Purpose: Establish the shared plan, equipment requirements, communication, and safety expectations before any flight begins.
Coordinate with the tunnel instructor:
- Number of flyers and the skill planned for each student.
- Required instructor spotting qualification and any special assistance.
- Known wind speeds and the method for requesting adjustments.
- Length and order of each flight rotation.
Minimum student briefing:
- Empty pockets and remove jewelry or other loose articles.
- Confirm approved, fully fastened flight equipment: one-piece suit, suitable closed footwear, helmet, and goggles; gloves are optional.
- Review entrance and exit procedures.
- Explain the selected wind speed and what stability feels like on the net and higher in the chamber.
- Remain in the briefed flying orientation; do not copy a standing coach unless specifically instructed.
- If wall contact occurs, hold a strong body position and do not let the wall collapse or reshape it.
- Explain the tunnel instructor's role, spotting methods, and in-flight hand signals.
Readiness rule: Do not start the session until the student understands the safety points and the coach and tunnel instructor agree on the plan.