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Strong Enterprises Owner’s Manual. Para-Cushion model 306 Squadron Seat
11236 Satellite Blvd. Orlando, FL 32837 Tel: (407) 859-9317 Fax: (407) 850-6978
www.strongparachutes.com [email protected]
7. Repair Guidelines
The following repair specification is set forth to aid riggers in the maintenance of Strong Parachutes.
Repairs must only be made by appropriately rated FAA certificated 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 re-stitching or single side patch. Anything more, replace.
PILOT CHUTE CAP
Replace when Spandura fabric becomes worn.
LOCKING LOOP
Replace one time per year. (See Chapter 8). Length for 306 Squadron Seat closing loop is 10 inches,
with a tolerance of +0,-1/4 inch. Change if out of tolerance or worn.
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 must 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.
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