11-3. The DACO is also responsible for the following: Contacts the DZSO or DZSTL one hour before drop time and maintains communication throughout the entire operation. Relays the drop zone conditions from the DZSO to the Airborne commander and all JM teams. Confirms the type of parachutes being utilized. Informs the DZSO or DZSTL of aircraft aborts. Updates the DZSO or DZSTL on changes and aircraft departures. Reports to the tanker airlift control element in reference to any of the following: malfunctions, jumpers off the surveyed drop zone, early exit from an aircraft, or serious injury that requires treatment. Informs the DZSO or JM team(s) of any changes caused by aircraft maintenance problems, crew rest, weather delays, or other problems. Issues DACO brief to all JM teams. This includes: Reporting procedures in the event of a serious incident, static line injury, jump refusal, or other problems. Updating unit-specific procedures for JM and safety duties. Reporting procedures upon completion of operation. Requests a jump closure/flash report from the DZSO or DZSTL. Requests timely wind readings from the DZSO or DZSTL. Immediately reports parachute malfunctions to the tanker airlift control element