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201.

Give the full form of WMO.

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The World Meteorological Organization.

202.

State any two ways in which "airmanship‟ helps pilots?

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(a) Airmanship helps to inculcate the sense of discipline amongst pilots and other crew members.

(b) It helps the pilot to know the standard procedures laid down for the airfield on which he is operating.

(c) It helps the pilot to know procedure to be followed in emergency situation.

(d) Finally, airmanship when studied in correct sense promotes flight safety and prevents aircraft accidents.

(e) Good airmanship ensures a pilot at his best, when the situation is at its worst.

203.

How many persons can be carried by a Dinghy boat?(a) 2(b) 4(c) 6(d) 8

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Answer: (c) 6

204.

What are the two basic Aircraft controls?

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i. Primary controls 

ii. Secondary controls.

205.

Define ATS and briefly write down its objectives.

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Definition: Air Traffic Control Services provided for the safe and efficient conduct of flight are termed as Air Traffic Services.

Objectives of Air Traffic Services are:-

(a) To prevent collision between aircraft. 

(b) To prevent collision between aircraft on the maneuvering area and obstructions in that area.

(c) To expedite and maintain an orderly flow of traffic. 

(d) To provide advice and information useful for the safe and efficient conduct of flights. 

(e) To notify appropriate organizations regarding aircraft in need of search and rescue aid and assist such an organization as required.

206.

Which leadership style out of these is considered to be ideal? (a) Autocratic(b) Democratic(c) Laissez Faire(d) Coercive

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(b) Democratic

207.

Why is aiming by far the most difficult operation in shooting? Explain the laws of aiming.

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Because as the eyes have certain limitation and there are influences affecting on what it does. Nevertheless good shooting can be obtained with consistency of aim.

Laws Of Aiming : 

1. Focus the target so that a clear picture is formed on the retina of the eye and get the true center of the target and focus to the foresight. 

2. Hold the rifle properly and keep it upright. 

3. Close the left eye and focus the foresight. 

4. See the foresight through the backside ‘U’. The foresight should be seen right in the centre of the ‘U’. The tip of the foresight should be aligned in the centre and in level with the shoulder of the ‘U’. 

Elevation is given to counter the force of gravity, while the bullet is in flight. The elevation depends on the range of the target.

208.

In case of the injuries to the internal organs what first aid treatment should be given?

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Treatment 

(a) Keep the patient warm and lying down with feet raised up and head kept low.

(b) Apply cold application on the suspected injured region.

(c) Cheer up the patient.

(d) Arrange medical attention as soon as possible.

209.

What are depressants? Give names of any three depressants.

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Depressants: Depressants are drugs that slow down the function of the central nervous system. Depressant drugs do not necessarily make a person feel depressed. 

(i) Alcohol. 

(ii) Cannabis. 

(iii) Barbiturates, including seconal, tuinal and amytal. 

(iv) Benzodiazepines (Tranquilisers), Benzos, Tranx, such as Rohypnol, Valium, Serepax, Mogadon, Normison and Eupynos. 

(v) GHB (Gamma-hydroxybutrate), or Fantasy. 

(vi) Opiates and opioids, including heroin.

210.

(i) The motto of N.C.C. was adopted on: 1. 23rd Dec 1947 2. 23rd Dec 1957 3. 25th Dec 1957 4. 25th Dec 1947(ii) The ‘Father of nation’ was born on: 1.2nd Oct 1859 2.2nd Oct 1869 3.2nd Oct 1865 4.2nd Oct 1870(iii) What is the weight of the bullet of the .22 rifle? 1. 40 gms 2. 42 gms 3. 41 gms4. 43 gms(iv) The angle formed between toe to toe in attention position is: 1. 45 degree 2. 20 degree 3. 30 degree 4. 10 degree(v) The kind of fire extinguishers used for extinguishing fires involving inflammable liquids such as oils, fats, or grease are: 1. Soda acid extinguishers 2. Foam Type extinguishers 3. CTC CO2 extinguishers 4. All can be used

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(i) 23rd Dec 1957 

(ii) 02 October 1869 

(iii) 40 gm 

(iv) 30 degrees 

(v) Foam Type extinguishers

211.

Which invention revolutionised the world of communication?

