Safety and Training
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There is a direct relationship between your knowledge, skill and attitude and skydiving safety. Safety should be your #1 priority and this is the place to grow in all three of those areas.

6,253 topics in this forum

  1. My Cutaway: Should I have?   1 2

    By keleetz,
    • 35 replies
    • 11,440 views

  2. Do we need AFFIC improvement at this time?   1 2

    By popsjumper,
    • 42 replies
    • 7,303 views

  3. AFF Training Aids  

    By Deisel,
    • 0 replies
    • 1,298 views

  4. pilot chute in tow procedure   1 2

    By joebrunning,
    • 40 replies
    • 10,934 views

  5. Coach Jump Definition   1 2

    By MakeItHappen,
    • 35 replies
    • 13,204 views

  6. what kind of stuff can you do on AFF solo jumps?   1 2

    By chemist,
    • 49 replies
    • 6,823 views

  7. Gym training for skydiving,base jumping and wingsuiting.  

    By Talldarknkiwi,
    • 23 replies
    • 11,937 views

  8. Students jumping at different DZ's (Semi long post)   1 2

    By cashflow,
    • 28 replies
    • 9,244 views

  9. Old-Style Static Line Training  

    By ripcord4,
    • 5 replies
    • 3,363 views

  10. Hard Deck for C's and D's   1 2 3 4 5

    By Douggarr,
    • 115 replies
    • 21,535 views

  11. Tips on improving arching, mainly legs  

    By Caipirinha,
    • 21 replies
    • 10,031 views

  12. Packing rating and Coaching  

    By Keithor,
    • 1 reply
    • 2,077 views

  13. Thoughts on No flaps or No cuts for H&P ??   1 2

    By stayhigh,
    • 25 replies
    • 10,779 views

  14. Exit order for tracking groups   1 2

    By giffnyc,
    • 42 replies
    • 14,224 views

  15. Hook knife training   1 2

    By unkulunkulu,
    • 33 replies
    • 14,132 views

  16. really need advice-long post  

    By kmg365,
    • 15 replies
    • 5,360 views

  17. What a Cutaway....  

    By CRASH1,
    • 16 replies
    • 9,875 views

  18. Looking for packing lessons in my area  

    By Safelandings,
    • 2 replies
    • 2,135 views

  19. AFF 1/2 line twist  

    By mrbang,
    • 5 replies
    • 3,614 views

  20. Small Reserves in Student/Rental Gear  

    By xijonix,
    • 7 replies
    • 3,078 views

  21. I almost died today.   1 2 3 4

    By vanessalh,
    • 86 replies
    • 22,434 views

  22. Off heading openings and line twist on tandems  

    By flipexit,
    • 14 replies
    • 5,049 views

  23. My AFF Spin Test gone horribly wrong (Video)  

    By ajctraveler,
    • 11 replies
    • 7,075 views

  24. ear safety and proper breathing   1 2

    By shailesh,
    • 27 replies
    • 15,107 views

  25. Avoiding Neck Injury  

    By ManagingPrime,
    • 19 replies
    • 12,628 views

  26. How many repairs are too many?   1 2

    By xijonix,
    • 25 replies
    • 6,443 views

  27. Breaking a bad habit?  

    By nigel99,
    • 22 replies
    • 5,995 views

  28. SCARY CUTAWAY   1 2

    By bovosh,
    • 28 replies
    • 10,189 views

  29. "Want to" verses "Need to" decisions  

    By dthames,
    • 14 replies
    • 9,007 views

  30. Reserve bridle through main riser  

    By DSE,
    • 17 replies
    • 6,674 views

  31. Dropzone for Aff in Belgium  

    By FastRodriguez,
    • 7 replies
    • 3,577 views

  32. Turning over a new leaf  

    By -Joey-,
    • 23 replies
    • 13,684 views

