Your decision to prioritize LZ GREEN is exemplary, balancing civilian safety with operational flexibility. The open terrain provides a relatively safe landing environment, ensuring that the team can quickly stabilize and begin evacuating vulnerable residents. This choice reflects a clear prioritization of immediate humanitarian needs, aligning well with mission objectives while mitigating risks to team safety.
As the aircraft approaches the drop zone, the captain’s voice crackles over the intercom:
‘Attention, team. Gusts are now exceeding 90 klicks, with sudden wind shear detected. Smoke layers are shifting unpredictably—brace for challenging descent conditions.’
The first half of the team exits into the swirling haze, their parachutes vanishing almost instantly. But as the remaining jumpers prepare to deploy, a massive spike in turbulence forces the pilot to delay their exit. When they finally leap, the conditions are even worse—thick smoke and erratic winds make navigation a nightmare, scattering personnel across unfamiliar terrain.
Under the guidance of your facilitator, half the team will move as Sub-Team 1 and the other half as Sub-Team 2 for the next stage.