This course will instill the fundamental habits of safer, controlled canopy flying that you can build upon for years to come. We will focus on advanced canopy control, active flying, and awareness.
The Big OnesGet Video of Your Landings. There's no better way to learn what you're doing (both right and wrong) than to see it from an outside perspective. ... Get Canopy Coaching. ... Stay Current. ... Practice Your PLFs. ... Toggle Stalls. ... Rear-Riser Stalls. ... The Sweet-Spot Drill. ... Rear-Riser Turns.More items...•Feb 4, 2019
The usual recommended lifespan is 500 to 1000 jumps or 10 years, whichever comes first. A well maintained canopy may last well for 2000+ jumps. I've jumped chutes that had been used hundreds of times.
0:132:51The landing flare - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipAlways start your flair under a level wing. This means turning high enough to be able to level outMoreAlways start your flair under a level wing. This means turning high enough to be able to level out before beginning your flair maintain your airspeed by keeping your arms up until it's time to flair.