Before confirming "carabiners locked", what must the AC and controller check?

To ensure the safety of the participants, it is crucial for the AC (Assistant Coordinator) and the controller to verify that the flight carabiners are securely locked before proceeding. The flight carabiners play a critical role in securing the harness and the individual during the flight, making their correct fastening essential to preventing accidents.

Checking that the carabiners are locked involves a visual and physical inspection to ensure they are properly engaged and cannot accidentally disengage during flight. This step is integral to the safety protocol and is often emphasized during training for Skycoaster operations.

Although checking the integrity of wires, the fit of the safety harness, and wind speed are all important safety considerations in the overall operation, they pertain to different aspects of the pre-flight checks. Ensuring the carabiners are locked is the most immediate safety concern that directly affects the individual's security in the harness before activating the ride.