Learn To Skydive : Accelerated Freefall
Accelerated freefall training is the focus of this installment of our go skydiving guide.
Accelerated freefall – or AFF – training is method of parachute instruction intended to get novices jumping in freefall in the quickest possible time. It costs more than other forms of skydiving training, but for people who aim to become regular skydivers will need undertake an AFF course, although they may choose to do tandem or static line jumping, or both, before starting AFF.
AFF training’s first stage is instruction on the ground. Normally, this takes roughly 6-8 hours. These demonstrations and lectures will cover topics such as exiting the plane, positioning your body, deploying and steering the parachute, and landing.
This initial theoretical training is followed by a jump. An instructor will exit the plane with each student. But unlike tandem jumping, the attachment is not a harness but just a grip by the wrist or hand.
The instructor guides you so that you’re able and ready to deploy your parachute at the proper time and can land safely on your own. If necessary, in case of any problems arising, the instructor can open your parachute for you.
The instructor can use pre-determined sets of hand signals or two-way radio (usually the helmets will have radios) to communicate with the student. Any problems or concerns should be immediately communicated. The instructor will observe the student throughout the jump and provide advice afterwards that can be used to improve technique.
Following a few more jumps, there could be additional on-ground classes to address more advanced skills. Dedicated trainees usually gain experience, knowledge and skills quickly. They can qualify for a skydiving license after as few as eight assisted jumps and 10 solo skydives.
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