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Record 1 2019-10-22

English

Subject field(s)
  • Skydiving, Paragliding and Hang Gliding
  • Security Devices
DEF

A last-minute safety check performed before the parachutist boards the aircraft.

CONT

Five minutes out, the spotter … raises his hand, wordlessly calling for a "pin check." Each man executes a final multipoint equipment check of his jump partner.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Parachutisme, parapente et deltaplane
  • Dispositifs de sécurité
CONT

[...] chaque pompier effectue une dernière vérification de l'équipement de son coéquipier.

Spanish

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