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Qualifications, Limitations and Currency of PJ
Graduate of 82nd ABN DIV Jumpmaster Course
Graduate of another recognized JM course and successful completion of the 82nd ABN Div JM Refresher Course
SGT or above (if SGT/E5, must be advanced rated)
Qualifications, Limitations and Currency of AJ
SGT or above
Must safety twice before performing AJ duties
Qualifications, Limitations and Currency of the safety
Graduate of 82nd ABN DIV Jumpmaster Course
Graduate of another recognized JM course and successful completion of the 82nd ABN Div JM Refresher Course
SGT or above
New graduates first two duties will be
Safeties
What is ADEPT
: Alternating Door Exit Procedures for Training (Ch 5 in ASOP)
Medical Coverage/Procedures is covered in what chapter of the ASOP?
Ch 7 Medical Procedures for Airborne Operations
) Code letters for Drop Zones on Fort Bragg/Camp Mackall are
JCARS
Maximum Safe Drop Speed for Army Aircraft
CH47: 110 knots
UH60: 75 Knots
Maximum Dimensions of A-series containers:
66” (H) x 48” (D) x 30” (W)
Check Page 4-12 in ASOP for information regarding HOLLAND DZ
34 Seconds of Green Light
3220 yds in Length
J is the Code letter (for PAX)
JM TM Rehearsal NLT
ST-0315 HOURS
Manifest Call NLT
ST-0300 HOURS
SAT/Prejump NLT
ST-0245 HOURS
Mock Door TNG NLT
ST-0130 HOURS
Parachute Issue NLT
ST- 0115 HOURS
Donning of Parachutes NLT
ST- 0100 HOURS
JMPI NLT
ST- 0050 HOURS
LOAD TIME NLT
ST- 0015 HOURS
When is station time in reference to take off
normally 35 minutes prior to take off
how many time warnings are there in AF A/C
3, the twenty minute, 10 minute and 1 minute warnings
What are the minimum and maximum weights for 2, 3 and 4 strap loads when using the A-7A cargo straps? (with T-10D modified cargo parachute)
90-250 lbs: 2 strap load
251-350: 3 or 4 strap load
With what color are emergency exits outlined in AF A/C?
Yellow
How are key leaders marked during airborne operations?
Green Tape on their upper right arm
Who do you get a copy of the air route diagram from?
From the AF A/C Navigator (during JM/Pilot Brief)
What are the minimum dimensions for DZ code letters?
35’x35’
what items of equipment does the gunner of a 60mm mortar team carry
Gunner: M225 Cannon, M8 Small Base Plate, M64 Sight Assembly, M9 Beretta
what items of equipment does the ag of a 60mm mortar team carry
M170 Bipod Assembly and individual weapon
what items of equipment does the ab of a 60mm mortar team carry
Ammunition Bearer: M7 Large Base Plate, Aiming Stakes with Case, Up to 6 rds of 60mm mortar rounds and M16A1/A2 Rifle or M4 Carbine
What are the 4 major components of A21 cargo bag?
Canvas Cover
Sling Assembly with scuff pad attached
Ring Strap Group
Quick Release Assembly
At what time must the DZSO be present at the DZ?
Must be present at the drop zone, with the DZSO party, NLT 1 hour prior to drop time. If the airborne operation is a mass tactical operataion then the DZSO party must be on the DZ by the weather decision.
What type of M1950 weapons case must the M170 bipod assembly be jumped in?
60mm modified M1950 weapons case
What is the manual for DZ and LZ Operations?
AFI 13-217 (App G in ASOP)
How many yards must the HE or Pax land within the PI?
The first parachute suspended object per A/C, per pass, MUST land within 25 yds of the PPI or HEPI, for it to be a PI strike. (90% of PAX on a MASSTAC must land within the surveyed DZ for it to be considered a satisfactory ABN operation)
How many jumpers will a C17 accommodate for in-flight rigging?
