Category G is broken up into 3 jumps. In G1, you learn how to move forward and dock on someone. G2 has you practicing how to adjust your fall rate: falling faster and falling slower. In G3, you combine these two skills so that you can get on level with someone and then move forward and dock on them.
Exit and Freefall
Floating exits:
named for the fact that you are outside of the plane
a clear exit count is needed to achieve a simultaneous launch
the flyaway should be in the direction of line of flight
Foward movement:
initiated by extending the legs
you may bring your arms in a little or keep them neutral
you will find that your legs must be extended a little more than in the neutral body position to be able to take light grips
use the mantra: legs, grips, altitude, pressure
Adjusting fall rate:
falling faster: exaggerate your arch
falling slower: cup the sternum (imagine an angry cat or being punched in the stomach)
Canopy
Reverse turns:
performed by turning 90° one direction and then immediately turning 180° the opposite direction
by practicing reverse turns you can determine the maximum safe toggle turn rate before inducing a line twist
only perform these above 2500’ in case you do give yourself line twists
Mid-air collisions:
most frequently occur following deployment and within the landing pattern
after deployment, visually locate jumpers closest to you and then find other jumpers that were on your load
look before you turn: lower jumpers have the right of way
if you are headed towards another jumper, turn to the right
Emergency Review
Tree landings:
aim for the center
flare half-way and protect your face and upper body with your arms
keep your feet and knees together, prepared to PLF
if you are traveling slow enough, try to hold on to the trunk
Equipment
Packing is the best time to inspect your equipment for damage.
Rules and Recommendations
FAA riggers maintain and repair parachute systems
AADs must be maintained according to the manufacturer’s instructions
Spotting and Aircraft
you should know weather patterns that are unique to the area you are jumping in
approaching fronts and thunderstorms can quickly cause changes in both wind speed and direction
dust devils are mini-tornadoes that may form during days of high thermal convection activity