iwasinkheson68 0 #1 June 11, 2014 Anyone know what size canopies they are using for the 17,000ft msl tandem landings? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TomNoonan 1 #2 June 11, 2014 Hi We are using TP-400 and Sigma II -370 tandem mains in the Himalaya. To date tandem landings have been limited to 12.350ft MSL. As we go to the higher DZs, 15,000ft, 16,900ft and 17192ft MSL, those have been sport (solo) landings so far. We have an excellent drop zone at 15,000ft, but due to the weather complexities and size of the dz up there, we need next to perfect conditions for tandem landings at 15k. Each year we plan it, but always exercise patience. For example last year the wind conditions were perfect, but we had a fresh snow cover to contend with so we could not identify the ruts and rocks in the grounds visually, so we called off the jump. Hope that info helps.Namaste, Tom Noonan www.everest-skydive.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Travman 6 #3 June 11, 2014 I used a 260 navigator for solo landings. I can't remember exactly the tandem size...I'm thinking 360ft but might have been bigger. Wendy used a 190 but she is tiny. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
iwasinkheson68 0 #4 June 12, 2014 Cool, thank you very much Tom. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
propblast 0 #5 June 16, 2014 TomNoonanHi We are using TP-400 and Sigma II -370 tandem mains in the Himalaya. To date tandem landings have been limited to 12.350ft MSL. As we go to the higher DZs, 15,000ft, 16,900ft and 17192ft MSL, those have been sport (solo) landings so far. We have an excellent drop zone at 15,000ft, but due to the weather complexities and size of the dz up there, we need next to perfect conditions for tandem landings at 15k. Each year we plan it, but always exercise patience. For example last year the wind conditions were perfect, but we had a fresh snow cover to contend with so we could not identify the ruts and rocks in the grounds visually, so we called off the jump. Hope that info helps. Tom, I have done a few O2 jumps do you mind discussing the O2 systems you are using?Propblast Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TomNoonan 1 #6 June 16, 2014 Hi Propblast, We are using a constant flow system that was originally developed for climbers that are using it to summit Mount Everest. The 02 developer/technician worked with our team over a three year period to develop the current version that we are using. Some of the earlier systems that we used were more bulky and rigid, this new system allows for a greater range of motion and more efficient use of size and equipment weight. Hope that helps! If you have any specific questions, please feel free to contact me at skydiveearth@gmail.com and if your in the Deland area, you are welcome to come by and I can walk you through the system in person with the units that I have here.Namaste, Tom Noonan www.everest-skydive.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wolfriverjoe 1,523 #7 June 19, 2014 This may have been addressed before, but what is your exit altitude (MSL)?"There are NO situations which do not call for a French Maid outfit." Lucky McSwervy "~ya don't GET old by being weak & stupid!" - Airtwardo Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TomNoonan 1 #8 June 19, 2014 Hi Joe Exit altitude depends on aircraft. In the porter, typically 27,000-29,200ft, with a couple of exits at 30,200ft MSL. AStar: 21,000ft-25,000ft MSL.Namaste, Tom Noonan www.everest-skydive.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wolfriverjoe 1,523 #9 June 19, 2014 Thank you."There are NO situations which do not call for a French Maid outfit." Lucky McSwervy "~ya don't GET old by being weak & stupid!" - Airtwardo Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
