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I'm not positive,but I believe that Sunpath uses a 32 inch f111 pilot chute as standard equiptment on their rigs. Replying to: Re: Stall On Jump Run Emergency Procedure? by billvon If the plane is unrecoverable then exiting is a very very good idea.
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The Grimster didn't say anything about selling anything. Replying to: Re: Stall On Jump Run Emergency Procedure? by billvon If the plane is unrecoverable then exiting is a very very good idea.
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Impostor Replying to: Re: Stall On Jump Run Emergency Procedure? by billvon If the plane is unrecoverable then exiting is a very very good idea.
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Norman Kent to Receive USPA Gold Medal
DBCOOPER replied to 3331's topic in General Skydiving Discussions
The reason he is getting it is for the wonderful job he did on our wedding jump video at the Keys boogie in 04 -
Just flew commercial for the first time....
DBCOOPER replied to thepaintballguy's topic in General Skydiving Discussions
This thread belongs in the bonfire.... Replying to: Re: Stall On Jump Run Emergency Procedure? by billvon If the plane is unrecoverable then exiting is a very very good idea. -
Lost Prairie 2007 40th Anniversary Boogie
DBCOOPER replied to Amazon's topic in Events & Places to Jump
With all the dust and dirt I cleaned off of the tents -
Lost Prairie 2007 40th Anniversary Boogie
DBCOOPER replied to Amazon's topic in Events & Places to Jump
Adrock Amazon 27 JULY Amyfiske Beachbum - trying my damndest! Bigsky BirdWoman (& Mr. Feisty) Bolas (with an emphasis on the "ass" part Tongue) Bozo 29th or the 30th or whenever I get there. da featherless 1 BBCOOPER DrDive (Head Boobie Judge)CoolCool 7-29 ebusto ericthered grimmie Guppie01 7/30 NOT SOON ENOUGH Ian Harrop jacketsdb23 JasonRose (Boobie judge) 7-29 JMP2LIV 7/30 Karenmeal (With Jeff in tow) kharkness - Count me in this year July 28 - Aug 5 Labrys Ladydyver 7-29 Lauraliscious Laura J, Esq. Livendive (Boobie judge) 7/30-8/6 Madame Gooch madjohn McBeth - 8/1 - 8/5 (aka not soon enough) monkycndo 7-31 NDfallrate NWFlyer 7-31 Pastor Rob July 28-Aug 5 Pattersd Q Rob V Scates 8/1 - 8/5 SeaKev 7-31 Shell666 Skycat1976 Smilie TallGuy The Newlyweds - Shannon & Jim The Outlaws TheStepchild 7/30-8/6 'tree Turtlespeed 7/30-8/6 Tx Tom vdschoor 7/28 - 8/5 vskydiver Wonderwoman07 (military permitting) Edit to add me -
Near Miss - Crosskeys, NJ 6,7,2007
DBCOOPER replied to diverdriver's topic in General Skydiving Discussions
I'm really having a problem understanding how this happens in a radar enviroment... Replying to: Re: Stall On Jump Run Emergency Procedure? by billvon If the plane is unrecoverable then exiting is a very very good idea. -
That is only if they are paying(mileage limit).If they "share expenses" and plan to jump in, that does not apply. Then there is the drop zone waiver issue when they get there. Replying to: Re: Stall On Jump Run Emergency Procedure? by billvon If the plane is unrecoverable then exiting is a very very good idea.
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Sec. 91.107 (ii) Use the floor of the aircraft as a seat, provided that the person is on board for the purpose of engaging in sport parachuting; I don't see where that says you can't land a plane full of skydivers. If a student balks, do you have to throw them out? If you do not trust your pilot enough to land with him, you have no business getting in the aircraft.Helping them maintain proficiency should be something you would want to do. Replying to: Re: Stall On Jump Run Emergency Procedure? by billvon If the plane is unrecoverable then exiting is a very very good idea.
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Bandit Jumps and finding a pilot
DBCOOPER replied to masterblaster72's topic in General Skydiving Discussions
Where in Philly? Replying to: Re: Stall On Jump Run Emergency Procedure? by billvon If the plane is unrecoverable then exiting is a very very good idea. -
In my 182 I covered most of it up with Kydex,an approved plastic sheet that is used in the mfg of molded aircraft plastic parts,like the stuff around the windows in airliners.Pretty lightweight and about $80 a sheet. Replying to: Re: Stall On Jump Run Emergency Procedure? by billvon If the plane is unrecoverable then exiting is a very very good idea.
