Poynter D. Parachuting: The Skydiver's Handbook

Fifth Edition Completely Revised. — Santa Barbara: Para Publishing, 1989. — 456 p. — ISBN 0-915516-65-9.Whenever a person leaves the ground, he or she risks injury or even death. Whether to accept or reject this risk and its accompanying challenge must be a personal decision; one must weigh the risk and the reward. This book is designed to promote safety through education. This is not a do-it-yourself text. The information contained here is intended as an introduction to the sport and as a source of reference. After reading this book, visit one or more of the firms listed herein for further information and instruction. This book is designed to provide accurate and authoritative information in regard to the subject matter covered. It is not the purpose of this manual to reprint all the information that is otherwise available, but to complement, amplify and supplement other courses and texts. For more information, see the many references in the Appendix.Jump? - Out of an Airplane?
Your First Jump
History of Parachuting
Parachuting Emergencies
Your Freefall Progression
Your Canopy Progression
Parachuting Equipment
Specialized Jumping
Advancement in Parachuting
Appendix
Resources
Glossary/Index