bodypilot90 0 #1 July 24, 2002 The BOD apparently has directed HQ to pursue the extension of the reserve repack cycle from 120 days to 180 days. The BOD suggested that you should work with PIA on this matter. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ posted by treetop aka Don +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ There was discussion of this issue in a committee meeting where you were not present. Mike Perry, Eastern Regional Director, volunteered to be the focal point to collect whatever data is out there, whether from PIA or any other source, to present a USPA proposal to the FAA for the repack extension. It was thought that we would need to present some drop test data to substantiate any claims that we make that the reserve would function normally and within the TSO limitations after being packed for 6 months. I did volunteer, at no charge, my aircraft and DZ for any necessary drop tests to collect the necessary data. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ posted by Mike Mullins National Director +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ I have heard that $40,000 was set aside for the study. Bill Flynn Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ernokaikkonen 0 #2 July 24, 2002 > The BOD apparently has directed HQ to pursue the extension >of the reserve repack cycle from 120 days to 180 days. The BOD >suggested that you should work with PIA on this matter. (...) >I have heard that $40,000 was set aside for the study. Save the money... We've had a six-month repack-cycle in use in Finland for over a year now, and the reserves work just the same as ever. The only difference is that the packjobs need to be a bit tighter now, as the reserves have more time to settle in in the container, meaning that the closing loops of some of the reserves near the end of the repack cycle seem a bit loose. Erno Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
drenaline 0 #3 July 24, 2002 Thats what we do here in panama, 6 months. HISPA 21 www.panamafreefall.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rdutch 0 #4 July 24, 2002 You mean to tell me you actually get your reserve repacked? lol Ray Small and fast what every girl dreams of! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skyjames 2 #5 July 24, 2002 Hi ya Bill, 40K wasn't set aside. That was the amount mentioned by MOM on the wreck. He beleives with that amount and a seat on the BOD he can get the repack interval extended. I wish him luck on both endevors. (GL on the election buddy ) james "exit fast, fly smooth, dock soft and smile" 'nother james Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
goose491 0 #6 July 24, 2002 Canada = 180 repack cycle This pretty much means once a year in these parts My Karma ran over my Dogma!!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
freeflir29 0 #7 July 24, 2002 Most of the world EXCEPT the US has a 180 day cycle. No study needed. Now...it may cost $40,000 for all the bills from taking FAA guys out to titty bars....... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SkydiveMonkey 0 #8 July 24, 2002 I'd like 40 grand to go to strip clubs with !! ____________________ Say no to subliminal messages Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TEB6363 0 #9 July 24, 2002 Quoteout to titty bars....... They drink Titties...?????? Once the plane takes off, you're gonna have to land - Might as well jump out!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bodypilot90 0 #10 July 24, 2002 how long has Canada been 6 months, and others if you can post reserve repack cycles and how long they have been that way out side of the usa? Hard data, anything you can do to help out. also for the stateside jumpers, you might e mail Mike Perry: mprigging@aol.com thanking him for being the focal point to collect whatever data is out there, whether from PIA or any other source. Maybe even asking what we can do to help. It has been suggested that out of date reserves could be used in the study. I am sure some of you have a air worthy rig that the reserve needs aired out. If you all want to come up to speed with the rest of the world let's do something about it and help. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ernokaikkonen 0 #11 July 25, 2002 >You mean to tell me you actually get your reserve repacked? lol Well, since I can do it myself... Just one more supervised packjob away from my ticket!Erno Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wingnut 0 #12 July 25, 2002 while ststioned in germany i jumped at a local german "falschirm sport club" or paracute club and the cycle was 180 days.... it's been like that in germany for atleast 3 years (when i started jumping there) and you can actually pack your own reserve without training as long as you are the only one going to jump it......saw a guy do this once...perfectly legal there....... ______________________________________ "i have no reader's digest version" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skyjames 2 #13 July 25, 2002 Correction: It wasn't (Mike) MOM that posted, it was (Don) Treetop My bad! james "exit fast, fly smooth, dock soft and smile" 'nother james Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
