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SKY ART [2 records]

Record 1 2012-03-09

English

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

The art/science of placing the aircraft from which you exit into a position in the sky(the spot) such that once you have landed you can pack and jump again, without having to first hitch a lift back to the DZ [drop zone].

CONT

Spotting teaches you how to maneuver the plane over the desired exit point.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Parachutisme, parapente et deltaplane
CONT

Un des facteurs de sécurité est la détermination du point de lancement, c'est-à-dire de l'endroit où le parachutiste doit quitter l'avion pour rejoindre son aire d'atterrissage.

CONT

Préparation du saut : Équipement du parachutiste, méthode pratique de détermination du point de lancement, règles de sécurité concernant l'abandon de l'avion (pour différents types d'appareils).

CONT

Il serait responsable de la détermination du point de largage et sauterait en premier.

Spanish

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Record 2 2006-02-06

English

Subject field(s)
  • Names of Events
  • Sports (General)
OBS

Celebration 2010-February 1-28. The Whistler Arts Festival is a month-long celebration of arts and culture featuring concerts, art and photography exhibitions, film screenings, literary arts and outdoor performances.... The festival celebrates local culture and heritage in the Sea to Sky region and showcases Canadian talent in support of the 2010 Winter Olympic and Paralympic Games.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Noms de manifestations et d'activités diverses
  • Sports (Généralités)

Spanish

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