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I would be interested to hear what pilots think about climbing passes for low exits. Edited to add, maybe it depends on the type of aircraft. I think that the only safe climbing exit would be out of a tailgate. Replying to: Re: Stall On Jump Run Emergency Procedure? by billvon If the plane is unrecoverable then exiting is a very very good idea.
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I would suggest watching the packers, find one you feel comfortable with from a packing style, neatness, care taken stance. Ask the DZ riggers who they recommend. Ask local jumpers who they recommend. Then walk over to the packer(s) and introduce yourself. Ask what the packing system is at that DZ. Let them know if you have any special needs for your rig. Watch them the first time or two they pack for you to make sure you still feel comfortable with them to pack for you. Then tip in advance or tip well at the end of the first day.Works wonders. Replying to: Re: Stall On Jump Run Emergency Procedure? by billvon If the plane is unrecoverable then exiting is a very very good idea.
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Bev Suits makes what is called a winter liner for the protec.You can slip whatever audible inside the pocket of the ear part.Works great and can be used all year long. Replying to: Re: Stall On Jump Run Emergency Procedure? by billvon If the plane is unrecoverable then exiting is a very very good idea.
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Yea,like if the pilot says emergency,get out. Replying to: Re: Stall On Jump Run Emergency Procedure? by billvon If the plane is unrecoverable then exiting is a very very good idea.
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Privileges of an "almost" rigger
DBCOOPER replied to airtime1's topic in General Skydiving Discussions
Other industries don't have to deal with the FARs Just remember the FAA motto"We're not happy till your not happy" Replying to: Re: Stall On Jump Run Emergency Procedure? by billvon If the plane is unrecoverable then exiting is a very very good idea. -
Existing State and National Records
DBCOOPER replied to gemini's topic in General Skydiving Discussions
Last time I looked the head of state of Puerto Rico was the president of the US Replying to: Re: Stall On Jump Run Emergency Procedure? by billvon If the plane is unrecoverable then exiting is a very very good idea. -
This is from 2002,from a thread I started about a friend of mine buying it at Lake Wales.Note the quote about " I do think there are some lessons that can be learned from this tragedy" I don't think the lesson has been learned Re: [AndyMan] Fatal at Lake Wales today? [In reply to] Quote | Reply -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Quote -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- I do think there are some lessons that can be learned from this tragedy -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Aparently there are only two witnesses with firsthand knowledge. Neither has any idea who colided with whom. The FAA did conduct an investigation which concluded without laying of fault. The landing area at lake wales is absolutely humumgous, and there were aparently only 4 canopies in the vacinity at the time. Paul, the Australian was jumping a 105 jedi. He reported having 800 jumps, but this seems to be low by my estimation. He weighed in about 75 KG, or 160 pounds, giving him a wingloading of about 1.6 I understand Mike jumped an equally well loaded Stiletto. The colision took place after Paul executed a "hook turn". It is unknown if Mike was also in a high speed approach. Paul was not known for being careless, nor reckless. To me, this serves as a sober reminder that it can happen to anyone. Keep your head on a swivel. _Am -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- __ You put the fun in "funnel" - craichead. Edit to add link to original post [http://www.dropzone.com/cgi-bin/forum/gforum.cgi?post=287521;#287521 Replying to: Re: Stall On Jump Run Emergency Procedure? by billvon If the plane is unrecoverable then exiting is a very very good idea.
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There needs to be a BSR separating high performance landings areas from standard landing areas. Let the locals figure out how to do it to match their geography. Replying to: Re: Stall On Jump Run Emergency Procedure? by billvon If the plane is unrecoverable then exiting is a very very good idea.
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plane nearly hits a diver
DBCOOPER replied to bloody_trauma's topic in General Skydiving Discussions
NASCAR will be back soon.About 10 wrecks per race. Replying to: Re: Stall On Jump Run Emergency Procedure? by billvon If the plane is unrecoverable then exiting is a very very good idea. -
A canopy thats been pissed on by a cat. Replying to: Re: Stall On Jump Run Emergency Procedure? by billvon If the plane is unrecoverable then exiting is a very very good idea.
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Yea the documentation does exist , I found out in a pm from Hooknswoop.I just recently acquired a 182 and plan on using it for demos and some non dz jumps and it looks like it could be a good tool. Replying to: Re: Stall On Jump Run Emergency Procedure? by billvon If the plane is unrecoverable then exiting is a very very good idea.