Lifted 0 #1 March 26, 2011 In short, it's going to be a long time before I'll financially be able to resume and complete AFF, be able to afford gear, jumps, etc., so I'm looking for some reading to fill in the long hours on the ground and round out my education. I've read some user manuals for various parachute models, articles on their flight characteristics, and so forth. Hell, even patents for parachute models. But what I'm looking for are more technical, low-level works on parachute and/or wingsuit aerodynamics, perhaps comparative looks ranging from historical designs to contemporary designs, different canopy/line materials, things like that of a more academic nature. I've obviously had trouble finding these and would be happy to investigate any recommendations you might be so kind as to lend! Cheers. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GLIDEANGLE 1 #2 March 26, 2011 Volumes 1&2 of Poynter's Parachute Manual should keep you busy for a while. http://www.parapublishing.com/sites/parachute/information/parachutes.cfmThe choices we make have consequences, for us & for others! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lifted 0 #3 March 26, 2011 QuoteVolumes 1&2 of Poynter's Parachute Manual should keep you busy for a while. http://www.parapublishing.com/sites/parachute/information/parachutes.cfm Excellent! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
theplummeter 15 #4 March 26, 2011 The Parachute and it's Pilot is another popular choice. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
theonlyski 8 #5 March 27, 2011 Quote Volumes 1&2 of Poynter's Parachute Manual should keep you busy for a while. http://www.parapublishing.com/sites/parachute/information/parachutes.cfm Don't you mean "Should put you to sleep for a while" "I may be a dirty pirate hooker...but I'm not about to go stand on the corner." iluvtofly DPH -7, TDS 578, Muff 5153, SCR 14890 I'm an asshole, and I approve this message Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
