1. Duties & Responsibilities of the Jumpmaster Team
My name is SFC Miller and I will be your Primary Instructor for this class. My Assistant Instructor will be SFC Curtis
REFERENCES: TC
Primary Instructor: SFC Miller
Assistant Instructor: Sgt Woods
USASOC Reg 350-2, Training – Airborne Operations
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2. Terminal Learning Objective
Action: Identify the qualifications, duties and responsibilities of the Jumpmaster Team
Conditions: In a classroom; given test material, student handbook and applicable handouts.
Standards: Identify the qualifications, duties and responsibilities of the JM team IAW TC chapters 7, 8, 9 and 10.
As a member of the Jumpmaster Committee, regardless of your rank, take responsibilities to ensure that the unit conducts a safe airborne operations and is imperative to know what is expected of you.
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3. Course Caveat
Follow TC (April 2014) and USASOC Reg (June 2017), not your Unit ASOP.
USASOC Reg. supersedes TC. If not found in USASOC Reg, refer to TC.
For this course, there is only one standard. And that standard is based off the TC and USASOC Reg
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4. ELO A ENABLING LEARNING OBJECTIVE A
Action: Discuss the JM team duties and responsibilities, composition, qualification and currency.
Conditions: In a classroom given an overview of the JM team composition, qualifications, currency requirements, a student handbook and applicable handouts.
Standards: Identify the composition, qualification and currency requirements of the JM team IAW TC and USASOC Reg
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5. Jumpmaster Duties & Responsibilities
FM Ch. 7-2.(1)
Jumpmaster Duties & Responsibilities
Duties covered during this period of instruction:
Airborne Commander
Primary Jumpmaster
Assistant Jumpmaster
Safety
Duties of the DACO and DZSO/DZSTL will be covered in subsequent class.
DACO – Departure Airfield Control Officer
DZSO – Drop Zone Safety Officer
DZSTL – Drop Zone Support Team Leader

6. JM Team Composition ABN CDR DACO PJM ADZSTL AJM DZ PARTY SAFETY
DZSTL/DZSO
PJM
MALFUNCTIONS OFFICER
MEDICAL PERSONNEL
[Ref- USASOC Reg 350-2, Pgs 10-30]
Obviously, the ABN CDR reports to the Unit Commander conducting the Airborne Operation.
Unit practice may differ in terms of reporting channels but this is typical chain.
ADZSTL
AJM
PARACHUTE DETAIL
DZ PARTY
SAFETY
*Number of PJM/AJM/Safety depends on the type of ABN OP
[Ref- USASOC Reg 350-2, Pgs 10-30]

7. JM Team Composition ABN CDR DACO* PJM ADZSTL AJM SAFETY
DZSO/DZSTL
PJM
MALFUNCTIONS OFFICER
MEDICAL PERSONNEL
Here is a color representation of what we consider JM duties on a normal operation. These personnel are required to be JMs.
NOTE: The DACO in USASOC ONLY, is not required to be a JM.
ADZSTL
AJM
PARACHUTE DETAIL
SAFETY
*In USASOC, this can be filled by a non-JM qualified soldier
[Ref- USASOC Reg 350-2, Pgs 10-30]

8. JM Team Qualifications
Rank
JM Qualified*
JM Current
Prior Experience
ABN CDR
Officers or NCO (E7 and above)
Yes No
None
Primary JM
Officers or NCO (E5 and above)
AJM (x2); Safety (x2)
Assistant JM
NCO (CPL and Above)
Safety (x2)
Safety
DZSO
Yes or CCT/STS Qualified
ADZSO (x1)
DZSTL
ADZSTL (x1)
ADZSTL
DACO
ADACO (x1)
READ THIS First:
For actual assumption of duties, each of these duties have different criteria as you can see.
To assume the duty of ABN CDR, you don’t have to be current nor have any prior experience as an ABN CDR. The only thing is the rank requirement.
Safety and Assistant Drop Zone Support TM LDR (ADZSTL) OPERATIONS are the duties that you will pull when you first graduate from this course. ?????? (YES)
NOTE: IOT be a PJM you must have first completed two AJM’s and two Safeties and be the rank of E5 or higher
*JM qualification depends on whether ABN OP is SOF or Non-SOF.
[Ref- USASOC Reg 350-2, Pgs 10-30]

