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The following is a list of abbreviations and acronyms 

commonly used and relate specifically to this feature:

AGL—(Above Ground Level) indicates the altitude 
measurement.

CD—(Canopy Drift) measured while the parachute is 
open.

DIP—(Desired Impact Point) describes the location 
where landing should occur.

Drop Altitude—measures the altitude when the 
jumpmaster exits the aircraft, measured in AGL.

DZ—(Drop Zone) describes the area where the 
landing should occur.

—(Drop Zone Support Team Leader) defines 

the individual in charge at the drop zone.

—(Free Fall Drift) defines the distance traveled 

before the parachute is open.

Forward Throw Horizontal—describes the distance 
traveled forward due to aircraft speed.

—defines the wind drag values for 

parachutes.

HAHO—(High Altitude High Opening) describes a 
type of jump.

HALO—(High Altitude Low Opening) describes a 
type of jump.

HARP—(High Altitude Release Point) describes the 
location at which the jumper exits from aircraft.

—(Mean Sea Level) defines the basis for altitude 

measure.

Opening Altitude—describes the altitude when the 
jumpmaster opens his chute, measured in AGL.

—(Primary Release Point) defines the 

combination of HARP plus the forward throw of 
aircraft. 

Static Jump—describes a type of jump in which 
wind speed and direction are assumed constant for the 
duration of the jump.

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