100 Jumpers to include the PJM and AJM
(required an additional 8 JM within the stick)
If Rigger present, is JM authorized to change anything (like safety wire and lanyard) on the jumper’s equipment?
NO
Jumpmasters are only authorized to replace the safety wire and lanyard or retaining bands for static line stows or webbing retainers when a rigger is not present.
What does ZAR stand for?
Zone availability report
Who releases DZSO from drop zone?
Airborne CDR
(DACO should ensure the DZSO is released by ABN CDR, and then report to DACO to turn in radio, etc.)
Who is the GLO?
Ground Liaison Officer
Who is the A/DACG?
Arrival/Departure Airfield Control Group
How many degrees must the ramp of a CH47 be dropped for ABN ops?
3 degrees below horizontal
What A/C has INS (Inertial Navigation System)?
C17
Who do the 7 copies of the manifest go to?
Primary Jumpmaster
NCOIC of Parachute Issue
Unit File (S-3 Air)
A/DACG
DACO
Air Force Guide
Loadmaster
When are the 4 times an M1950 weapons case must be lowered?
- It weighs 35 pounds or more
- It contains a crew served weapon
- It is a modified M1950 weapons case
- The JM deems it too big or bulky to land with safely
What are the 4 assembly factors?
- Dispersion
- Weather
- Mission
- State of Training
On a Strike Report (AF IMT 4304), what are the 3 scoring methods for a PI strike to be recorded?
Measured
Paced
Estimated
What does SDDG stand for?
Shipper’s Declaration FOR Dangerous Goods
When conducting MC1-1D operations and the winds are gusting 7-13 knots, what should you use?
Smoke pot: 7-13 knots
Smoke grenades may be used for 0-6 knots
What are the 3 safety features of the quick release assembly for an A-series container?
Safety Fork and lanyard
Turn to unlock
Press or Strike to release
What is the planning drop speed for AF A/C?
130 knots
What is the maximum safe drop speed for a T-10D parachute?
150 knots
What are the 3 locations for parachute issue?
- Plane Side Issue
- Ramp Side Issue (Requires G3 Air Authority)
- Pax Shed Issue
When exiting A Series containers, What does a safety do at 20 min warning?
- Conduct a technical inspection
- Remove the Load Data Card
- Move the A-series container into the vicinity of the paratroop door
- Hook up the universal static line to the outboard anchor line cable
What are the 4 pertinent pieces of information that must be on a Load Data Card?
- Unit
- Chalk
- Contents
- Gross Weight
What is the title of the chapter in the ASOP that covers identification of key personnel?
Ch18 Home Station Operations
Know all markings identification of key personnel?
JM Team: Red
Key Leaders: Green
Current JMs: Yellow
Bump Personnel: White
Medics: Red Cross Brassard
What does the DZSO party consist of?
- Medical Coverage TM
o Must be led by a SGT or above, or E4 if EMT qualified
o If 500 or more jumpers, or 241 jumpers or more on one pass, a Surgeon or PA is required
- Ladder Detail
- Boat Detail
- Road Guards
o Place road guards:
 5 min prior to drop time for proficiency operations
 30 minutes prior to and after drop time for tactical ops
- Malfunctions Officer (with camera)
How many white omni-directional lights are used when marking a DZ at night?
11 white O-D lights (9 for code letter and 2 placed 250 meters abeam the PI)
Where does the amber rotating beacon go when marking a DZ at night?
1000 meters from the PI along the DZ centerline, or at the trail edge of the DZ, whichever is closer to the PI
When the polyurethane shock absorber is missing from the AT4 Jump Pack, can it be replaced with 6”x6” paper-board honey comb?
NO, the minimum is 7”x7”
T/F There are 4 Major components of the T-10D parachute?
False, there are 5
- Deployment Bag
- Canopy Assembly
- Riser Assembly
- Harness Assembly
- Pack Tray
T/F: When jumping the M240B machine gun in a SAW modified M1950 weapons case, you must secure the tab thong with the upper tie down tape?