9. Jumpmaster Qualification
JM Qualification: Graduate of an authorized JM Course with appropriate refresher.
Non-SOF ABNOP:
1-507 PIR/82d ABN DIV JM Course; or
SOF JM Course with Non-SOF JM Refresher
SOF ABNOP:
SOF JM Course; or
1-507 PIR/82d ABN DIV JM Course with SOF JM Refresher
READ AFTER SLIDE: To determine one’s suitability to pull jumpmaster duties, there are two things we need to know: One is qualification and the other is currency. Qualification is dependent on what unit is running the airborne operation. So, you can be JM qualified and not current, but never can you be JM current and not qualified.
[Ref- TC , Chap 7, Pg. 7-2]

10. Jumpmaster Currency JM Currency: Current jumper and…
JM or AJM or Safety duties within 180 days, or:
Completed a JM course or refresher course within 180 days
MFFJM and SLJM currency do not overlap
[Ref-TC , Chap 7, Pg 7-2]
[Ref- TC , Chap 7, Pg. 7-2]

11. ELO B ENABLING LEARNING OBJECTIVE B
Action: Discuss the Duties and Responsibilities of the Airborne Commander.
Conditions: In a classroom; given an overview of the JM team composition, qualifications, currency requirements, and applicable references.
Standards: Identify the duties and responsibilities of the Airborne Commander IAW TC chapter 7, page 7-1.
Now, we will cover the following:

12. Duties and Responsibilities of the ABN CDR
Overall Responsibility for the conduct of the ABN OP
Appoint JM Team and other key personnel
Coordinate ABN OP Briefings
Prepare ABN OPORD
Ensure Risk Assessment signed by Unit CDR
Ensure Manifest is completed
Delay or Cancel ABN OP for weather, technical or safety conditions
Ensure DZ Survey is current
Ensure S.A.T. completed
Attend (or send a rep.) Joint Mission Brief
Ensure proper uniform & equipment for ABN OP
READ AFTER SLIDE:
Like any other duty, these can be done through his subordinates.
For instance, PJM may be tasked to complete the ABN OP and coordinate the ABN OP briefings. USASOC Reg also requires JMs to assist in the risk assessment. DACO and PJM are typically tasked to complete the manifest.
But whomever actually is tasked, the ABN CDR is the one responsible to ensure that these matters are taken care of.
[Ref- USASOC Reg 350-2, Pgs 10-11]

13. ELO C ENABLING LEARNING OBJECTIVE C
Action: Discuss the JM duties and responsibilities at the unit area, departure airfield and in flight.
Conditions: In a classroom given an overview of the JM team composition, qualifications and currency requirements, and applicable references.
Standards: Identify the JM duties and responsibilities at the unit area, departure airfield and in flight IAW TC Chapters 8,9, and 10.

14. JM Duties and Responsibilities
JM duties begin immediately upon notification.
PJM may delegate authority, but not responsibility.
Not sacrifice safety for any reason.
Regardless of rank, AJM/Safety under the command of PJM.
READ THIS FIRST:
NOTE: These are the fundamental duties of a Jumpmaster in general. They begin as soon as you’re notified. The PJ, as well as the ABN CDR, DACO, DZSO, and DZSTL, can delegate authority and duties, but not responsibility. Don’t sacrifice safety standard to meet a timeline or to conduct the airborne operation. YOU ARE responsible for the jumpers’ safety. No safety checks or inspections should be ignored or skipped.
Lastly, the positional title trumps rank while you are on the JM Team.
[Ref- USASOC Reg 350-2, Pg 12]

15. JM Duties Overview Unit Area Departure Airfield In Flight
Designation Notification
Assistant’s Briefing
Operation Brief
Sustained Airborne Training
Departure Airfield
PJM/DACO Briefing
Manifest Distribution
PJM/Aircrew Initial Coordination
Aircraft Inspection
Parachute Issue
Parachute and Equipment
JMPI
Airfield Movement
Loading Aircraft
In Flight
Time Warnings
Jump Commands
Door Safety Checks
Outside Safety Checks
Towed Parachutist
Red Light Procedures
Jump Refusals
Unsafe Parachutist
Return to Airfield
The duties are broken up by the timeline and progression of the Airborne Operation. The three phases are: Unit Area, Departure Airfield and In Flight. We will go over each phase in detail.