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The invention of telephone by Graham Bell revolutionized the world of communications.

212.

Give names of any four types of maps.

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i.Atlas maps 

ii.Relief maps 

iii. Topographical maps 

iv. Rail/road maps

213.

When was the National Integration Council constituted? (a) 1947 (b) 1950 (c) 1962 (d) 1961

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Answer: (a) 1961

214.

Write one purpose of grid lines.

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The purpose of Grid Lines is to make possible giving and reading Grid References and to facilitate measurement of bearings.

215.

The "aero-modelling‟ provides an earnest approach to the understanding of an otherwise highly technical subject, i.e. 'aerodynamics. The history of aeromodelling goes back much further than the history of real aircraft. Now answer the following: a. Name the first person to discover the "lifting‟ property of a cambered surface in comparison to the flat surface. b. What did Professor Langley build in 1878 and what was it called? 

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a. Dr. Thomas Young was the first person to discover the "lifting‟ property of a cambered surface in comparison to the flat surface. 

b. In 1878, Professor Langley builds a petrol driven model called "Aerodrome No. 5‟

216.

Write down the steps for the following: a. To convert a magnetic bearing to a grid bearing b. To convert a grid bearing to a magnetic bearing

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Types of Bearing - 

1. Grid Bearing 

2. True Bearing 

3. Magnetic Bearing 

To Convert a Magnetic Bearing to a Grid Bearing. 

Suppose the bearing of a certain point P is measured with a compass and is found to be 1600. To convert this Magnetic Bearing to a True Bearing, follow under mentioned steps:- 

(a) First find out the Magnetic Variation of the Area. Magnetic Variation is given on the Top Right corner of each Map. 

(b) Suppose 50 is the Magnetic Variation of the area. Now subtract this Magnetic Variation to the Magnetic Bearing. 

(c) The resultant is the Grid Bearing i.e. 1550 

To Convert Grid Bearing to Magnetic Bearing. 

(a) Measure the Grid Bearing of an object on the map with help of the service protractor from your own position. 

(b) Suppose the Grid Bearing of the object is 1500.

(c) Now, find out the Magnetic Variation of the area with the help of Map (Magnetic Variation is given on the Top right corner of the map). Suppose Magnetic Variation of the area is 60. 

(d) Now, add this Magnetic Variation to the Grid Bearing. 

(e) The resultant will be the Magnetic Bearing of the object i.e. 1560.

217.

List any two of the supporting arms of the Indian Army.

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The two fighting arms of Indian Army are: 

 (a) Armoured 

 (b) Infantry 

 (c) Mechanised Infantry

218.

Enlist any four shapes of wing tip. 

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Shape of wing tip: 

(i) Circular 

(ii) Taper 

(iii) Pointed 

(iv) Square

219.

Explain the 4 basic elements used in a map.

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The four basic elements required in a map are: 

(a) Areas will be shown correctly. 

(b) Bearing measurement anywhere on the reduced earth will be identical to the measurement on the earth. 

(c) Shapes will be correct. 

(d) Distances will be measured accurately by use of a graduated scale which is provided at the bottom of each map. 

The distances are given in 

(i) Kilometers 

(ii) Nautical miles. 

(iii) Statute miles.

220.

What was the code name assigned to the Indian Air Force strike to support which operation of Army in 1999 and what was its aim?

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Operation Safed Sagar was the codename assigned to the Indian Air Force's strike to support the Ground troops during Operation Vijay that was aimed to flush out Regular and Irregular troops of the Pakistani Army from vacated Indian Positions in the Kargil sector along the Line of Control.

221.

What are the different methods to give field signals in the army? Give at least two examples of each.

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Signals with hand 

Deploy - Right arm fully extended above head and waved from side to side, palm open. 

Advance - Right arm swung from rear to front in “under arm blowing” fashion. Signals with weapon 

Enemy in sight - Rifle held above the head parallel to the small number muzzle in the direction of the enemy. 

Advance - Both arms raised to form the letter U 

Signals with whistle 

Cautionary Blast - A short blast to draw attention to a signal or order about to be given. The 

Alarm blast - A succession of alternate long and short whistle blasts.

222.

Make a list of any 4 parts of prismatic compass.

