Prepare specified theoretical knowledge and flight training requirements for PICs in skydiving operations

In light of the nature of skydiving operations, the rating requirements for the pilot who acts as PIC on skydiving flights are light. Skydiving activity is comparable to carrying passengers, which requires, among other things, more attention to detail in topics associated with loading and CG management than in normal sport aviation. For instance, specified theoretical knowledge and flight training curricula exist for glider towing-ratings.

The Safety Investigation Authority, Finland recommends that the European Aviation Safety Agency prepare specified theoretical knowledge and flight training requirements for pilots-in-command in skydiving operations. A pilot must have to complete a separate type-specific skill test in order to obtain a jump pilot rating. The training and the skill test required for a jump pilot rating must take into account aircraft-specific characteristics and their impact on safe skydiving operations.

In light of the nature of skydiving operations, the rating requirements for the pilot who acts as PIC on skydiving flights are light. Skydiving activity is comparable to carrying passengers, which requires, among other things, more attention to detail in topics associated with loading and CG management than in normal sport aviation. For instance, specified theoretical knowledge and flight training curricula exist for glider towing-ratings.