What are the types of parachutist badges?

What are the types of parachutist badges?

• A. Static-Line. Advanced Static-Line, Military Free Fall, Advanced Military Free Fall
• B. Static-Line only
• C. Military Free Fall only
• D. Advanced Free Fall badge only

Answer: (A)

Parachutist badges distinguish both how the jump is performed and the level of qualification. There are two main methods: static-line jumps, where the parachute deploys automatically from a line attached to the aircraft, usually used for initial training and qualification; and military free fall, where the jumper exits and free-falls before deploying the parachute, used for more advanced operations. Each method has a basic and an advanced version, making four badges in total: static-line, advanced static-line, military free fall, and advanced military free fall. The advanced versions reflect additional experience and requirements beyond the basics, such as more jumps, night operations, or other criteria, signaling higher proficiency.

Parachutist badges distinguish both how the jump is performed and the level of qualification. There are two main methods: static-line jumps, where the parachute deploys automatically from a line attached to the aircraft, usually used for initial training and qualification; and military free fall, where the jumper exits and free-falls before deploying the parachute, used for more advanced operations. Each method has a basic and an advanced version, making four badges in total: static-line, advanced static-line, military free fall, and advanced military free fall. The advanced versions reflect additional experience and requirements beyond the basics, such as more jumps, night operations, or other criteria, signaling higher proficiency.