USPA C LICENSE EXAM 2023 -2024 ACTUAL EXAM 60 QUESTIONS AND CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS ) |AGRADE How do higher wind speeds affect the planned landing pattern as compared to the pattern plan for a calm day? - ANSWER - shortens the final approach, shortens the base leg, lengthens the downwind leg, and places the planned pattern entry point farther upwind In moderately strong winds, how far downwind of an obstacle would you expect to find turbulence? - ANSWER - 10-20 times the height of the obstacle What is the best procedure to use when flying your canopy in turbulent conditions? - ANSWER - Keep the canopy flying in a straight line at full flight (or as directed by the o wner's manual). What weather conditions and wind direction(s) are most likely to cause turbulence at your drop zone? - ANSWER - according to the local landing area and obstacles Why is it important to protect your parachute system operation handles when in and around the aircraft? - ANSWER - keeps them in place and prevents accidental or premature deployment Describe the equipment pre -flight strategy to use before putting on your gear. - ANSWER - top to bottom, back to front How does the three -ring main canopy release system disconnect the main parachute from the harness? - ANSWER - Pull the cables to release the cloth loop. How do you know if a reserve parachute has been packed by an FAA rigger within the last 180 days? - ANSWER - information found on the reserve packing data card How do you know the reserve container has not been opened since the FAA rigger last closed it? - ANSWER - rigger's packing seal on the reserve ripcord If the surface winds are blowing from west to east, which direction will you face to fly the downwind leg of the landing pattern? - ANSWER - east What is the wing loading of the parachute you will use on your next jump? - ANSWER - Divide the exit weight by th e square footage. Which canopy size (same model design) will exhibit quicker control response? a. 210 -square feet with a 210 -pound jumper (geared up)
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