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Old December 3rd 08, 07:27 PM posted to rec.aviation.soaring
qflyer1
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Default Parachute 20 year limit

On Dec 3, 11:34*am, wrote:
I have a security chute that is older than twenty years of
experience. *Are you guys finding that the repackers are refusing to
recertify past twenty years? *Seems the manufacturers have put out
service bulletins recomending twenty year service limits. *I am
interested in getting this chute repacked if possible. *Please let me
know of anyone that might inspect this chute. *Preferably near
Atlanta, GA.


In Atlanta, go see Red Payne at Flight Concepts
770-279-7733 - Norcross
He works on pilot rigs on Fridays

He knows his stuff. Does the rigging for MGSA.
My Strong chute is approaching 20 years and he says it's still in good
shape.

Cheers,
Tim
1FL