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Strong Enterprises owner’s manual. Para-Cushion

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1. Introduction

Thank you for purchasing a new Para-Cushion Model L-39 Emergency Parachute System from 

Strong Enterprises.  It is one of the finest available anywhere and with a little care, should last 

you a very long time.  Rest assured that your new Para Cushion has been constructed to retain the 

durability, reliability and comfort that Strong Enterprises has been building into its products for 

over 50 years. We welcome your comments so that we may continue to improve our products and 

help make flying safer and more comfortable. 

1.1 Scope

This  owner’s  manual  constitutes  the  manufacturer’s  instructions  for  the  operation,  packing  and 

maintenance of the L-39 Emergency Parachute System

.

1.2 FAA Approval

Originally  certified  in  1973  under  TSO  C-23b,  standard  category,  the  Para-Cushion  parachute 

assemblies were upgraded in 1992 and are now FAA approved under TSO C-23c, (in accordance 

with AS 8015A category B and FAR 21, Subpart O).

1.3 Operational Limitations

Limited to use by persons up to 254 lbs (115 kg) fully equipped (person, clothes and equipment), and 

up to 150 knots IAS when equipped with the C-9 Parachute Assembly.

1.4 Repack Cycle

Your Para-Cushion model L-39 is designed for a 365-day repack cycle. Your countries laws may 
dictate  a  stricter  schedule,  check  your  local  regulations.  The Para-Cushion model L-39 must  be 
packed by an FAA certificated parachute rigger, or foreign equivalent, with an appropriate rating 
or  returned  to  Strong  Enterprises  for  inspection  and  repack.  If  your  Para-Cushion  is  exposed  to 
moisture, excessive dirt or is damaged it should be inspected sooner than the maximum allowed.

Note!

USA current repack regulations can be found in FAA FAR 91.307

1.5 Model Description

The  Para-Cushion  series  of  Emergency  Parachutes,  including  the  L-39  Emergency  Parachute 

System, is an FAA approved emergency parachute system fitted with a round, steerable canopy. The 

Para-Cushion model L-39 has been designed exclusively for use in the L-39 Jet Trainer. The system 

replaces the original Czech Parachute Seat Harness. The unique arrangement of each Para-Cushion 

system, with its externally mounted pilot chute (U.S. Patent #3,908,937) allows for a soft flexible 

container with protected ripcord pins.

! WARNING !

This Parachute System must be installed 

by a trained and appropriately rated Aircraft Mechanic.

Summary of Contents for 401010

Page 1: ...a Cushion Model L 39 Part Number 124112 with Strong C 9 Canopy Part Number 401010 Revision D March 2021 L 39 Jet Trainer Manual P N 510085 Owner s Manual For packing and maintenance of US Patent 3 908 937 ...

Page 2: ...parachutes you are assuming a considerable risk of personal injury or death If you are not willing to assume that risk please return the parachute to the dealer where it was purchased for a full refund DISCLAIMER There are NO WARRANTIES which extend beyond the description of the parachutes in this manual and neither the seller nor any agent of the seller has made any affirmation of fact or promise...

Page 3: ...w to get out of the Airplane 7 1 13 How to open the Parachute 7 1 14 How to Steer 7 1 15 How to Land 8 1 16 Recovery 8 1 17 Reporting Equipment Improvement Recommendations 9 2 L 39 Product Description 9 2 1 Parts List 10 3 Required Packing Tools 11 4 Prepare Parachute for Packing 12 5 Pre Packing Inspection 12 6 Packing the L 39 Parachute System 13 6 1 Folding the Parachute 13 6 2 Stowing the Line...

Page 4: ...ped person clothes and equipment and up to 150 knots IAS when equipped with the C 9 Parachute Assembly 1 4 Repack Cycle Your Para Cushion model L 39 is designed for a 365 day repack cycle Your countries laws may dictate a stricter schedule check your local regulations The Para Cushion model L 39 must be packed by an FAA certificated parachute rigger or foreign equivalent with an appropriate rating...

Page 5: ...ices and should be treated with great care Parachutes are made of nylon a very strong and durable but not invincible material Nylon is deteriorated by small amounts of acid and weakened by ultraviolet sunlight These surface effects do not seriously influence thicker materials such as webbing or pack material but canopy cloth is very vulnerable If your Para Cushion is opened or used it should be br...