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a. thumb ring 

b. Prism 

c. Notch 

d. Lubber line 

e. Hinge 

f. Window  

223.

What is the use of ''anchor‟ and "cable‟? State the factor on which the size and type of ''anchor‟ and "cable‟ depends.

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Anchor and cable are used to hold a ships position in water. The cable is designed to act as a spring with the anchor holding it secured to the bottom of the sea.

The size and type of Anchors and cables depend on the tonnage and type of ship.

224.

Provide list of any six information shown on charts. 

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Various information shown on charts are: 

(a) Number of chart (b) Title of the chart (c) Survey data (d) A source data diagram (e) Date of publication (f) New edition (g) Date of printing (h) Chart dimension (k) Scale of the chart (l) Abbreviations & symbol (m) Heights (n) Drying heights (p)Tidal stream information. 

225.

What do you mean by relief features? How are they indicated in maps and charts?

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Relief features - Mountains, hills, coast lines and other natural features are of considerable interest to a pilot as they are valuable landmarks for navigation purposes or sometimes pose dangerous barriers for flight. 

Relief is indicated on maps and charts in one or more of five different ways:- 

(a) Spot heights or depths. 

(b) Contours and

(c) Layer tints.

(d) Hachures. 

(e) Hill shading.

226.

Define the following: a. True North b. Gyro North c. Variation

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(a)True North. 

True North is the Northerly direction of the meridian and is the reference from which true bearings and courses are measured. The Geographical North is True North. 

(b) Gyro North. 

The direction north indicated by Gyro compass is known as Gyro North which is also the true north. 

(c) Variation. 

The angle between the true meridian and the magnetic meridian at any place is called the variation at that place. It is expressed in degrees and minutes. On ordinary charts the variation is given for a certain year, 101 together with a note of any annual change, which it is undergoing. The navigator must always allow for this change.  

227.

What is the full form of NDRF? a. National Disaster Reaction Force b. National Disaster Rescue Force c. National Disaster Response Force d. National Disaster Redeem Force

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The full form of NDRF is National Disaster Response Force.

228.

Define section formation. How many types of section formations are there in army? Explain Diamond Formation.

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Section Formation : A Section is the smallest sub unit of an Infantry Battalion and is capable of undertaking independent task. It consists of ten persons who are organized in Rifle group and Support Group. 

There are 6 type of section formations in Army.

Diamond Advantage: 

1. Good for all round observation. 

2.Good for command and control.

Disadvantage:  

1. Presents an easy target to frontal fire. 

2. Vulnerable 

Terrain conditions: 

1. While negotiating open areas. 

2. When enemy threat is imminent but the direction is not clear

229.

What is "air navigation‟? How does it differs from "surface navigation‟?

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Air Navigation is the art of guiding an aircraft through the air, so that it arrives at a desired position at a pre-calculated time. Air Navigation differs from surface navigation in several ways 

i. such as the aircraft travels at relatively high speeds, leaving less time to calculate their position enroute. 

Aircraft also normally cannot stop in mid-air to ascertain their position at will.

230.

Give a list of any six types of charts by navigators. 

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(a) Navigational Chart 

(b) Ship`s boat charts 

(c) Routing charts 

(d) Magnetic charts 

(e) Ocean sounding charts 

(f) LD charts (lattice Decca) 

(g) Astronomical charts and diagrams

231.

Give a list any two swimming gears used by a swimmer

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(a) Swim suit 

(b) Swim cap 

(c) Goggles 190 

(d) Swim fins 

(e) Drag Suit 

(f) Paddlers 

(g) Kick Board 

232.

(a) What is the full form of ICAO? (b) What are slats? (c) Give a list of any two modern uses of radar. 

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(a) The full form of ICAO is International civil Aviation Organization. 

(b) Slats are aerodynamic surfaces on the leading edge of the wings of fixed-wing aircraft which, when deployed, allow the wing to operate at a higher angle of attack. 

(c) The modern uses of radar are highly diverse, including air traffic control, radar astronomy, air-defence systems, antimissile systems; marine radars to locate landmarks and other ships; aircraft anti-collision systems; ocean surveillance systems, outer space surveillance systems; meteorological precipitation monitoring; and guided missile target locating systems.

233.

(a) Define the cooling and starving principles of fire fighting. (b) What types of joints are generally used in carpentry? Mention any four of them. 

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(a) Cooling. This is done by bringing down the temperature or removing the heat. The best agent of cooling is water, which is freely available in ships for fighting the fire. Water must be applied to burning materials and not to the flames. 

(b) Starving. It is to remove all inflammable materials in the vicinity of fire so that fire does not spread further and is automatically put off. 

B Types of joints used in Carpentry. 

The following joints are generally used in carpentry:- 

(a) Lap joint. (full lap and half lap) 

(b) Halving joint. (angle halving joint. Dovetail halving joint and cross halving joint). 

(c) Mortise and tendon joints. 

(d) Bridle joints. 

(e) Tongue and groves joints. 

234.

What are the disadvantages of live (Wires/Cables) communication?

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Disadvantages: 

(a) Vulnerable to physical interference and enemy interception along the entire length of the route. 

(b) Takes time to construct. 

(c) Inflexible once it is laid. 

(d) Expensive in men and material.

235.

(a) Give a list of any four general leak stopping devices. (b) Give a list of any four power tools used for ship modelling. 

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(A) List of general leak stopping devices :

(a) Wooden shores 

(b) Wooden plugs 

(c) Wooden wedges 

(d) Splinter Box 

(e) Stopper plates 

(f) Pad pieces 

(g) Quick hardening cement 

(h) Oakum 

(B) List of power tools used for ship modelling :

  1. jigsaw Machine, 
  2. drilling, 
  3. grinding, 
  4. buffing set, 
  5. lathe set, 
  6. wood turning set, 
  7. saw and groover set, 
  8. sanding and polishing set etc. 
236.

Where are the Headquarters of the following commands located? (i) Central Command (ii) Southern Command (iii) Army Training Command

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i. Lucknow 

ii. Pune 

iii. Shimla

237.

How can recycling conserve resources?

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Recycling :- 

This is a method by which some of the resources can be conserved by recycling them or reusing them by adopting certain methods.

238.

What are the advantages of Net radio? Mention any three. 

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Advantages. 

(a) Vulnerable only at terminal and is therefore reasonably protected from enemy action except by a direct hit. 

(b) Flexible as it involves no lying & wires/cables. Any radio set can speak to any troops/commander by putting his frequency. 

(c) Fast in establishing communication. 

239.

What are two parts of a command?

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Cautionary 

Executive.

240.

Name any four e-waste materials.

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TV's, Refrigerators,Telephones, Air Conditioners, Computers, Mobile Phones etc.

241.

Which air command is responsible for air operations in most of Rajasthan, southwards through Gujarat to Saurashtra and the Kutch area? 

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South Western Air Command, at Gandhinagar, is responsible for air operations in most of Rajasthan, southwards through Gujarat to Saurashtra and the Kutch area.

242.

What are the two parts of a ‘word of command’?

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The two parts of a ‘word of command’ are 

a. Cautionary 

b. Executive.

243.

State the points that should be borne in mind while taking an aim during firing.

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i. Focus on the target so that a clear picture is formed on the retina of the eye and get the true centre of the target. Then with the eye focus to the foresight. 

ii. Hold the rifle properly and keep it upright. 

iii. Close the left/right eye and focus the foresight. 

vi. See the foresight through back sight "U‟. The foresight should be seen right in the centre of the U. The tip of the fore sight must be aligned in the centre and in level with the shoulder of the U.

244.

Name any two ‘air borne diseases’.

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Diphtheria, Asthma, Tuberculosis, Chicken pox,. 

245.

What is the full form of FAX? Mention any one advantages of this type of message system.

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Advantages 

(a) Can transmit graphics as well as Alphanumeric information (letters and numbers). 

(b) Reduce time and eliminates transmission error. 

(c) Use any transmission medium eg. 

Telephone, line, micro radio wave.

246.

When was the Girls’ Division of NCC raised?

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In July 1949 was the Girls’ Division of NCC raised.

247.

In India, the no of girls per 1000 boys is declining with each passing decade. From 962 per every 1000 boys in the year 1981, the sex ratio has plummeted to an all time low of only 914 girls for every 1000 boys in 2011. On the basis of the above information suggest any four measures to prevent female foeticide. 

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(a) Cancellation / permanent termination of the doctor’s license who participates in fulfilling a client’s demand to do away with her girl child. 

(b) Heavy penalty imposed on companies like GE that specialize in marketing medical equipment used for illegal sex determination and abortion in unlicensed clinics and hospitals. 

(c) High fines and judicial action against parents’, who knowingly try to kill their unborn baby. 

(d) Widespread campaigns and seminars for young adults and potential parents to enlighten them about the ill effects of female feticide. Ignorance is one of the major causes for the increase in the selective sex abortion cases. Spreading awareness can go a long way in saving our future sisters, mothers, friends and wives. 

(e) High incentives for the education of the girl child, employment etc. 

(f) Equal rights for women in the property of the parents / husband

248.

State the objective of ‘obstacle training’ for an NCC Cadet. Enlist the safety measures to be followed during this course. What are the benefits of obstacle training course for a cadet?

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The obstacle course training not only makes the cadets physically tough but develops a very high degree of confidence and inculcates the qualities of patience and courage to face challenges. 

Safety Measures: Following Safety Measures must be ensured during the conduct of Obstacle Course training to cadets 

(a) Suitable and physically fit cadets only to be selected. 

(b) Training at first in PT dress and later, with packs and weapon. 

(c) Emphasis to be given on closing of individual timings and later team timings. 

(d) Wet and slippery obstacles and area to be avoided. 

(e) Obstacles to be done under the supervision of qualified instructors and correct technique to be used. 

(f) Arrangement for first aid to be ensured. 

Benefits: Benefits of obstacles course training: 

(a) Physical fitness. 

(b) Agility

(c) Mental robustness.

(d) Coordination and balance of mind and body.

(e) Improves risk-taking ability. 

(f) Evaluating problem-solving skills. 

(g) Over all team spirit.

249.

Cadet Ramesh is a Parade Commander for Ceremonial Parade to be done in honour of the Chief Minister of Delhi. What procedure will he follow for this ceremonial parade.

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(a) ‘Guard-Parade Par’ (Guard get on parade): The guard comes to attention, steps off and falls in the open order, twelve paces away from the guard mounting NCO and stands at ease in succession from the right. 

(b) „Guard Savdhan’: Guard comes to attention. 

(c) „Guard DahineSaj’: The Guard commander turns to his/her right and marches out five paces, halt, turnabout, dress the front rank. He/she then dresses the rear rank and gives the command „Samne-Dekh’ and returns to his original position. 

(d) „Guard-BagalShast(r)’: Guard does the shoulder arms. 

(e) The Guard Mounting NCO then reports to the Orderly Officer (who has taken position 6 paces behind the guard mounting NCO). 

(f) „Guard nirikshanke lie hazirhai’: The guard mounting NCO then falls in on the right of the guard, six paces away from the guard commander. 

250.

Mr. Shyam Prasad is the member of Para-sail Safety Council. What safety tips will he give to the cadets going for Para-sailing. 

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Safety. Safety tips advised by the Parasail Safety Council are as follows:- 

(a) Licensing. Make sure you parasail with a fully licensed (state & local) company operating from a well established location insured by a licensed insurance company. Don‘t pay for your ride on the boat This operator may not have a licensed or be insured. 

(b) Established Operators. Only parasail with established business operators. Don‘t be afraid to ask how long they ve been in business if there business permits are current with the City and if the operator onboard is a US Coast Guard Licensed Captain. 

(c) High Winds. You should avoid parasailing in high wind conditions (over 15 knots at sea level) due to an increased difficulty and complications during emergency water landings update 09/201. 

(d) Visibility. Never go up in rain fog or an approaching storm. 

(e) Passenger Age And Weight Restrictions. Parasailing is not recommend for individuals under the age of 16 or who‘s exceeds 300 Ibs. 

(f) Types of Equipment. Make certain that you get adequate safety briefing prior to your flight This safety briefing should include, 

(a) a description of the activity itself,

(b) safety procedures in the event of an unexpected emergencies, 

(c) the porper use signals while landing fire or capsizing e) precluding any participant who appears to be afraid or intimidated prior to their aerial excursion.