mofo554 0 #1 October 6, 2003 Is there anywhere with statistics regarding instances where an AAD has saved a life? If not, any stories you know of that you'd kindly share? If so, why did the AAD fire? (i.e. jumper pulled too low and had two out, simply forgot to pull, got knocked unconscious, etc.) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
voodew1 0 #2 October 6, 2003 The statics say if you don't have an AAD it can not save your life. A cypres costs approx. $1200.00. If it never saves you it was an insurance policy you never had to use, If it does save you it was the best $1200 you ever spent. If you are doing CRW or something like that you can turn it off. My life is worth $1200 for the sole reason if I die my wife gets $750,000 and I would hate for her next husband to live in my house drive my truck and play with my dog for free. I always jump with an AAD An AAD is an electronic device and may not work but if it is needed and does work it was worth it---if it is needed and doesn't work well you can't take it with you!!!!!! The pimp hand is powdered up ... say something stupid Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PhreeZone 20 #3 October 6, 2003 Read This: http://www.cypres-usa.com/saves02b.htm Its in PDF format and its only reported saves. No breakdown of the stats, but its got some enlighting storeies in it. A lot of forgetting what to do, forgetting what order to pull, forgetting altitude and simliar stories. There are not man knocked out in freefall, but there are a few.Yesterday is history And tomorrow is a mystery Parachutemanuals.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mofo554 0 #4 October 6, 2003 Uhh....thanks for that little ditty. Unfortunately, it has nothing to do with my original post. But, again, thanks anyways. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
voodew1 0 #5 October 6, 2003 Well the weather sucks here and I was bored and just wanted to say something and try to have a slight bit of humor to it The pimp hand is powdered up ... say something stupid Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bluelip 0 #6 October 6, 2003 Voodew, I got a chuckle. Thanks /* Mike Coles 'bluelip' */ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
poohbeer 0 #7 October 6, 2003 Quote The statics say if you don't have an AAD it can not save your life. A cypres costs approx. $1200.00. An AAD is an electronic device and may not work but if it is needed and does work it was worth it---if it is needed and doesn't work well you can't take it with you!!!!!! Don't forget AAD is NOT equal to Cypres. A cypres is an AAD but certainly not the only one and certainly not the cheapest. Other electronic AAD: Vigil, FXC Astra Also, there are mechanical (non electronic) out there asswel. You are right with the it might not work statement however. ------- SIGNATURE BELOW ------- Complete newbie at skydiving, so be critical about what I say!! "The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men to do nothing." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MuffDiver 0 #8 October 6, 2003 I saw an FXC fire this weekend and I am pretty sure that the girl would have went in without it, it was pretty frightening. I jump with a cypress because I could afford one when I started but I would still jump without one. __________________________________________________ Don't take life too seriously. You'll never get out alive. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mofo554 0 #9 October 6, 2003 Why did the girl require the use of the FXC? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MuffDiver 0 #10 October 6, 2003 She was a first jump student. Instructor aided deployment from 3500'. I saw her leave the plane and fall for quite some time (I've never seen anyone that low before, however i am quite new to skydiving). I guess the bridle somehow got wrapped around her leg (I'm not sure how). Needless to say I was relieved when I saw the reserve come out. __________________________________________________ Don't take life too seriously. You'll never get out alive. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