Page 6: ...putting the parachute on for the first time unsnap the straps and loosen all adjustment points Sit down and slip your arms through the main lift web the vertical straps in front much like putting on a jacket Next reach between your legs pick up each leg strap untwist them if necessary and snap them in place on each side of the lower portion of the main lift webs Right strap snaps into the right si...

Page 7: ...ll check to make sure it is the handle in your hand not some other piece of hardware Back the handle up to the housing to create slack in the cable then punch it out again The entire cable assembly should come completely out of the housing To reduce the pull force push the handle in the direction that the protective ripcord housing points rather than straight out from your chest The ripcord housin...

Page 8: ...de through and hit the ground afterwards You should be able to avoid power lines but if not throw away the ripcord it is an electrical conductor If suspended from a power line do not attempt to climb down and do not accept assistance from anyone until the power has been shut off To prepare for a water landing the chest strap may be unfastened except with the Aerobatic harness as long as you cross ...

Page 9: ...r use in the L 39 and L 29 Trainer Jets This design incorporates the Russian designed Parachute Harness Pilot Restraint system found on the original parachute assembly As designed this system perfectly replaces the original equipment while providing the pilot with absolute comfort found on the Strong Enterprises entire line of Para Cushions ...

Page 10: ...er Assembly 124114 2 1 Parts List 26 foot C 9 Canopy 401010 Ripcord Assembly 611406 Pilot Chute Lil Grabber 790121 Locking Loop 861044 Cap for Pilot Chute 799030 Carrying Bag 816007 Owner s Manual 510085 Static Line 16 ft length 5 8 tubular 780530 G Pad Back Cushion with Sheepskin padding 812114 ...

Page 11: ...Required Packing Tools A Shot Bags at least 4 each B Line Separator 1 each C Pilot Chute Locking Rod 1 each D Pilot Chute Locking Strap 1 each E T handles 3 each F Pull Up Cords 3 each G Flat Head Screwdriver 1 each H Tension Plate 1 each I Tension Hook 1 each A B C D E F G H I ...

Page 12: ...ction Always perform the following inspection prior to packing Inspect the entire assembly for completeness and any damage Inspect Pilot Chute and bridle Check that the larks head knot on the pilot chute is secure Inspect Apex area Check entire canopy for damage Inspect lines for damage Check line sequence and 4 line release system Check that the screws are tight in the L Bars Inspect Harness and ...

Page 13: ...er side facing down Inspect entire assembly for completeness and any damage Check line sequence and 4 line release system Flake canopy and pleat in the normal manner with an equal number of gores to each side 6 1 2 Fold skirt up 90º on each side parallel to the radial seams 6 Packing the L 39 Emergency Parachute System 6 1 Folding the Parachute ...

Page 14: ...trongparachutes com 6 1 3 Fold the canopy into thirds by bringing the sides up to the middle First right side and then left 6 1 4 Long fold the canopy into fifths long and tight bringing the right side just past center then folding the left side over center ...

Page 15: ...Cushion www strongparachutes com 6 2 Stowing the Lines 6 2 1 Release tension from the assembly and prepare container to begin stowing lines by laying the risers in the pack tray 6 2 2 Lay risers under riser covers and close with Velcro provided ...

Page 16: ...arachutes com 6 2 3 Keeping lines straight and untwisted make your first stow in the top left of the container extending about 1 1 2 inches past the stow band 6 2 4 Extend the lines down the pack tray making your second stow in the wearer s bottom left stow band ...

Page 17: ...nue stowing the lines in the same manner up then down until stow bands on left are complete 6 2 6 Cross over with the lines to the other side going in between the 2nd and 3rd grommets in the container Make the first stow on the right side bottom inboard stow band as shown in the picture ...

Page 18: ...rachutes com 6 2 7 Make your second stow in the inboard top right side as shown in the picture 6 2 8 Continue stowing the lines in the right side of the container up then down until all lines are stowed and you have about 12 to 18 inches of unstowed line remaining ...

Page 19: ...ommets in bottom of container 6 3 1 Place skirt of the canopy in top right corner with canopy laying across top of container Make a 90 turn with the canopy and make the of parachute down the right side Place the canopy in position and extend down to the right bottom corner of container 6 3 Placing the Parachute into the Container ...

