Aviation Dictionary

Shock cord

A straight elastic cord comprised of continuous strands of rubber encased in a braided cover. Used today primarily for Safety Stow ® loops on free bags.

Dictionary Term

Shock cord

Definition

A straight elastic cord comprised of continuous strands of rubber encased in a braided cover. Used today primarily for Safety Stow ® loops on free bags.

References

Parachute Rigger Handbook, Federal Aviation Administration, 2015