mjosparky

How tall are you and what size is the MLW? Rig is very old. Raven III is an old canopy and 240 + sq. ft. If you need a main that big the resrrve is way to small. 75 jumps, I would question this. A very old design and an orphan canpoy. No AAD included. Nice but should not figure in price of rig. Selling all for $1500 $700 to $900 max. jmo

You have to look quick, it was VERY fast.

I take it you have never been to war? Not even close as a comparison. Again have you ever been to war. Soldiers might "poop themselves" during a firefight but at the same time they are returning fire in an effort to gain fire superiority. If you quit during an “ambush” you will die just a certain as you will if you quit during a skydive. And guess what, there are no AADs in combat. No Protrack or other toys to save your butt. Everyone has to carry his own weight. No one is “fearless”, no one. Some people are able to function at a higher level in the presence of fear then others. As JP said, fear is an excellent tool when used properly. No matter who you are or how many times you do something that invokes fear in you, you will not eliminate it. Like Jim said you take that fear and channel it to the task at hand. To use the war example again, a good definition of a Hero is someone who can still function in the presence of paralyzing fear. I have never met someone the has been sited for valor above and beyond that felt they did anything that the next guy would not do given the same situation. My idea of a fair fight is clubbing baby seals

License requirements were not written to make any one person or a group of people happy. There were not written with convenience and ease of completion in mind. The “D” requirements in particular were written with the idea of showing a well-rounded ability in skydiving. The ones I had to complete in 1976 reflected the range of skills and knowledge appropriate for the time. They would be totally inadequate today with skydiving much more multifaceted. I think the present requirements should be kept and other added to reflect changing character of the sport. They should bring back the live water jump; include something that involves basic FF, CREW and maybe even wing suit. When I got my “D” water jumps were not done at the DZ, you had to get off you butt and set it up yourself. This is skydiving not “spoon-feeding 101”. To get from A to C you have to pass through B. Those who want a “D” license will do what it takes to get it. Sitting around whining, “this is too hard” in not one of the requirements and will not get you extra credit. If you want one go get it. Simple solution to simple problem.

Thanks guys for the responces, I thought I would ask. My idea of a fair fight is clubbing baby seals

Jerry, This is a direct quote from a TSO authorization issued to a well-known gear manufacture in January 2000. “This authorization is not transferable to another person or location and is effective until surrendered, withdrawn, or otherwise terminated by the Administrator.” My idea of a fair fight is clubbing baby seals

OK, I give up. If that is a word what does it mean? My idea of a fair fight is clubbing baby seals

This should look like tha attachment. a. Applicability. (1) Minimum Performance Standards. This technical standard order (TSO) prescribes the minimum performance standard that personnel parachute assemblies must meet in order to be identified with the applicable TSO marking. New models of personnel parachute assemblies that are to be so identified and that are manufactured on or after the date of this TSO must meet the standards set forth in Society of Automotive Engineers, Inc. (SAE) Aerospace Standard (AS) Document No. AS 8015B, “Minimum Performance Standards for Parachute Assemblies and Components, Personnel,” dated July 7, 1992. b. Marking. Each personnel parachute assembly or separate sub-assembly must be marked in accordance with 14 CFR part 21, section 21.607(d) and paragraph 4.2 of SAE AS 8015B. This marking requirement applies to any previously approved major component/subassembly used in this TSO. c. Data Requirements. (1) In addition to the requirement in part 21, section 21.605, the manufacturer shall furnish the manager of the Aircraft Certification Office (ACO), FAA having geographical purview of the manufacturer’s facilities, one copy each of the following technical data: (i) A complete description of the personnel parachute assemblies, including detail drawings, material identification and specifications. (ii) Operating instructions and limitations, to include donning, retention, adjustment, and deployment. (iii) Installation instructions and limitations. (iv) A report of the tests conducted in accordance with SAE AS 8015B for qualification and approval of personnel parachute assemblies. (v) Detailed maintenance instructions, including specific guidance on the limits of wear and damage permissible to webbing material that would warrant replacement. (vi) The quality control inspection and functional test specification to be used to ensure each production article complies with this TSO, as required by part 21, section 21.605(a)(3) and part 21, section 21.143(a)(3). (2) The manufacturer must furnish to the user of the article one copy of the data and information specified in paragraphs c(l)(ii) and c(l)(v). This data and information is necessary for proper installation and use and for continued airworthiness of the product or article. “The conditions and test required for TSO approval of this article are minimum performance standards. It is the responsibility of those desiring to install the article either on or within a specific type or class of aircraft to determine that the aircraft installation conditions are within the TSO standards. The article may be installed only if further evaluation by the applicant (user/installer) documents an acceptable installation and is approved by the Administrator.” d. Availability of Referenced Documents. (1) Copies of SAE AS 8015B may be purchased from the Society of Automotive Engineers, Inc., Department 331, 400 Commonwealth Drive, Warrendale, PA 15096. (2) Federal Aviation Regulations, part 21, subpart O, may be purchased from the Superintendent of Documents, U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, DC 20402?9325. (3) Advisory Circular 20? 110, “Index of Aviation Technical Standard Orders,” may be obtained from the U.S. Department of Transportation, General Services Section, M?443.2, Washington, DC 20590. /S/ John K. McGrath Manager, Aircraft Engineering Division Aircraft Certification Service My idea of a fair fight is clubbing baby seals