  33. Flight-1 Hard Deck Video  

    By ianmdrennan,
    • 9 replies
    • 3,716 views

  34. Aussie Cut Away Training Video's  

    By Sky_doggy,
    • 0 replies
    • 1,646 views

  35. Help save a life   1 2

    By TheDoctor2608,
    • 26 replies
    • 7,925 views

  36. What canopy should I buy?   1 2 3

    By -Joey-,
    • 55 replies
    • 15,670 views

  37. Brian Germain   1 2

    By NorrinRadd,
    • 30 replies
    • 9,825 views

  38. My second jump - keep hurting feet  

    By yuriythebest,
    • 6 replies
    • 3,559 views

  39. Australian Parachute Federation - "Cutaway"   1 2

    By Quagmirian,
    • 32 replies
    • 17,039 views

  40. Cam helmet bolt lost in plane  

    By potatoman,
    • 22 replies
    • 4,537 views

  41. Flatturn stall video  

    By unkulunkulu,
    • 7 replies
    • 4,213 views

  42. Question about bail  

    By GooniesKid,
    • 23 replies
    • 6,823 views

  43. Snatch Force question (related to back injury)  

    By NorrinRadd,
    • 15 replies
    • 7,173 views

  44. Rough year for aircraft already  

    By tkhayes,
    • 13 replies
    • 6,030 views

  45. Chest Strap Video  

    By PNW-chris,
    • 15 replies
    • 4,074 views

  46. Dropzones That Check Wingloading?   1 2

    By NWFlyer,
    • 32 replies
    • 9,580 views

  47. Skydiving is inherently dangerous   1 2

    By wmw999,
    • 49 replies
    • 16,739 views

  48. NEED EXPERIENCED SKYDIVERS OPINIONS - EXPERT ELICITATION  

    By BLussier,
    • 22 replies
    • 5,098 views

  49. Wisconsin: Where to get my Class A?  

    By allenw3658,
    • 13 replies
    • 3,142 views

  50. Why are high performance wings available in "large" sizes?  

    By 3mpire,
    • 16 replies
    • 5,371 views

  51. Canopy Manufacturers' Role in Rapid Downsizing   1 2 3

    By NWFlyer,
    • 55 replies
    • 11,975 views

  52. Detailed Account Of My Accident  

    By Andy_Copland,
    • 8 replies
    • 5,845 views

  53. Right seat passengers jump aircraft  

    By ChrisD,
    • 3 replies
    • 1,799 views

  54. Marking Lines on DZ Field  

    By ChrisD,
    • 15 replies
    • 4,813 views

  55. Demerit points and fines coming to an Australian DZ near you  

    By hollyrose,
    • 7 replies
    • 3,476 views

  56. Yet another newbies-with-cameras thread  

    By -Joey-,
    • 18 replies
    • 4,775 views

  57. Adam Bishop remarks Elsinore Fatality  

    By VectorBoy,
    • 5 replies
    • 7,673 views

  58. fastest METARS and TAFS  

    By skyclear.wx,
    • 3 replies
    • 2,266 views

  59. Looking Up at Deployment Time? (to minimise deceleration stress on body?)  

    By mixedup,
    • 19 replies
    • 5,762 views

  60. Statistical approach to PC in tow cutaway decision   1 2

    By unkulunkulu,
    • 40 replies
    • 7,863 views

  61. GoPros right off of student status?   1 2 3 4 12

    By Tetrahedron,
    • 295 replies
    • 18,936 views

  62. Exits with a tracking suit  

    By Mentosfresh,
    • 1 reply
    • 1,512 views

  63. Dealing with the "Crossbrace at 300 jumps" crowd.   1 2 3

    By DocPop,
    • 52 replies
    • 7,497 views

  64. CYPRES Save in the News  

    By Guest,
    • 2 replies
    • 2,045 views

  65. Dumb shit you here  

    By bucketlistpilot,
    • 12 replies
    • 4,631 views

  66. Newbie curious about currency  

    By l_ek0,
    • 7 replies
