wrote:

Am I missing something? Here is some text from the linked website.
Their own information seems to contradict.

"Because of the advanced characteristics of these canopy designs, the
Sport Aviator model may only be used by individuals who either have
ram-air jumping experience such as skydiving, or have received special
training in the use and performance of these canopies."

and....

"The heart of the system is the P-124 ram-air canopy which is designed
for use by airmen who may have no prior jump experience or who may
even be incapacitated to some degree."


Which is it? Both are referring to the P-124 canopy design.

That web site is confusing, as it appears to refer to a Sport Aviator
model and a Pilot Emergency model, but doesn't tell you which is which.
This website by the designers and manufacturers of the P-124 is clear
about it:

http://www.rigginginnovations.com/products/aviator.htm

They show four models "For experienced Ram-Air Skydivers or training
personnel only", and two models for pilots without that experience.
Those two models deploy in the "braked" configuration.

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