True
How many meters out is your 30 second reference point from the DZ
2000 meters
The Jumpmaster can delegate what?
The JM can delegate AUTHORITY but not RESPONSIBILITY
T/F When jumping crew served weapons, the Upper tie down tape will be routed around the main lift web and routed below the chest strap
FALSE (Ch 9
What does STS stand for
Special Tactics Squadron
T/F The DACO is released by the ABN CDR?
FALSE, They’re released by the GLO
The JM/Pilot Brief for an airborne operation with Army A/C will be conducted how many hours prior?
24 hours prior to manifest call
T/F When exiting A-Series containers, the #1 jumper must be a current Jumpmaster?
FALSE, he must be qualified JM, but does not have to be current; #1 jumper must also be present for the JM TM Rehearsal
What is the title of appendix D of the ASOP?
Combat Techniques
How will you secure aiming stakes with case when rigging a MOLLE or ALICE Pack?
- Ensure the carrying case is free of rips, tears or holes. Ensure the lift fastener is serviceable. If it is serviceable, then it will be secured with two turns tape, pressure sensitive, adhesive olive cloth.
- Girth hitch 2 sufficient lengths of ¼ inch cotton webbing to the compression straps or around the carrying case
- Place under the closing flap of the ALICE pack or MOLLE in either direction
- Secure the ¼ “ cotton webbing to the vertical equipment hangers of the ALICE pack or MOLLE with a single or double looped bowknot
M1950 has two mandatory safety features, what are they?
½ hitch in adjusting straps
tab thong secured
T/F When exiting Army A/C, you must use at least 2 Wind Drift Indicators?
True
Can a Stinger missile jump pack be jumped as a single item of equipment?
NO, it must be rigged as a tandem load with the ALICE pack or MOLLE
T/F Load time is the latest time that a safety can inspect the AF A/C?
True
T/F: In C-17, there must be an additional 8 jumpmasters for in flight rigging?
True
T/F: The A/DACO doesn’t have to be Jumpmaster qualified?
True
T/F: All special items of equipment must be rigged NLT manifest call?
False, It SHOULD be rigged 24 hours prior to manifest call, it MUST be rigged NLT 1 hour prior to manifest call
T/F: To be qualified to jump an AT4 Jump Pack, the jumper must make 2 perfect exits from the left door 34’ tower?
False, AT4 JP would use the right door
T/F: All 28 jumpers can exit a CH47 with all special items of equipment
False
(Stinger Missile Jump Pack cannot be jumped from Army A/C)
T/F: There are 2 sets of jump caution lights in both paratroop doors of AF A/C?
True
Who are the 3 people you can get a thumbs up from during PWAC?
The other JM student in the opposite door, and both JM instructors
T/F: The PJM must be advanced rated?
False, only required to be advanced rated if SGT/E5
T/F: A-series containers can be exited from the first 3 A/C in a trail formation?
False, must be an offset trail formation
T/F: A Ladder detail is required for all airborne operations.
False, only here on Fort Bragg
How many seconds interval must be between the last MC1-1D jumper and the first T-10D jumper
2 seconds
Overall, what are the Jumpmaster’s responsibilities?
The Jumpmaster has full responsibility for all airborne personnel and Army equipment on the aircraft. The Jumpmaster is totally responsible for the conduct of the jump and matters of safety.
When do Jumpmaster duties begin?
Jumpmaster’s duties begin immediately upon notification that he is to perform as a Jumpmaster and end when he exits the aircraft.
Who is responsible for the tactical decisions?
The Jumpmaster must consult with the Airborne Commander on matters that affect the tactical scenario. The Airborne Commander is the final authority when tactical decisions must be made.
What can the Jumpmaster delegate?
The Jumpmaster can delegate authority; he cannot delegate responsibility.
. When does the Assistant Jumpmaster jump?
The Assistant Jumpmaster will always jump immediately after the last jumper in his stick.
6. When does the Primary Jumpmaster jump?
The Primary Jumpmaster will always be the last jumper, on the last pass, to exit the aircraft.
