DBSL COMBAT EQUIPMENT

Overview Nomenclature of the Parachutist Drop Bag (PDB) Rigging the Combat Equipment for Jump operations Canopy procedures

Parachutists Drop Bag (PDB) Provides a streamlined container for equipment to be jumped in

Parachutist Drop Bag (PDB) Single Point Release System Connects PDB to upper rings

Parachutist Drop Bag (PDB) Lowering Line Connects to right side lower ring or G-Strap Shoulder straps Tighten down when you get “Stand Up” Adjustment Straps Tighten and stow excess after EVERY Jump Center Equipment in Bag Keep weight close to body and as high as possible

Rigging for CE Jump Weapon Sling over left shoulder Tie to the most comfortable loop with 80lb cotton webbing Sling goes under shoulder strap and over Chest Strap Twist so magazine is to the rear and sling routes over the for stock Route waist band over the weapon and under main lift web

Rigging in Aircraft Secure PDB on the deck in front of you Jumpmaster will signal first pass to rig equipment at approximately 10 minutes Pick PDB up set it on the seat Legs through the shoulder straps Hook up the lowering line to lower right ring Connect Equipment attaching hooks to middle upper rings Wait for a Instructor inspection before sitting down Approximately 6 minutes Jumpmaster will start Jump Commands

Rigging in Aircraft Stand Up Hook Up Check Static-lines Stand, Check pins and hand jumper static line snap-hook Hook Up Snap-hook facing skin of aircraft Check Static-lines Check routing and insure “Hooked UP” Check Equipment Tighten shoulder straps and check all connection points Sound Off For Equipment Check Pass thumbs up to Jump Master from last to first jumper

After Exit Under Canopy Hold body position as canopy starts to open Gain control of canopy Under Canopy When on final approach to landing Check lowering line Lower equipment

Questions?

Review Q. Where should weight be positioned in the PDB?

Review A. Close to the body and as high as possible

Summary Nomenclature of the Parachutist Drop Bag (PDB) Rigging the Combat Equipment for Jump operations Canopy procedures