What altitude must jumpers avoid spiraling below while under canopy?

• A. 500 feet AGL
• B. 1,000 feet AGL
• C. 1,200 feet AGL
• D. 1,500 feet AGL

Answer: (B)

Jumpers must avoid spiraling below 1,000 feet above ground level (AGL) while under canopy because descending below this altitude increases the risk of not being able to recover a stable descent in time to safely land. At altitudes below 1,000 feet, jumpers have limited time to react to any malfunctions or undesirable situations, which heightens the likelihood of accidents. This safety margin is critical to ensure that jumpers maintain control over their descent and have sufficient altitude to execute necessary recovery actions, such as performing a proper landing maneuver or using the reserve parachute if needed. Therefore, maintaining altitude above 1,000 feet AGL is essential for ensuring safety while under canopy.