16. JUMPMASTER DUTIES AT THE UNIT AREA

17. JM Duties at Unit Area: Designation Notification
Appointment as PJMs/AJMs/Safeties
Command Authority over Personnel and Equipment on the A/C
Initial OP Briefing
Risk Assessment
[Ref- USASOC Reg 350-2, Pg 12-13]

18. JM Duties at Unit Area: Designation Notification
Upon designation, during Initial OP Briefing the JM will receive the following:
Mission and Ground Tactical Plan
Air Movement Plan
Flight Time
Formations
Route
Direction of Flight over DZ
Drop Altitude
Code Letters
Racetracks
Emergency call signs/frequency
Tactical Cross-load Plan
Landing Plan (DZ, Drop Times, #/type of loads, type of drops)
ABN OP Timeline and Locations
Initial/Final Manifest
Operations Briefing
Sustained Airborne Training
JMPI and A/C Inspection
Transportation
Parachute Issue
Weather Decision
Aircrew/JM briefing
Load/Station/Takeoff/TOT
Type of A/C and Special Items of Equipment
A/C Tail #, Chalk # and Parking spots
[Ref- USASOC Reg 350-2, Pg 13-14]

19. JM Duties at Unit Area: Assistant’s Briefing
Upon receiving Initial OP Briefing, PJM will assign
duties to AJM and Safeties for the remainder of the
ABN OP and complete:
JM Rehearsal;
Initial Manifest;
Cross-loading (Door bundles, large equipment);
Inspect jumpers’ ID Tag/Card, rigging of equipment and containers; and
JM/Safety Kit Bag per A/C (1 kit bags per 15 jumpers)
READ 1ST NOT SLIDE: Upon receiving the Intial OP Briefing You as the PJ will assign duties to your JM Team and ensure your team does rehearsals, such as actions in the aircraft and emergency procedures to include tow jumpers, jump refusals, etc. You’re also in charge of initial manifest call, from setting the time and place to ensuring the manifest is correct during manifest call and making revisions as necessary to accommodate strap hangers and dropping jumpers who miss the call. The cross loading of equipment will also be coordinated through the PJ’s assistants to ensure equipment makes it to the jump in the event A/C changes or you end up using fewer A/C than originally planned. You will also ensure that a JM/Safety Kit Bag is in each A/C, whether you do it yourself or appoint an AJ/Safety to do it.
[Ref- TC , Chap 8, Pg. 8-2; USASOC 2-2 j(7)]

20. JM Duties at Unit Area: Assistant’s Briefing
FM Ch. 8-3
JM Duties at Unit Area: Assistant’s Briefing
JM / Safety responsible to have one JM/Safety Kit Bag per A/C. Items to be considered are:
¼” Cotton Webbing
Flashlight/headlamp (Night Ops)
Masking Tape
Harness Single Point Release
HPT Lowering Line
Retainer Bands
Extra parts for ACH and Ballistic Helmet
1 kit bags per 15 jumpers
2 Reserve Parachutes
Knife (Carried by JM/Safety)
Ear Plugs and air sickness bag
Trash Bags
READ THIS second: The extra kit bags and reserve parachutes are the only required items, however the rest are strongly recommended depending on the type of airborne operations you’re conducting and what equipment you’re using.
[Ref- TC , Chap 8, Pg. 8-2]

21. JM Duties at Unit Area: Operation Briefing
FM Ch. 8-4
JM Duties at Unit Area: Operation Briefing
After Initial Manifest, PJM will brief the ABN personnel on the details of the ABN OP. Must be done within 24 hours of TOT, “MACO Brief”
Drop Zone
Type of Aircraft
Number of Chalks
Parachute Issue
Type of Parachute
Weather Decision
Equipment and Containers
Load / Station / Takeoff Times
Length of flight
TOT
Formation of Aircraft
Direction of Flight over DZ
Drop Altitude
Wind Speed and Direction on DZ
DZ Assembly Aids and area
Turn-in Points
Medical Support Plan
Obstacles on/near DZ
Final Manifest Call
MACO STANDS for Marshaling Area Control Officer and is the responsible unit commander’s representative for the control of all participating support elements and activities in the marshaling area, which for us is the designated unit area. We use the term “MACO Brief” as the Pre-Jump Briefing portion of Sustained Airborne Training. All the details about the airborne operation that you want to know as a jumper, you will be expected to give as a Jumpmaster.
[Ref- TC , Chap 8, Pg. 8-3]

22. JM Duties at Unit Area: Sustained Airborne Training (SAT)
All personnel require sustained airborne training to rehearse basic airborne techniques within 24 hours of TOT.
Each jumper must demonstrate his/her ability to perform them; AJM/Safety must make on-the-spot corrections during SAT.
SAT includes: Jumpmaster briefing, Aircraft Mock Door Rehearsal, Pre-Jump Training, Parachute Landing Falls (USASOC Pg. 219)
Conduct mock door rehearsal with actual stick
Here at group, we use the Lateral Drift Apparatus to perform PLFs. The use of a Lateral Drift Apparatus depends on your unit’s policy, however it is not required according to USASOC reg Reference TC , Chap 8, Pg
[Ref- TC , Chap 8, Pg ]

23. JUMPMASTER DUTIES AT THE DEPARTURE AIRFIELD (DAF)

24. FM Ch. 9-1
PJM Duties at DAF
PJM/DACO Briefing: Upon arrival to the DAF, PJM/AJM will
report to DACO for an update briefing to include:
Changes to overall operation plan and station time;
Current weather and winds; and
Parking plan of A/C and coordination of transportation to the A/C (if necessary)
Manifest Distribution: Ensure the completion of final manifest
and distribute copies as follows:
DACO - 2 copies (Original plus 1 copy)
PJM – 1 copy
Parachute issue facility – 1 copy
Pilot or his representative – 1 copy
Unit suspense file – 1 copy
[Ref- TC , Chap 9, Pg. 9-1]

25. FM Ch. 9-1.c
PJM Duties at DAF
PJM/Aircrew Initial Coordination: After DACO Briefing, PJM will meet with the Aircrew and discuss:
Aircraft Configuration
Control of jump doors
Drop altitude, speed and heading
Racetracks
Towed Parachutist Procedures
Emergency actions on board
Time warnings and checkpoints
DZ Condition and Communication with DZSTL
Load/Station/Takeoff/TOT
Aircraft Inspection: PJM accompanied by aircrew, inspects the A/C, checking the exterior and interior portions of the A/C directly related to ABN OP.
NOTE: A/C Configuration must be in accordance with the unit mission. If the aircraft is configured wrong, the requesting unit can accept or reject it. For example, if the unit requested for both doors to be open but one is inoperative, you have the option of continuing the mission using one door, or abort. For single door operations, one door may be used for personnel drop, but if the other door is open, it must be manned by a current JM.
[Ref- TC , Chap 9, Pg. 9-2]

26. PJM Duties at DAF Jumpmaster Personnel Inspection: Airfield Movement:
FM Ch. 9-1.c
PJM Duties at DAF
Jumpmaster Personnel Inspection:
Is a command responsibility and cannot be delegated.
Observe and supervise AJM/Safeties conducting the JMPI. Personally conduct only to meet Station Time.
JM’s not designated as AJM/Safeties for the ABN OP will not perform any JM duties.
Life Preserver Unit (LPU) is required when there is a water obstacle within 1 km of the DZ. (“water obstacle” = “Any body of water with length and width more than 40 feet and a depth of 4 feet or more”)
Airfield Movement:
Coordinate with DACO for permission to cross the airfield
Keep jumpers in close formation.
Cross active runways at authorized crossing points.
Loading Aircraft: With the Safeties, load the troops in reverse chalk order.
[Ref-Reg 350-2, Pg 14-15]
[Ref- USASOC Reg 350-2, Pgs 14-15]

27. AJM/Safety Duties at DAF Parachute Issue:
FM Ch. 9-2
AJM/Safety
Duties at DAF
Parachute Issue:
AJM and Safeties will supervise the parachute issue.
Must draw two reserve parachutes and extra aviator kit bags (1 kit bags per 15 jumpers) for the D-Bags.
DAF Layout Inspection: AJM and Safeties will inspect all air items, combat equipment and airdrop containers for proper rigging before donning/loading on to the A/C.
Parachute and Equipment: Ensure that all jumpers use the buddy system when donning parachutes and equipment (NET 1 hour before Load time)
Everything going on the aircraft gets inspected by the AJ & Safeties.
NOTE: If you help someone don their equipment, you cannot JMPI them. [Ref-TC , Chap 9, Pg ]
[Ref- TC , Chap 9, Pg ]

