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Parachute Rigger Handbook

FAA-H-8083-17A Version 2015 (Change 1)
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Chapter 5

Inspection and Packing

  1. Wrap the center cell around the folded canopy with the left and right about halfway to the center, then secure with clamps starting at the bottom. [Figure 5-93] The width of the folded canopy should be the width of the D-bag plus 2 inches (5cm).
  2. Continue to wrap the center cell around the canopy stack and secure with additional clamps. [Figure 5-94]

Step 5. Placing the Canopy into the Deployment Bag and Stowing the Lines

  1. Lift the base of the folded canopy and slide the reserve bag underneath. The grommets in the tongue of the bag should be even with the bottom of the stack. [Figure 5-95]
  2. Make a second “S” fold to match Figure 5-96.
  3. Split the loose fabric at the top to form two “ears.” [Figure 5-97]
  4. Gather the center cell material along the middle seam until you reach the bottom. Roll the material under, but do not cover the center cell. [Figure 5-98]
Figure 5-93. Wrap tail, two clamps.
Figure 5-93. Wrap tail, two clamps.
Figure 5-95. Bag positioned under canopy.
Figure 5-95. Bag positioned under canopy.
Figure 5-96. Second “S” fold.
Figure 5-96. Second “S” fold.
Figure 5-94. Finish wrapping tail, four clamps.
Figure 5-94. Finish wrapping tail, four clamps.
Figure 5-97. Split fabric and form “ears.”
Figure 5-97. Split fabric and form “ears.”
  1. Hold down the center cell material and then shape the molar folds. [Figure 5-99]
  2. Fold the ends of the molar folds under to create the bulk necessary to fill the top of the reserve bag. [Figure 5-100]
  3. When placing the canopy in the bag, allow the folded canopy to stick out 2–3 inches at the mouth of the bag to fill the corners of the reserve container. [Figure 5-101]
  4. Close bag and secure with the locking stows. [Figure 5-102]
  5. Shape the bag. The shape of the bag should reflect the desired shape of the reserve container.
  6. Cover any exposed hook Velcro® to avoid contact with the lines.
Figure 5-98. Gather and roll center seam fabric.
Figure 5-98. Gather and roll center seam fabric.
Figure 5-99. Shape molar folds.
Figure 5-99. Shape molar folds.
Figure 5-100. Fold molar ends under.
Figure 5-100. Fold molar ends under.
  1. Stow the lines neatly leaving sufficient line between the bag and riser ends. [Figure 5-103]
  2. Thread the pull-up cord through the closing loop.
Figure 5-101. Place canopy in bag.
Figure 5-101. Place canopy in bag.
Figure 5-102. Close bag and secure locking stows.
Figure 5-102. Close bag and secure locking stows.

Step 6. Placing the Bag into the Container and Closing the Container

  1. Place reserve risers into the pack tray. Spread the risers with the rear riser to the outside to minimize the bulk against the back pad. [Figure 5-104]
  2. Place the reserve bag into the container and S-fold the bridle in the center of the bag. [Figure 5-105]
  3. Fold the top yoke portion of the bag over the bridle. [Figure 5-106]
  4. Secure in place with a clamp. [Figure 5-107]
Figure 5-103. Stow lines.
Figure 5-103. Stow lines.
Figure 5-106. Fold the yoke over the bridle.
Figure 5-106. Fold the yoke over the bridle.
Figure 5-107. Secure yoke/bridle with clamp.
Figure 5-107. Secure yoke/bridle with clamp.