What is a required component of the three-point harness attachment?

The required component of the three-point harness attachment is proper routing and adjustment. This aspect is crucial for ensuring that the harness fits correctly and securely around the skydiver's body. A well-adjusted harness allows for effective weight distribution and minimizes the risk of injury during the jump. It is essential to properly route the harness straps through the appropriate attachment points to maintain structural integrity and function during freefall and landing.

While color coding can help identify different parts of the harness, it is not a required component for safety or functionality. Similarly, while innovations like magnetic latching systems and automatic deployment features may enhance certain skydiving equipment's convenience or safety, they are not intrinsic requirements of the traditional three-point harness attachment, which fundamentally relies on proper routing and adjustment for optimal performance and safety.