{"id":37956,"date":"2021-11-04T10:14:01","date_gmt":"2021-11-04T10:14:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/?p=37956"},"modified":"2021-11-04T10:59:23","modified_gmt":"2021-11-04T10:59:23","slug":"uspa-malfunctions-video-series","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/uspa-malfunctions-video-series\/","title":{"rendered":"USPA Malfunctions Video Series"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The <a href=\"https:\/\/uspa.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">USPA<\/a> VR Malfunction Series has been created to help prepare jumpers around the world by giving them the best training tools available<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Some of the possible malfunctions and their solutions are presented below&#8230;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right wp-block-paragraph\"><em><strong>Videos by USPA<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Line Over<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><em>On deployment, a suspension line is on top of the canopy, causing it to look like a bowtie<\/em>.<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed-youtube wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"1  Line Over\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/d1HmyO1-Xn8?list=PL974sqq98e4OVqNcEh2OgKEhXFZOCoDaq\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Line Over <strong>Solution<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Pull the cutaway handle and immediately pull the reserve ripcord by at least 2,500 feet above the ground.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Pilot Chute in Tow<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><em>You pull your main handle but only the pilot chute comes out. The main bag does not leave the container and the container remains closed.<\/em><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed-youtube wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"2  Pilot Chute in Tow\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/nzu_QoUjy_M?list=PL974sqq98e4OVqNcEh2OgKEhXFZOCoDaq\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>PC in Tow Solution: <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Look over your shoulder and tilt slightly to one side to increase the airflow across the back of your container. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If this doesn&#8217;t work, the Skydiver\u2019s Information Manual lists two different procedures. Discuss these with your Safety and Training Advisor to determine which version you should choose. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Pull the cutaway handle and pull the reserve ripcord by at least 2,500 feet above the ground. <\/li><li>Pull the reserve ripcord by at least 2,500 feet without cutting away first. In this case, be prepared to cutaway if the main canopy deploys.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Bag Lock<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><em>Your container opens and you have line stretch but the canopy does not come out of the deployment bag.<\/em><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed-youtube wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"3  Bag Lock\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/8zYYkzqB62A?list=PL974sqq98e4OVqNcEh2OgKEhXFZOCoDaq\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Bag Lock Solution: <\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Pull the cutaway handle and immediately pull the reserve ripcord by at least 2,500 feet above the ground.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4, 5. Horse Shoe<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><em>On deployment, part of the canopy snags on your body, such as your pilot chute wrapped around your arm. The shape of your partially deployed main and lines might resemble a horseshoe.<\/em><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><em>4<\/em>. <em>Horse Shoe Clearable<\/em><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed-youtube wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"4  Horse Shoe clearable\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/AE0zxm2f6Yk?list=PL974sqq98e4OVqNcEh2OgKEhXFZOCoDaq\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><em>5. Horse Shoe UnClearable<\/em><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed-youtube wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"5  Horse Shoe unclearable\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/YGh4pS7rokU?list=PL974sqq98e4OVqNcEh2OgKEhXFZOCoDaq\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Horse Shoe Solution (both types): <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If the pilot chute and bridle is entangled with your arm, try to clear it by pointing up, allowing the flow of wind to help you clear it off your body. If the pilot chute is still packed in its pouch, try and locate it and pull it to clear the horseshoe. In either case, make no more than two attempts to clear the horseshoe malfunction, altitude permitting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If this doesn&#8217;t work, pull the cutaway handle and immediately pull the reserve ripcord by at least 2,500 feet above the ground.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6, 7 Two Out <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some possible ways the parachutes fly together might be &#8230;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Biplane<\/li><li>Side-by Side<\/li><li>Downplane<\/li><li>Entanglement<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Videos and recommended solutions&#8230;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><em>6. Biplane<\/em><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed-youtube wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"6  Two Out biplane\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/PodMf7JRsQU?list=PL974sqq98e4OVqNcEh2OgKEhXFZOCoDaq\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Two Out Biplane Solution:<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Leave the brakes stowed on the back canopy. Steer the front canopy gently using toggles or leave the brakes stowed and steer by pulling on the rear risers. Perform a Parachute Landing Fall (PLF) on landing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. <strong><em>Side-by-side<\/em><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed-youtube wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"7  Two Out side by side\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/zZPoE4ry-4w?list=PL974sqq98e4OVqNcEh2OgKEhXFZOCoDaq\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Two Out Side-by Side Solution:<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If the two canopies are not tangled, and clear separated, you may choose to cut away and fly the reserve to a safe landing. However, if they are touching, leave the brakes stowed on the smaller canopy. Steer the dominant (larger) canopy gently using toggles or leave the brakes stowed and steer by pulling on the rear risers. Perform a Parachute Landing Fall (PLF) on landing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Two Out Downplane Solution:<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Disconnect the reserve static line and pull the cutaway handle to release the main canopy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Two Out Entanglement Solution:<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Try to pull in the least inflated if you have time and ability. Perform a Parachute Landing Fall (PLF). The best advice is to avoid this complex and dangerous possibility by maintaining your gear, getting gear checks, being altitude aware, pulling on time, etc.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">8. Streamer, Endless Snivel<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><em>You deploy then see your canopy &#8220;there&#8221; but not &#8220;square&#8221; yet, just hovering above you without inflating.