Page 20: ... 45º fold and bring canopy over to left side Canopy should pass between the bottom two grommets T handles Allow the canopy to extend about 5 past the bottom of the container 6 3 3 Next fold remaining parachute into the container up the right side to the skirt S fold any remaining canopy up close to but not on top of the skirt ...

Page 21: ...oss the bottom of container filling in the bottom and right corner Bring protector flaps located around grommets up around T handles These flaps keep lines and canopy away from closing loops and grommets 6 4 1 Begin closing the container by bringing the bottom flap up and inserting bottom T handle through grommet 6 4 Closing the Flaps of the Container ...

Page 22: ...eeping the canopy outboard will create a nest that the pilot chute will eventually snuggle into Route the bridle out in between the 1st and 2nd grommets of container 6 4 3 Close the left side flap the canopy should be tight against the outboard side Slide the grommets of the flap over the T handles Reach inside and make sure protector flaps have not shifted or moved No part of the canopy should be...

Page 23: ... 5 Closing the Container 6 5 1 The small opening at the top of the parachute system is for the static line Locate the opening and insert the end of the static line with the round ring 6 inches into this slot Locate the Velcro on the static line and mate with the Velcro on the top flap Stow the remaining static line temporarily in a rubber band ...

Page 24: ...S fold the bridle of the pilot chute in between the 1st and 2nd grommets of the flaps and tuck in between flaps slightly 6 5 3 Collapse Pilot Chute onto the locking rod Secure with pilot chute locking strap Make sure locking rod and strap are at 90 angle to pilot chute looping lock ...

Page 25: ...g loops next to T handles Run a pull up cord through the 2 loops of the pilot chute and the loop located inside the bottom left flap Insert your pull up cords through the T handles 6 5 5 Prepare to flip the container over onto its back by placing your right hand on top of the compressed pilot chute and your left hand under the container This will help keep everything secure and in place ...

Page 26: ...6 5 6 In one continuous fluid motion flip the container over onto its back Peel back the Velcro on the back pad and lift exposing the grommets T handles and ripcord pins 6 5 7 Pull the T handles out of the container bringing the pull up cords through the container up with them ...

Page 27: ...nter locking loop through and lock in place with center pin Now pull the bottom pull up cord up and expose the loop attached to the bottom left flap of the container Lock in place with the last pin of the ripcord assembly and gently remove the pull up cords to avoid damaging the locking loops 6 5 9 Stow the static line in the pocket provided on the outside of the container Static line should be st...

Page 28: ... s manual Para Cushion www strongparachutes com 6 5 10 Seal the last pin fill out data on packing data card count your tools and dress the assembly WARNING Count your tools to insure you have not left any in the packed parachute ...

Page 29: ...eplace PILOT CHUTE CAP Replace when Spandura fabric becomes worn LOCKING LOOP Replace one time per year See Chapter 8 Length for L 39 locking loop is 10 0 1 4 Change if out of tolerance or worn BRIDLES AND STATIC LINES Damaged bridles and static lines should be replaced CONTAINER Standard military single side patches or replacement of the damaged area is authorized HARNESS Any portion of the harne...

Page 30: ...gh down up on the other side then down again on the opposite edge followed by a good surgeon s knot Note The Pilot Chute Loop must be placed as close to dead center as possible Being off even a couple of degrees may cause The Pilot Chute to not sit properly on the packed container 8 3 If you are replacing the cap you must make two small holes where the loops will come through the Spandura Do this ...

Page 31: ... the holes with your hand tack needle 8 5 Hand tack new cap in place at 90º angles to the loops Do this by going through pilot chute top and through Spandura as close to binding tape as possible Tie off with surgeon s knot Note Be careful not to catch the pilot chute canopy cloth below the stitch line at the top of the pilot chute Doing so may result in stress being put on the cloth resulting in a...

Page 32: ...32 Strong Enterprises owner s manual Para Cushion www strongparachutes com ...

Page 33: ... L 39 PARA CUSHION EMERGENCY SYSTEM Custom Monogram PN 099105 We can monogram your name N number Company Name Nose Art or anything you can imagine Space provided 6 X 2 5 Call or email for more information and pricing ...

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