Lesson 2: Parachuting 101 - The Skydiver's Guide to Not Crashing
By now, you should be familiar with the basics of falling. You're probably still alive, and that's great!
Today, we'll be covering the finer points of parachuting. You know, the art of slowing down your descent from 10,000 feet in the air without turning into a pancake.
First off, make sure you've got your gear in order:
- Parachute
- Altitude meter
- Thermals (optional)
You know, it's not just about the equipment. You've also got to have some serious skills:
- Parachuting license
- Basic physics
And don't even get us started on the art of navigation:
- Air currents
- Thermal lifters
Now, let's move on to some advanced topics: