Can Jumpmasters (JMs) maintain currency by performing consecutive JM duties from a rotary-wing or nonstandard aircraft?

Jumpmasters cannot maintain currency by performing consecutive JM duties from a rotary-wing or nonstandard aircraft because the currency requirements for Jumpmasters are specifically tied to their proficiency with military freefall operations from standard fixed-wing aircraft. To ensure they are adequately trained and prepared for the unique dynamics involved in parachuting operations, Jumpmasters must demonstrate their skills and maintain their qualifications through jumps from these designated aircraft types.

Maintaining currency is essential for the safety and effectiveness of jump operations, and the use of alternative platforms, such as rotary-wing or nonstandard aircraft, does not fulfill the requirements set forth in the training regulations. This ensures that Jumpmasters are consistently prepared for the specific conditions they would encounter during a standard jump operation.