What must an A-licensed jumper do to regain currency after four months of inactivity?

To regain currency after four months of inactivity, an A-licensed jumper is required to make a jump under the supervision of an AFF (Accelerated Freefall) or IAD (Instructor-Assisted Deployment) instructor. This requirement is established to ensure that the jumper is up-to-date with current practices and safety protocols, as skills may deteriorate with inactivity.

Jumping under supervision allows for a safety net, where the instructor can provide guidance and assess the jumper's skills and readiness for solo jumps. This is particularly important in the context of skydiving, where maintaining skill competence is crucial for safety during jumps.

Options such as jumping alone, taking a written exam, or participating in a group jump do not satisfy the specific requirements set by the USPA for regaining currency after a period of inactivity. Jumping alone would not provide the necessary oversight, while a written exam does not address practical skill renewal. Although participating in a group jump can be beneficial for practicing social and group dynamics, it does not meet the currency requirement for an A-licensed jumper who has been inactive for several months.