Apologies to Ron. You had no idea what you started.
But people take these things too lightly.
Highly recommend doing a couple of jumps so you know what it feels
like, even if the jump isn't started from a damaged aircraft. My
personal preference is for a square parachute. They have great
directional and speed control, but owners need to be trained or at least
briefed. I can do a stand-up spot landing, a good feeling to have while
strapping it on tightly prior to flight.
Learned long ago the pains involved in opening a parachute with a
loose harness...
Imagine someone kicking you in the groin. The pain goes up to your eyes.
Back to the start: There is no time limit on any parachute, since the
certification method used didn't specify one.
This includes Para-Phernalia, who first mentioned the 20-year subject.
Passing inspection is up to your rigger. You can always retire the chute
yourself, just cut the suspension lines and it's done.
Jim
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