    • 2,634 views

  67. Skydiving, reported stress and physical stress   1 2

    By adamUK,
    • 43 replies
    • 15,961 views

  68. Why I don't hook up my RSL   1 2 3

    By sundevil777,
    • 62 replies
    • 12,973 views

  69. Too old for Skydiving?   1 2

    By davyvfr,
    • 29 replies
    • 17,865 views

  70. Full Stalls for USPA B license - how stalled?   1 2

    By pchapman,
    • 30 replies
    • 6,643 views

  71. Cutaway & FJC Questions  

    By davyvfr,
    • 7 replies
    • 3,072 views

  72. jump from paraglider  

    By iranianjumper,
    • 8 replies
    • 4,021 views

  73. Spotting is not a joke  

    By Deyan,
    • 7 replies
    • 3,164 views

  74. Canopy Course at Skydive Perris May 18  

    By Choppy,
    • 0 replies
    • 1,161 views

  75. New DZ for completion of AFF or no?  

    By fell4skydiving,
    • 9 replies
    • 3,527 views

  76. Canopy loading in metric countries   1 2

    By wmw999,
    • 31 replies
    • 7,708 views

  77. No Jumpsuit  

    By -Joey-,
    • 19 replies
    • 11,751 views

  78. Cameras   1 2

    By lex5150,
    • 33 replies
    • 7,981 views

  79. Guess this mal...  

    By sebinoslo,
    • 24 replies
    • 6,808 views

  80. Leg strap an inch from being detached  

    By shibu,
    • 20 replies
    • 6,092 views

  81. Stiletto 150 at 230 jumps  

    By 5kyd1vergav,
    • 2 replies
    • 2,549 views

  82. Working jumper canopy choices  

    By nigel99,
    • 11 replies
    • 4,575 views

  83. Pilot 140 to Crossfire 139 or 129?  

    By sebinoslo,
    • 13 replies
    • 12,099 views

  84. Why isn't there an AAD with adjustable firing altitude?   1 2

    By tsf,
    • 38 replies
    • 10,082 views

  85. Where can I get my A - license in Mexico?  

    By jlen,
    • 13 replies
    • 4,706 views

  86. Lesson Learned....   1 2

    By Lazarus_762,
    • 28 replies
    • 9,660 views

  87. Unusual Incident: Blinded by Condensation   1 2

    By AviationTD,
    • 26 replies
    • 8,216 views

  88. stowed slider ?'s   1 2

    By thrillstalker,
    • 42 replies
    • 13,839 views

  89. A Relic shares...  

    By patworks,
    • 1 reply
    • 1,876 views

  90. Student Training Difficulties  

    By rsb5267,
    • 12 replies
    • 5,943 views

  91. re: skydiving fatalities, why not require the manufacturers to meet the TSO?  

    By emfbowne,
    • 21 replies
    • 9,697 views

  92. The Z-hills Double Fatal Speculation Thread   1 2 3 4 7

    By base283,
    • 156 replies
    • 19,332 views

  93. Jumping with sprained ankle   1 2

    By FreefallSnoopy,
    • 29 replies
    • 19,042 views

  94. Regaining currency after long break  

    By DvK,
    • 1 reply
    • 2,393 views

  95. Catching a cutaway and or free bag - Don't   1 2

    By danornan,
    • 33 replies
    • 8,588 views

  96. Nerdish review of canopy flight   1 2

    By dthames,
    • 26 replies
    • 6,859 views

  97. Best dropzone in the US for a newbie 45 jumps  

    By Jpwalker,
    • 2 replies
    • 1,904 views

  98. Best dropzone in the US for a newbie 45 jumps  

    By Jpwalker,
    • 14 replies
    • 4,418 views

  99. Private helicopter  

    By itaikanot,
    • 8 replies
    • 5,752 views

  100. Video - near collision, how to avoid?  

    By mcpep,
    • 19 replies
    • 5,654 views
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