Completed FITP
Overview
An Instructor must successfully complete the Level I Instructor Course in order to be allowed to conduct sessions inside the wind tunnel in accordance with the Instructor Level I duties. Use the selectable video links above to view some of the skills taught within the training course.
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Pre-requisites
Prior to begining the training for being able to conduct level 1 tunnel sessions, each candidate must be able to identify them as over the age of 18 and pass the physical test. Once the training begins, a candidate must successfully pass each element of the level 1 instructor course before being awarded this check box.
Objectives
The primary objective is for candidates to complete the level 1 instructor course successfully and be able to work at a facility, operating under the guidlines of the instructor course and conduct tunnel sessions flying new first time flyer participants and also skydiver and returning flyer groups.
Preparation
Candidates that wish to complete the level 1 instructor course and receive the rating which allows them to handle first time flyer and basic skydiver groups will need to both mentally and physically prepare themselves. The course is a demanding program that covers a lot of material in a short space of time. It is preferred that candidates have some personal tunnel flying experience, this will only help when it is time to understand how the body acts in the wind. Knowing how to control yourself and maneuver will give you an advantage when beginning the program. If you understand the characteristics of the airflow and what happens when it meets a specific body pitch or body position will again be advantageous to you as many portions of the course will focus on the "what happens when a student does this..."
Technique and Drills
Basic
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Advanced
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