Recommended Tandem Water Landing Procedures

If a water landing seems imminent, remain calm, inform your passenger and follow these steps; ( listed in order of priority )

Fit and inflate passenger’s life vest. Ask your passenger to fully inflate the life vest by pulling the tab firmly downwards.
If the life vest does not inflate , ask the passenger to fully inflate the life vest manually with the mouth tube.

Legs up in front , feet together.
Holding the lifejacket with both hands and pulling downwards to prevent the jacket popping off their head upon entry into the water.
A countdown to landing including taking a deep breath and holding it just before entering the water.

Disconnect side adjusters and stow hooks to prevent entanglement with lines etc. once in the water
Disconnect RSL
Undo Tandem Masters chest strap. Leave passengers harness as is.
Ensure helmet visor is open
Face into wind for landing
Aim to land as close as safely possible to boats
Land well away from breaking waves
Remind passenger to lift legs , hold vest and countdown to entry , hold breath.
Flare as for a normal landing , aiming to enter the water vertically and with minimal forward speed.

Cutaway main canopy , if under reserve collapse reserve by hauling in one brake line
If covered by the canopy , remain calm , stay connected and follow the seams on the canopy for the quickest route to freedom. Ask the passenger to assist.
Disconnect the passenger once clear of the equipment.
Fit and inflate your life vest.

Remain with your passenger and if possible stay close to the equipment as a floating canopy is a great signal for rescuers.
Conserve energy and stay warm until help arrives.