7. Do Jumpmasters have to jump when jumping from a CH-47?
Jumpmasters on Ch-47 aircraft may jump with the troops, but this is not required.
8. Do Jumpmasters jump from UH-60s?
Jumpmasters on UH-60 aircraft will not jump.
9. Do Safeties jump in peace time?
For peace time training, Safeties will not jump.
Do Safeties jump in peace time?
For peace time training, Safeties will not jump.
10. Who is the approving authority for non-jumpmaster qualified officers to assume command?
The Assistant Division Commander
11. How long do non-jumpmaster qualified Company Commanders and 1SGs have to complete the Jumpmaster Course?
60 Days.
12. How long do non-jumpmaster qualified Battalion and Brigade Commanders and CSM’s have to complete the Jumpmaster Course?
90 days.
13. What are the qualifications to execute the duties as Primary Jumpmaster?
a. Graduate of the 82nd ABN DIV Jumpmaster Course.
b. Graduate of another recognized Jumpmaster Course and successful completion of the 82nd ABN DIV Jumpmaster Refresher Course.
c. SGT or above. If a SGT, must be advance rated
17. Where are the duties of the Jumpmaster performed?
a. Unit area
b. Departure airfield
c. During flight
18. Where are the duties of the Safety performed?
a. Unit area
b. Departure airfield
c. During flight
d. After flight
Do Jumpmaster duties or Safety duties executed on Army aircraft or rotary wing aircraft count for Jumpmaster currency.
NO, Jumpmaster duties must be executed from an Air Force aircraft.
Does a current and qualified Jumpmaster transferring into the 82nd ABN DIV from within XVIII ABN Corps have to attend Jumpmaster Refresher?
NO, since they must utilize the 82nd ABN DIV ASOP
Can a current and qualified Jumpmaster who is on a “no jump” profile pull duties as a Safety?
NO, Jumpmasters on a “no jump” profile will not perform any duties as a member of the Jumpmaster Team
. Can a Commander send a current and qualified Jumpmaster to refresher for inefficiency?
YES
Can an Airborne Commander relieve member of the Jumpmaster team for inefficiency?
YES
What are the Jumpmaster, Assistant Jumpmaster and Safety requirements for in-flight rigging and partial rigging?
a. C-130: 1 Jumpmaster, 1 Assistant Jumpmaster, 2 non-jumping Safeties, 4 Jumpmaster qualified jumpers.
b. C-17: 1 Jumpmaster, 1 Assistant Jumpmaster, 2 non-jumping Safeties, 8 Jumpmaster qualified jumpers.
c. C141: 1 Jumpmaster, 1 Assistant Jumpmaster, 2 non-jumping Safeties, 10 Jumpmaster qualified jumpers.
28. What are the four phases of an Airborne Operation?
a. Marshalling Plan
b. Air Movement Plan
c. Landing Plan
d. Ground Tactical Plan
29. What does MACO stand for?
Marshalling Area Control Officer
What is a Jumpmaster packet?
A Jumpmaster packet is an expansion of the air letter. It organizes all pertinent information to the airborne operation in one concise format
31. Who must attend and what happens at the S3 Air Briefing?
a. Must be attended by the entire Jumpmaster Team and the Airborne Commander or their representative and any involved Commanders.
b. Jumpmaster team will receive the Jumpmaster packets
c. Verify all critical times, equipment, Jumpmaster team and all support taskings
d. Manifest personnel under the guidance of the Airborne Commander
32. Who is responsible for the Tactical Cross Load?
The Airborne Commander
. What is the purpose of the Jumpmaster Team Rehearsal
a. It allows the Jumpmaster to verify the competence of everyone on the team and rehearse your actions inside the aircraft.
35. When does the number 1 jumper have to attend the Jumpmaster Rehearsal?
When A-series containers are being exited from the aircraft.
