USPA C LICENSE EXAM ACTUAL EXAM 60 QUESTIONS AND CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS) |AGRADE

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 owner'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? - ANSWEReast

What is the wing loading of the

parachute you will use on your next

jump? - ANSWER- Divide the exit weight by the square footage.

Which canopy size (same model design) will exhibit quicker control

response?

a. 210-square feet with a 210-pound jumper (geared up)