I want to take something like this for a word doc. and paste in a reply box. 3-Ring Pull Force Chart Single Riser - Short Housing Standard 7x7 Steel - Lolon F Coated Cable Load (LBS) Pull Force (LBS) MINI TANDEM STANDARD 250 2.0 1.5

"You keep thinking Butch, that’s what you're good at". Sundance My idea of a fair fight is clubbing baby seals

>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> Still sound advice ... kind of like telling a junior jumper that the best way to handle malfunctions is to pack his main neatly.

I hadn't heard that one but I don't doubt it a bit. What you don't understand can scare you and you know they did not understand what was going on. My idea of a fair fight is clubbing baby seals

No, you can't do demos in Canada.

I don't even want to think about how long it has been for me. I cheated and looked it up.

You are going to run into this a lot. Remember that you are dealing with skydivers. Most have the attention span of a 3 year old.

I think it is a carry over form when TSO’s were issued to an address that was also a loft. They were issued to a specific address. If you changed addresses you had to reapply. I know when ParaInnovators moved from 1st. st. in Perris to D st. there were all kinds of problem with both the TSO’s and the certified loft. It was a long time ago and there are a lot of dead brain cells since then so I could be way off.

How do I cut and paste something and have it keep the same format? My idea of a fair fight is clubbing baby seals

B License 2. Persons holding a USPA B license are able to exercise all privileges of an A-license holder, perform night jumps, with 100 jumps are eligible for the USPA Coach Rating, and must have- a. obtained a USPA A license b. completed 50 jumps including: (1) accumulated at least 30 minutes of controlled freefall time (2) landed within ten meters of target center on ten jumps c. aerial performance requirements, either: (1) demonstrated the ability to perform individual maneuvers (left 360, right 360 backloop, left 360, right 360, backloop) in freefall in 18 seconds or less (2) or successful completion of the planned formation(s) on ten group freefall jumps d. documentation of live water landing training with full equipment in accordance with the procedures in the Skydiver's Information Manual e. passed a written exam conducted by a current USPA I, I/E, S&TA, or USPA Board member. My idea of a fair fight is clubbing baby seals

I agree there is much more I would need to know about this to be comfortable with it But you seem to be jumping the gun and your attack at this point is uncalled for. For you that is out of character. At least be willing to adopt a wait and see attitude for now.

Tell you friend it was done at the Seoul Olympics by Tom Sanders, Norm Kent ET all. The Olympic Rings where shown live to millions around the world. My idea of a fair fight is clubbing baby seals

If I am mistaken how come humans use so many lights at night? It might be because thay can't see very well in the dark. My idea of a fair fight is clubbing baby seals

There should be along line to get on board this wagon.

Nether good nor bad. Just a statement of fact.

The FAA doesn't have any control of the TSA inspectors. The work for USA Dept. of Homeland Security. My idea of a fair fight is clubbing baby seals

Check post #5, I have both my rigs set up that way and have for 20 years.