How To Jump Out Of a Perfectly Good Airplane

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How To, Jump Out Of a Perfectly Good Airplane Having proper technique when jumping out of an airplane, can be the difference between a good jump, and a lousy jump. You will want to remember a few key things, to make for a successful jump. First you want to make sure you have a proper exit, as well as proper body position. Once your parachute is open, you will want to check your canopy, as well as gain canopy control. As you approach the ground you will want to maintain a good prepare to land attitude with you feet and knees together, the next thing to do is land, not always the most graceful thing, but any jump you walk away from is a fantastic jump. Pre jump is the most crucial part of the jump. It’s the last time you will be able to practice everything that will take place in the airplane, as well as in the air. It’s your last chance to practice parachute landing falls or “PLF’s” as well as check all of your equipment. As the saying goes “You rigged it, you ride it.” So checking your equipment is a definite must. Once on the plane, there is no turning back, and when that green light turns on you go. As you see the green light turn on, you will start to make your way to the door in a steady manner. As you reach the door, you will turn into it and jump straight out, being sure not to turn your body into the wind. You will want to maintain a constant, tight body position by keeping your feet and knees together chin on your chest. You do this to avoid the risers from burning your neck as your parachute opens. Once you feel the opening shock of your parachute, you will immediately look up and inspect your canopy to make sure it’s fully opened, and not damaged in any way. You will then gain canopy control by reaching up high, and grasping both the front and rear set of risers. Once you have canopy control, you want to keep a sharp lookout for other jumpers, during

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