General Studies Test Flashcards
A JM refresher must be delivered by______? And ________ is not authorized.
- Must be delivered by current/qualified JM & DZSO
- Rotary wing AC are not authorized.
What do you need to maintain Jumpmaster Currency?
- JM Currency: Current static line jumper and…
- 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)
• If a senior-rated or master-rated parachutist, performed duty as a safety on military, high-performance fixed-wing aircraft within 180 days
Who can run a Basic Airborne refresher?
- NCOIC will be current & qualified JM, in the rank of E-6 or above. Other instructors can be current and qualified JM of any rank.
- Senior or Master Rated parachutist preferred, but not required.
JM Team Qualifications: Airborne Commander
E-7 OR above. Current JM, Graduate of SOF JM Course or SOF Refresher, 2x Safety, 2x AJM
JM Team Qualifications: Primary Jump Master
E-5 and above, Current JM, Graduate of SOF JM Course or SOF Refresher, 2x Safety, 2x AJM
What are the DACO qualifications?
• Officer, Warrant Officer, or NCO in the grade of E-5 or
above
• Be a current and qualified Jumpmaster
• Have performed the duties as an assistant DACO at
least once
When will medical personnel report to the DZ
Medical support will be in place on DZ NLT one
hour prior to TOT
When will the Flash report be submitted?
Submit Flash Report to higher HQs within 1 hour following the ABN Operation (Universal Flash Report System) and to USASOC/DCS/G3 within 24 hours.
Drop zone party consists of what at a minimum?
DZSO and ADZSO when required
- Medical personnel
- Malfunction Officer or NCO (IAW AR 59-4)
ALL MUST BE PRESENT FOR JUMP
When will the DZSO contact range control to open the DZ?
Open DZ with Range Control 1 hour prior to TOT
What are the surface wind limitations for CDS?
20 knots for CDS using G-14 parachutes
When will the DZ Be set up for an airborne operation?
ONE HOUR PRIOR TO TOT
ADZSO is required when?
- Two separate wind readings are required on the DZ.
- Multiple A/C are utilized in the airborne operation
• When DZ portion used is more than 2100 meters in length or with a 20-second exit time
what are the requirements to be a DZSO
Must be in the rank of E-5 or above (or other service
equivalent NCO)
• Must be a qualified and current SLJM
• Graduates of a SOF JM Course/JM Refresher Course
(GMRS/VIRS)
- Be a qualified and current DZSO\DZSTL
- Performed duties of the DZSO\DZSTL or attended a DZSO refresher within the preceding 180 days
What are the requirements for a Water Drop Zone.
Must be a minimum of 10 feet with no underwater
obstructions
The surface must be free of floating debris or moored craft
No protruding boulders, stumps, pilings, or other hazards
What is the maximum allowable surface wind for water drops?
17 knots
What is the maximum allowable surface wind for personnel?
13 knots
What is the minimum water depth for a water drop zone?
Must be a minimum of 10 feet deep with no underwater obstructions.
(VIRS) how far are the flanker and far panels from the PI
200 and 500 meters.
(GMRS) how far is the flanker panel from the alignment panel?
150M
(GMRS) How far is your approach panel from your corner panel
50M
What does WSVC stand for
Wind Stream Vector Count
What is the Optimum drop speed for a C-17/130?
130 to 135 knots
What is the Optimum drop speed for a CH-47?
90 knots
What is the Optimum drop speed for a UH-60?
70 knots
(CARP) how many meters are the flanker lights from the PI?
located 250m
left and right abeam the PI
What angle can the VS-17 panel be employed at?
45 Degree Angle
What does VIRS stand for?
VERBALLY INITIATED RELEASE SYSTEM
What does GMRS stand for?
GROUND MARKING RELEASE SYSTEM
What does CARP stand for?
COMPUTED AIR RELEASE POINT
JM Team Qualifications: Assistant JM
E-4 and above. Current JM, Graduate of SOF JM Course or SOF Refresher, 2x Safety,
JM Team Qualifications: Safety
E-4 and above. Current JM, Graduate of SOF JM Course or SOF Refresher,
When do JM duties begin?
•All JM duties begin immediately upon notification.
Regardless of rank, ______/______is under the command of PJM.
AJM/Safety
Don’t sacrifice ________ to meet a timeline or to conduct the airborne operation.
safety standard
ABN CDR & PJM can delegate ______ but cannot delegate _____
•ABN CDR & PJM can delegate authority but cannot delegate responsibility
What are the Safety Duties in Flight?
•Assist the JM’s in safely conducting the airborne
operation
•Relocating of Jumpers on the A/C (Refusals,
Unsafe, Sick).
•Begin checking static‐lines at command “hook‐
up.”
•Control static lines during exit procedures.
•Visually check for towed jumpers.
•Retrieve static line and deployment bags.
•Control personnel and equipment remaining on
the A/C.
What are the three high performance aircraft?
C-130, C-17, C-27J
a high performance aircraft is defined as?
a fixed-wing aircraft with a drop speed of 125 Knots Indicated Airspeed (KIAS) or greater.
They have the ability to determine the airdrop release point (CARP) by a member of the aircrew (navigator) and must be able to exit
paratroopers out of a troop door using either ADEPT option two or MASS Exit procedures.
____ A/C are not considered High Performance.
Rotary-wing
MC-6 Minimum Drop Altitudes Peacetime?
1250’ AGL for Basic Airborne Training MC-6 / T-11R
1000’ AGL for Planning Purposes
800’ AGL for Tactical training MC-6
475’ AGL combat considerations
Rotary Wing A/C, MC-6 Minimum Drop Altitudes
Peacetime
Rotary Wing A/C: >/= 90 KIAS (CH-47)
1250’ AGL
• Rotary Wing A/C: < 90 KIAS (UH-60)
1500’ AGL