Broken anchor line cable

d. Parachutists failure to hook-up static line

e. Streamer

f. Cut away from being a towed jumper

5. Total Malfunction Action - Pull and Drop Method

a. Assume tight airborne body position.

b. Keep feet and knees together.

c. Grasp reserve ripcord handle with either hand

d. Throw your head back to the rear.

e. Pull reserve ripcord handle with either hand and then drop it.

6. Towed Conscious Jumper:

a. Maintain exit body position

b. Do not deploy the reserve canopy while being towed.

c. If unable to recover conscious jumper, JM will signal the jumper and cut the S/L above 2000'

AGL over the DZ.

d. After S/L is cut, jumper will immediately deploy the reserve (pull and drop method).

e. If being towed by lowering line/equipment the J/M will cut jumper free allowing static-line to deploy the main canopy

7. Towed Unconscious Jumper:

a. Every attempt will be made to recover jumper using the winch carried on board the A/C

b. If fixed wing aircraft is used and recovery attempts are unsuccessful, the towline will be shortened as much as possible and aircraft will land

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8. Causes of a Partial Malfunction

a. Twists (Severe enough to distort)

b. Line Over (“Mae West”)

c. Blown Section or Gore

d. Torn Canopy

e. Inversion (steering/drive slots will be backwards)

f. Broken Suspension or Steering Lines

g. Canopy Collision

9. Partial Malfunction Action – Pull and Drop Method

a. Assume tight airborne body position

b. Keep feet and knees together.

c. Grasp reserve ripcord handle with either hand

d. Throw your head back to the rear

e. Pull reserve ripcord handle with either hand and then drop it

NOTE: When the reserve parachute has been activated, you may have two inflated canopies.

When descending with two inflated parachutes you’ll have no direction control over the canopies. All other jumpers are to remain clear with a minimum separation under canopy to be 50 feet.

Remember: Your canopy will breathe on opening. The front of the canopy will push/fold in slightly when driving forward and the drive slots will distort when a turn is initiated. Also you could be falling faster than other jumpers around you due to the type of canopy your jumping and your weight difference. This does not mean you have a malfunction. You must check your canopy and insure that none of these factors apply before going to your Reserve.

10. Twists

To clear twists, reach behind the head, grasp a set of risers in each hand, thumbs down and palms to the front, pull outward, and kick legs in a bicycle motion until the last twist comes out.

NOTE: If the jumper is unable to check canopy and jumper is falling faster than fellow jumpers, the jumper activates the reserve for a partial malfunction.

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11. Avoiding a Canopy Collision

a. Stay alert to prevent it from happening.

b. Always have a minimum of 50ft separation.

c. Avoid target fixation.

d. For head-on collision, both jumpers turn right to avoid, as well as yelling "TURN RIGHT"

e. Low man has the right of way.

12. Canopy Collision Actions

a. Run off top of canopy if in an air steal situation

b. Avoid canopy modifications

c. Spread eagle, try to bounce off and steer clear.

d. If entangled, protect ripcord grip with right hand & communicate with each other and attempt to clear at altitude.

e. If entangled both parachutists must deploy reserves

f. If no good main canopies parachutists deploy reserves for partial malfunction

g. Do not climb down to other jumper.

h. PLF in opposite directions.

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13. Emergency Landing; Trees

a. Attempt to steer away and avoid.

b. Do not lower equipment (jettison only if lowered).

c. Continue to steer canopy until making contact.

d. Rotate forearms in front of face and chest.

e. Do not let go of steering toggles.

f. Prepare to execute a Parachute Landing Fall (PLF).

g. If hung up, wait for assistance.

Tree Landing Attitude

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14. Emergency Landings; High Tension Wire Landings

b. If downwind landing an option to avoid - take it!

c. Lower combat equipment and jettison.

d. Continue to steer canopy until making contact.

e. Arms extended, elbows locked, hands inside risers with palms flat against front risers.

f. Chin on chest with feet & knees together.

g. Execute rocking motion to clear through the wires.

h. Prepare for PLF.

i. If hung up, do not make contact with ground, wait for assistance.

Wire Landing Attitude

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15. Emergency Landings; Unintentional Water Landings

b. Lower and do not Jettison combat equipment.

c. Activate quick release in chest strap.

d. Pull quick release on the waistband.

e. Disconnect left clip on the reserve and swing the reserve to the right hand side.

f. Ensure you are seated well into the saddle.

g. Be prepared to perform PLF if water is shallow.

h. As your feet enter the water, release the leg straps.

i. Roll out of the harness and swim free.

j. Inflate life jacket, if worn.

Water Landing Without Preserver

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Water Landing With Preserver

16. Emergency Landings; High Wind Landing

a. Turn 45 degrees from the wind so you do not do a PLF straight back.

b. If being dragged, operate one of the canopy release assembly units.