36. What are the responsibilities of the Jumpmaster and Safety at Manifest Call?
Jumpmaster:
a. Verify the Manifest
b. Align personnel in chalk order IAW the tactical cross load
c. Number jumpers for easy identification
d. Mark appropriate personnel with colored tape on their upper right arm
Safety:
a. Inspect jumper’s ballistic helmets / advance combat helmets, ID card, and ID tags.
b. Assist the Jumpmaster
what is the reference for jumpmaster team qualification
82d abn div asop edition vii chapters 4,7,13,14,18
what is briefed in the s-3 air briefing
all critical times, equipment , jm team and all support taskings, manifest personnll
what is discussed in the jm team rehearsal
actons inside the aircraft, discuss sarje
what does sarje stand for
static line control, activation of the reserve parachute indise the aircraft, red/amber light procedures, jump refusal, exiting procedures
what does the jumpmaster do during manifest call
verify manifest, align personell in chalk order, number the jumpers
what does the safety do during manifest call
inspect jumpers ballistic/advanced combat helmets, id cards and id tags
what is the reference for sustained airborne training
iaw the 82nd abn div asop edition vii, chp 13
what is the reference for proper rigging
iaw 82nd abn div asop edition VII vhspter 9 and 10
what does the safety do during parachite issue
ensure adequate expendable items and water are present, draw 2 reserve parachutes, 1 aviators kit bag per 15 jimpers
where is the buddy system referenced
iaw the 82nd abn division asop edition VI chpt 13
during jmpi how many correction stations and jmpi stations should there be
1 correction 4 jmpi
what does the safety do at the 20 min time warning if exiting a a series containor
move the load near the paratroop door, inspect the load, remove the load data card, hook up the universal static line to the outboatd anchor line cable
what does the jm do at the 10 minute time warning
hook up the inboard anchor line cable, issue jump commands
what does the safety do at the ten minute time warning
assist the jm in hooking up if required, move to the forward portion of the A/C to ensure jumpers comply, correct any unsafe conditions
what will the safety do after flight
roll deployment bags and place in aviatrs kit bag, recver all army equipment and return to the daco, police the aircraft, take all jump refusals to the daco, note any unsafe acts or violations.
describe the t-10d parachute
troop back, static line deployed, rate of descent appx 23.5 ft per second, average deployment time 3.2 seconds, min safe spped 50 knots, max safe speed 150 knots
five major componets of the t-10d
deployment bag, canopy assembly, riser assembly, harness assembly, pack tray
slcp description
troop chest, emergeny type parachute
for major componets of the slcp
pilot parachute with deployment assistance device, canopy assembly, pack assembly, rip cord assembly
what is a malfunction
any discrepancy in the deployment or inflation of the parachute, which may cause any faulty,irregular, or abnormal condition, which may cause the jumpers rate f descent to increase
what are reasons of a complete malfunction
failure to deploy- broken usl, broken anchor line cable, failur to hook up, jumper being cut free from being towed or failure to inflate- streamer
what types of partial malfunctions are there
semi-inversion, squid, cigarette roll, complete inversion, damaged suspension lines, blown section or gore
what are partial malfunctions casued by
excessive aircraft speed, high power setting on aircraft engines, high angle of draft, rigger error, unsatisfactory body position
what types of entanglment are there and how are they casyed
high altitude- simultaneous exit from the aircraft, mid altitude, caused by one or more jumpers failiing to observe the third point of performance
do jm duties on a army aircraft count for currency
no
how tall must the jumper be to jump the AT-4 JP
5 feet 6 inches
what other requirments are there for the AT-4 JP
jumper must have at least 12 static line jumps from air force a/c,jumper must be talked through the 5 points of performance and lowering procedures with the AT-4JP while in the suspended harness
to remain current with the at-4 jp the jumper must what
jump once every 180 days
limitiations of the AT-4 JP
cannot be jumped from the left paratroop door of air force aircraft, canot exit from the seated position, cannot be the #1 jumper if exiting a-series container, only 12 AT-4 JP can be exited from the right door per pass