<\/em><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed-youtube wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"8  Streamer, Endless Snivel\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/mweIHAETmNw?list=PL974sqq98e4OVqNcEh2OgKEhXFZOCoDaq\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Streamer Solution: <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most modern canopies will take approximately five seconds to completely inflate after the deployment is started, some may take as long as 10 seconds. Altitude awareness is critical, and if the canopy is not fully inflated by 2,500 feet, pull the cutaway handle followed immediately by pulling the reserve ripcord.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">9. Torn Canopy and Broken Lines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><em>You may have a broken line, a rip in the fabric, a pilot chute entangled in the lines or other canopy damage or inconsistencies.<\/em><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed-youtube wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"9  Torn Canopy and Broken Lines\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/gS3t_MCYNV8?list=PL974sqq98e4OVqNcEh2OgKEhXFZOCoDaq\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Torn Canopy\/Broken Lines Solution: <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Go with the standard evaluation process: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>THERE ~ SQUARE ~ STEERABLE! <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Evaluate steering and stability in turns and flare. If a broken line is a steering line, you might choose to use rear risers to steer and flare instead of cutting away, depending on your experience and knowledge of that particular canopy. In general, if there is more than one broken suspension line, it is a good idea to cut away and deploy the reserve even if the canopy seems to be flying correctly. If there is a hole in the canopy that is large enough to stick your head through, or you can see sky through any sized hole in the bottom skin, cut away the main canopy and deploy the reserve.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">10. Pilot Chute Over the Nose<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><em>Your pilot chute after opening flies in front of the nose of your canopy and may even entangle in the lines.<\/em><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed-youtube wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"10  Pilot Chute Over the Nose\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/XlFgF_8NfaI?list=PL974sqq98e4OVqNcEh2OgKEhXFZOCoDaq\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Pilot Chute Over the Nose Solution: <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Go with the standard evaluation process: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>THERE ~ SQUARE ~ STEERABLE! <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Evaluate steering and stability in turns and flare.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">11. Line Twists<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><em>You deploy then experience the risers and\/or lines are twisted above your head. Sometimes you are turning as well, and on medium performance canopies, you may be spinning violently, likely with the slider up high on the lines.<\/em><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed-youtube wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"11  Line Twist\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/GEqbTMRseik?list=PL974sqq98e4OVqNcEh2OgKEhXFZOCoDaq\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Line Twists Solution: <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If the canopy has opened normally with no twists, but simply turns on its own, be sure both brakes are released. One toggle may have come unstowed on opening. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If the canopy is centered above your head, not spinning or diving, pull apart on the risers and kick, just like if you were in a swing in the park. You can also squeeze the risers together and untwist your body underneath, as if you were wringing something out. Keep looking at your altitude to gauge the amount of time you have to try and fix this, with your decision altitude in mind. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If the canopy is spinning, diving, and you are not oriented underneath it, pull the cutaway handle followed immediately by pulling the reserve ripcord by at least 2,500 feet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">12. Wingsuit Line Twist<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><em>Line twist while flying a wingsuit is similar to experiencing line twist on any non-wingsuited skydive. <\/em><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><em>The difference is in the forward throw of the jumper during the deployment, due to the inflating parachute slowing down the forward speed as well as the descent rate of the wingsuit jumper. Depending on the design of the wingsuit, it might not be possible for the jumper to reach the risers until the arms of the wingsuit are unzipped.<\/em><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed-youtube wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"12  Wingsuit Line Twist\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/1kWMUdUOW8U?list=PL974sqq98e4OVqNcEh2OgKEhXFZOCoDaq\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Wingsuit Line Twist <strong>Solution: <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After inflation of the main canopy, if line twist exists and the canopy is spinning, it may not be possible to clear the line twist. If the wingsuit arms restrict movement to the point where the risers cannot be reached, unzip the wingsuit arms. Work to clear the twists either by spreading the risers, or pushing them together and twisting them in the appropriate direction. If the twists cannot be cleared by your decision altitude, collapse the leg wings by putting your feet and knees together, cutaway and pull the reserve ripcord.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right wp-block-paragraph\"><em><strong>Videos by <a href=\"https:\/\/uspa.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">USPA<\/a><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Malfunction Series Creation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\ude4f \ud83d\ude4f USPA would like to give special thanks to those that made this Malfunction series possible:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Test Jumpers: Jay Stokes, JC Coldren, Will Kitto (wingsuit video) <\/li><li>Riggers: Jay Stokes, Carmen Villamil &#8211; VGE Rigging, Sandy Reid &#8211; Rigging Innovations <\/li><li>Gear: <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/rigginginnovations.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Rigging Innovations<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/squirrel.ws\/\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Squirrel<\/a> <\/li><li>Drop Zones: <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.skydiveaz.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Skydive Arizona<\/a>, <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/skydiveperris.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Skydive Perris<\/a> (wingsuit video)<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><em>Disclaimer: These videos were produced using highly skilled, highly trained professionals jumping canopies that were packed by an FAA Master Rigger intentionally configuring the openings to demonstrate some of the more common malfunctions solely for the purpose of providing these training aids. USPA provides guidance for handling these situations based on input from the industry and from historical accounts. Your specific experience and procedures may vary based on gear, preference, training, instructor guidance or other factors.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Further safety articles:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/AA-sergey-aleseevich-Ffracoon-bad-landing-crop-WEB.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-38008\" width=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/AA-sergey-aleseevich-Ffracoon-bad-landing-crop-WEB.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/AA-sergey-aleseevich-Ffracoon-bad-landing-crop-WEB-300x211.jpg 300w, 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