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What is a this type of canopy-focused jump and what are safety considerations

 

 

What is Hop-and-Pop?

A hop-in-pop is a dive wherein the jumper deploys his main soon after exiting the plane. Hop-in-pops are difficulty done at a lower altitude; but jumpers may also sometimes deploy at full altitude in order to enjoy a long canopy descent. Or, to participate in a cross-country jump.

 

Body Position at Exit:

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Skill Level Necessary:

Hop-in-pops are a part of a student skydiver’s training program. Skydivers of all skill levels should feel comfortable exiting the plane at a lower altitude than expected in case of emergency. Hop-in-pops help jumpers prepare for this emergency scenario.

At a higher level – hop-in-pops are often utilized by jumpers either practicing canopy skills – or jumpers focusing on swooping.

What are Safety Considerations?

It is important to wait a sufficient amount of time after exiting the plane to deploy. This is true for two reasons: 1.) there is a danger of the pilot chute being thrown back in the plane or getting caught on the plane (which could have catastrophic results;) 2.) the jumper wants to get sufficient speed for the canopy to deploy correctly.

It is also important the pilot is aware that someone is getting out a lower altitude. Problems can occur when the airplane does not slow down and the jumper exits – including the possibility that the jumper will be struck by a portion of the aircraft at exit.

 

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