USPA Written Exam License: Actual 100 Questions and Verified Answers (2024)

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USPA A WRITTEN EXAM LICENSE EXAM ACTUAL EXAM

100 QUESTIONS AND CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS

(VERIFIED ANSWERS) |AGRADE

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

aircraft. + .....ANSWER.....Approach fixed-wing aircraft from the

rear.

Who is responsible for seat belt use in the aircraft? +

.....ANSWER.....pilot and jumper

When must seat belts be fastened? + .....ANSWER.....movement

on the surface (taxi), takeoff, and landing

From whom do you take direction in the event of an aircraft

problem? + .....ANSWER.....my instructor

Why is it important to exit on "Go!"? .....ANSWER.....AFF and

tandem students: helps student and instructors to leave at the

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same time all students: to leave at the right place over the

ground

Where does the wind come from initially upon exit from the

aircraft? .....ANSWER.....ahead

Why do skydivers first learn to fall stable face to earth (think in

terms of the equipment)? + .....ANSWER.....best position for

deployment

What does a canopy do immediately following a turn?

.....ANSWER.....dives

What are the landing priorities? .....ANSWER.....a. Land with the

wing level and flying in a straight line. b. Land in a clear and

open area, avoiding obstacles. c. Flare to at least the half-brake

position. d. Perform a parachute landing fall

What is the purpose of the landing flare? .....ANSWER.....convert

forward speed to lift

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Describe the procedure for a hard landing (PLF).

.....ANSWER.....Student should demonstrate: feet and knees

together, hands and elbows in, roll on landing.

Category B: Who must directly supervise your student training

jumps? .....ANSWER.....USPA Instructor rated for my discipline

What is your most important task when in freefall?

.....ANSWER.....altitude awareness to recognize and act at the

assigned pull altitude

What are the maximum winds in which any student may jump?

.....ANSWER.....ten mph for a round reserve canopy; 14 mph for

a ram-air reserve, waiverable by an S&TA

How would you clear a pilot chute hesitation? +

.....ANSWER.....Change body position to modify the air flow over

my back

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In the event of a canopy problem, students should decide and act

about executing emergency procedures by what altitude?

.....ANSWER.....2,500 feet

How would you address the following routine opening problems?

.....ANSWER.....a. Before releasing the brakes, spread risers or

twist risers to transfer line twist to risers, kick in opposite

direction, watch altitude to 2,500 feet.

b. Pump rear risers or steering controls at the bottom of the

stroke while watching altitude to 2,500 feet.

c. Pull toggles to flare position and hold (or pull down rear ris-

ers and hold) and watch altitude. If stubborn, determine

controllability with turn and flare by 2,500 feet.

d. Determine controllability and ability to flare by 2,500 feet.

e. Be sure both brakes are released.