Progressive Freefall Instructor (PFFI)
Introduction
This training will be completed at a clinic at a CSPA dropzone with a recognized conductor. Prerequisites include having completed the Coach 2 and either the Jump Master or Skydiving School Instructor training courses, and being certified in one. Candidates have the option of completed a pre-course module if they are not a JM or a SSI (Contact the CF_PFFI directly). Following the clinic, the PFF Instructor practical component involves jumping with student parachutists in the PFF role.
Privileges
The privileges of this rating are to:
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Conduct
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PFF training programs
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First Jump PFF jump training if SSI certified
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First Jump PFF jumps as Main Side if PFFI certified
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Supervise
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progression of PFF students and jumps
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Signoff
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practical requirements for Solo Certificate
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Certify
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Solo Checkout Jump endorsement
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Prerequisites
- Coach 2 Certified
- certified in either JM or SSI, or pre-course module
- observe 2 complete FJC within last year
- CSPA "C" CoP
- 600 jumps - recommended 800 jumps
- 6 hours accumulated freefall time - recommended 8 hours
Practical Requirements
The following practical requirements for the PFFI's portfolio must be met within 1 year of completing the training course:
- perform 25 PFF jumps; at least 10 must be in the Reserve role (suggested)
- complete the requirements of the PFFI Portfolio
Certification
Submit to CSPA:
- completed PFFI Portfolio with SSE signoff
- complete and submit GCI portfolio