What is the best procedure to use when flying your canopy in turbulent conditions?

Flying your canopy in turbulent conditions requires a careful and controlled approach to ensure safety and stability. Maintaining a straight flight path at full speed, as indicated by the correct choice, allows you to better manage the energy of the canopy and keep it flying steadily. This method minimizes the risk of stalling or experiencing unwanted turns that can happen in turbulent air.

In turbulent conditions, the air currents can be unpredictable, but staying at full flight with a straight line gives you the best chance to maintain control. By doing this, you can respond more effectively to changes in the turbulence without overreacting or inadvertently creating additional instability.

In contrast, making aggressive turns or reducing speed might put you in a position where the canopy becomes less controllable, increasing the risk of dangerous maneuvers. Similarly, landing heavily would not only jeopardize your safety but also could lead to a loss of control, especially if the surface conditions are also affected by turbulence. Maintaining a stable, straight-line flight path is the most effective strategy for navigating turbulent air safely.