28. AJM/Safety Duties at DAF
FM Ch. 9-2
AJM/Safety
Duties at DAF
Final DACO Coordination (if PJM directs): Report to DACO for any special or last minute instructions.
JMPI: The Primary JM, AJ’s, and Safeties Conduct JMPI and assist in rigging, inspection, and correcting deficiencies as directed by PJM.
Everything going on the aircraft gets inspected by the AJ & Safeties.
NOTE: If you help someone don their equipment, you cannot JMPI them. [Ref-TC , Chap 9, Pg ]
[Ref- TC , Chap 9, Pg ]

29. JUMPMASTER DUTIES IN FLIGHT

30. JM Duties in Flight General
FM Ch. 10-1
JM Duties in Flight General
JM must:
Never sacrifice safety for any reason.
Rehearse JM procedures on the ground.
Hook up before opening jump door(s) or ramp.
Face the open door or tailgate when in flight.
Maintain a firm handhold on the aircraft when working.
Do not allow anyone near an open jump door without a helmet and safety harness or parachute.
JM is the final authority in the aircraft when it comes to releasing jumpers. If the ABN CDR says drop and you think it’s unsafe, it’s your call. Just be prepared to backup your call with proof if you go against the ABN CDR.
JM will conduct rehearsals for actions in the aircraft with his JM team. This will be done in the mock-up following SAT.
NOTE: Never put your back to an open door. Facing an open door is maintaining control of it. Open doors must be in control of a current JM at all times.
[Ref- TC , Chap 10, Pg. 10-1]

31. JM Duties in Flight PJM/AJM Duties
FM Ch. 10-3
JM Duties in Flight PJM/AJM Duties
Enforce flight rules and regulations.
Issue time warnings and jump commands.
Perform door safety checks.
Perform outside air safety checks.
Cancel drop if unsafe conditions exists.
Control the exit of all jumpers:
Red Light Procedure
Jump Refusal
Unsafe Jumper
Evaluate towed jumper and relay to the pilot whether to cut or retrieve jumper.
Eject door bundles.
Perform in-flight rigging mission (if required)
NOTE: you can’t cancel an airborne operation, but you can cancel a drop.
[Ref- TC , Chap 10, Pg. 10-2]

32. JM Duties in Flight: Safety Duties
FM Ch. 10-3
JM Duties in Flight: Safety Duties
Jumper’s Condition (Health, Coherence).
Relocating of Jumpers on the A/C (Refusals, Unsafe).
Wear authorized helmet and approved Army Emergency Bailout Parachute (AEBP) on all fixed wing A/C.
Assist the JM during operation at open door/ramp.
Check routing and proper bite of static lines
Control static lines during exit procedures. (CARP)
Visually check for towed jumpers.
Retrieve static line and deployment bags.
Control personnel and equipment remaining on A/C.
Turn over control of personnel/equipment to DACO at DAF.
Assist with in-flight rigging (if required).
READ Last :As a safety you’ll be assisting the PJ and AJs as soon as you get that 20 minute warning. If you’re controlling static lines during exit procedures, you’ll also gain positive control of the Jumpmaster’s static line as he does his door safety checks and outside air safety checks. If you’re the safety working at the nose of the A/C you’ll also inspect static lines during static line hook up procedures. All jumper’s static lines must be inspected by a JM or safety.
As a safety you don’t jump. After the last jumper you check for towed jumpers. once clear, turn the door over to the Aircrew/Loadmaster. Get all the D-bags back in the aircraft, detach static lines and stow it all in the extra kit bags you brought as part of the JM/Safety Kit. Upon return to DAF, All air items left on the aircraft get turned in to the rigger shed, and all personnel to include jump refusals will be briefed to the DACO
[Ref- TC , Chap 10, Pg. 10-1]

33. Check on Learning
1. What is the qualification for assuming the PJM duty in a SOF ABN OP?
E-5, Current JM, Graduate of SOF JM Course or SOF Refresher, 2x Safety, 2x AJM . USASOC Reg CH.2 Pg.12

34. Check on Learning
2. Who can delay or cancel an ABN OP for weather, technical issue or safety?
Airborne Commander (USASOC REG CH. 2 Pg. 9)

35. Check on Learning 3. Who can JMPI the jumpers during an ABN OP?
The Primary JM, AJ’s, and Safeties (USASOC REG CH. 2 Pg. 14)

36. Summary JM Team Compositions and Qualifications
JM Team Positional Duties
Duties during the Three Phases of ABN OP
Unit Area
Departure Airfield
In Flight

37. Questions?