DZ Test Flashcards
What do you need to maintain Jumpmaster Currency
- JM Currency: Current static line jumper.
- PJM or AJM duties within 180 days; or
• Completed a JM refresher course in the previous 180
days and be a current jumper (Regardless of JM rating)
What does CARP stand for?
COMPUTED AIR RELEASE POINT
What does GMRS stand for?
GROUND MARKING RELEASE SYSTEM
What does VIRS stand for?
VERBALLY INITIATED RELEASE SYSTEM
Name two visual navigation aids.
VS-17 PANELS
SMOKE
RAISED ANGLE MARKER (RAM)
SIGNAL MIRROR
What does RAM Stand for?
Raised Angle Marker
What are the Code letters used in CARP
J C A R S (H & O for circular DZ)
What are the code letters used in a circular DZ
H & O
How big is the code letter in CARP?
•Code letter is block letter 11M x 11M (35ft X
35ft)
where is the Amber Rotating Beacon located?
placed centerline of DZ
1000yd from PI or trail edge
What angle is the VS-17 panel employed at?
45 Degree Angle
What visual aids can be used during night time
operations?
White Omni-Directional, Whelen Light,
Strobe Lights, Fires or Ground Flares
On a Blind Drop the DZSO’s/DZSTL’s
duties and responsibilities are the
same, except?
They do not mark the DZ.
What is the Minimum DZ size for CARP Personnel?
600X600 yards
Single parachutist jumping from 1,000 ft AGL
What is the Minimum DZ size for CARP Heavy Equipment Drops?
MINIMUM SIZE- 600yds X 1000yds.
• Single Heavy Equipment Platform from 1100 ft AGL
What is the Minimum distance to the PI from the leading edge for CARP personnel day?
300 yds (274m)
What is the Minimum distance to the PI from the leading edge for CARP personnel Night
350 yds (320m)
What is the Minimum distance to PI from leading edge for CARP Heavy equipment night?
550 yds (503m)
(CARP) For personnel drops where is the DZSO/DZSTL located at?
Point of Impact (PI)
For CDS drops where is the DZSO/DZSTL located at?
DZSO/DZSTL located 200 yards to
the 6 o’clock position of the PI
For day time Heavy equipment drops where is the DZSO/DZSTL located at?
HE-300 yards at the 6 o’clock of the PI
What angle is the RAM angled at?
displayed at a 60-degree angle into the direction of
flight.
What is the Minimum amount of VS-17 Panels needed for a CARP code letter?
Minimum 9 VS-17 Panels
(CARP) how many meters are the flanker lights from the PI?
located 250m
left and right abeam the PI
How many lights are needed to set up a CARP night code letter?
Min 9 white Omnidirectional lights
Flanker and Amber Rotating Beacon are optional
Name two NO DROP visual signals for CARP.
- RAM removed
- Letter removed
- Red Flares, red smoke, red lights
- Any other coordinated signal
How do you communicate no drop via radio
NO DROP NO DROP NO DROP
Name three of the The Eight DZ Selection Factors.
- Airdrop Airspeeds (A/C dependent)
- Drop Altitude
- Type of Load (personnel or equipment)
- Method of Delivery (High/Low Velocities, Free Drop)
- Obstacles
- Access
- Adequate Approach and Departure Routes
- Size of the Drop Zone
What is the Optimum drop speed for a UH-60?
70 knots
What is the Optimum drop speed for a CH-47?
90 Knots
What is the Optimum drop speed for a C-17/130?
130 to 135 knots
what are the two types of loads?
Personnel
Equipment (Bundles / CDS and Heavy Equipment)
What does WSVC stand for
Wind Stream Vector Count
What is the definition of an obstacle on the DZ?
Personnel: Any feature, natural or man-made, that would impose a hazard to the jumper or prevent the jumper from accomplishing the mission
Equipment: Any feature, natural or man-made, that could damage or hinder the recovery of equipment
At what height are trees considered obstacles on the DZ?
35’ or higher
When is water considered an obstacle on the DZ?
4 ft deep or more, 40’ ft wide at widest point and within
1000m from any edge of the DZ
When are wires considered an obstacle on the DZ
Any wires carrying 50+ volts within 1000m from any
edge of the DZ. Coordination with power company to shut off power NLT 15 MINUTES PRIOR TO THE DROP! If power cannot be interrupted a more detailed risk assessment must be conducted.