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Strong Enterprises owner’s manual. Para-Cushion model 303 Back
11236 Satellite Blvd. Orlando, FL 32837 Tel.: (407) 859-9317 Fax: (407) 850-6978
www.strongparachutes.com
8.0 Repair Guidelines
The following repair specification is set forth to aid riggers in the maintenance of Strong Parachutes. Repairs
must be made only be appropriately rated FAA certified parachute riggers.
CANOPY
TYPE OF REPAIR
LIMITATIONS
Re-stitching:
No limit as to length or number.
Patch, single side:
Size limit: 50% of panel area.
Limit of 3 per panel, 15 per canopy.
Panel replacement:
Limit 9 per canopy
Radial Seams:
Size limit: 12”, no more than 4 per canopy.
Lateral bands:
Damage: size limit 2”
Upper
Limit: 1 per canopy
Lower
Limit: 4 per canopy
“V” tabs:
No limit
Suspension Lines:
No Limit
PILOT CHUTE
Use restitching or single side patch. Anything more, replace.
PILOT CHUTE CAP
Replace when spandura fabric becomes worn.
CLOSING LOOP
Replace one time per year. See Chapter 8.
BRIDLES
Damaged bridles should be replaced
CONTAINER
Standard military single side patches or replacement of the damaged area is authorized.
HARNESS
Any portion of the harness which is structurally damaged should be replaced in a manner to duplicate the
original equipment.
RIPCORDS
Damaged ripcords should be replaced.
DATA CARD
Data cards should not be discarded or replaced. When filled, they should be attached to the new card so a
complete log of packing, repairs, and alterations is recorded. This is the history of the parachute.
Note!
Darning and ripstop tape are not authorized for certified canopies as they may weaken the fabric. Single
side patches are recommended for even small damaged areas.
