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Parachute Rigger Regulatory Compliance

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As with other airman certificates, there are additional parts of 14 CFR that are of direct concern to the parachute rigger in addition to those alr…

14 CFR PART 105 SUBPART C— PARACHUTE EQUIPMENT AND PACKING

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This part deals with the use of parachutes in the United States. The following areas are of interest to parachute riggers: Main parachutes used fo…

14 CFR PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES

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This part specifically deals with Airworthiness Directives (ADs). An AD is an amendment to the Code of Federal Regulations. An AD must be complied…

14 CFR PART 91—GENERAL OPERATING AND FLIGHT RULES

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Section 91.307 deals with parachutes and parachuting. This section defines an "approved parachute" and states the repack time for parachute…

14 CFR PART 21 SUBPART O—TECHNICAL STANDARD ORDERS (TSO)

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A Technical Standard Order (TSO) is issued by the Administrator and is a minimum performance standard for specified articles, such as parachutes. It…

Alternate Means of Qualifying for A Parachute Rigger Certificate

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Active duty military personnel and civilian personnel, who work for the military as parachute riggers, may qualify for a senior parachute rigger cer…

Parachute Rigger Handbook

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The parachute rigger operational handbook introduces the basic skills necessary for acquiring a parachute rigger certificate. It is developed by the Flight Standards Service, Airman Testing Standard…

14 CFR PART 1—DEFINITIONS

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This part provides legal definitions for words and abbreviations under this title. One of the more important terms in this part is that of the Administrator. The Administrator is the administrative …

Parachute Service Life

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There is no service life on the parachute; it may be considered airworthy as long as it meets its technical standard order. While the parachute appears to be in good condition, there are not many no…

Pilot VS Parachute Size

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With 250 pounds under a 22-foot diameter canopy, the pilot probably will drop from the sky at an excessive rate of descent. A common assumption in this situation is that it is unlikely he will need t…

14 CFR PART 91—GENERAL OPERATING AND FLIGHT RULES

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Section 91.307 deals with parachutes and parachuting. This section defines an "approved parachute" and states the repack time for parachute…

14 CFR PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES

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This part specifically deals with Airworthiness Directives (ADs). An AD is an amendment to the Code of Federal Regulations. An AD must be complied wi…

14 CFR PART 21 SUBPART O—TECHNICAL STANDARD ORDERS (TSO)

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A Technical Standard Order (TSO) is issued by the Administrator and is a minimum performance standard for specified articles, such as parachutes. It …

14 CFR PART 1—DEFINITIONS

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This part provides legal definitions for words and abbreviations under this title. One of the more important terms in this part is that of the Administrator. The Administrator is the administrative h…

Responsibilities of A Certificated Parachute Rigger

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Parachute riggers have a broad range of responsibilities that include facilities and equipment, performance standards, records, and use of their seal…

Alternate Means of Qualifying for A Parachute Rigger Certificate

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Active duty military personnel and civilian personnel, who work for the military as parachute riggers, may qualify for a senior parachute rigger cert…

Parachute Rigger Certificates

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Parachutes intended for emergency use in civil aircraft in the United States, including the reserve parachute of a dual parachute system to be used for intentional jumping, must be packed, maintained…

Parachute Rigger Handbook

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The parachute rigger operational handbook introduces the basic skills necessary for acquiring a parachute rigger certificate. It is developed by the Flight Standards Service, Airman Testing Standar…

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