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Ken,
I found out today that Parachutes Australia have
issued a Service Bulletin (No.PA SB9502 Rev 2) which lifes their
containers,harness and canopies for the types listed, at 20yrs. The list
includes most types which we normally use in gliders, including the slimpacks
and thinbacks. If the equipment has exceeded that time, it is to be taken out of
service.
We have 8 which are suddenly of no use, and I
suspect many other clubs are in a similar situation.
I don't recall seeing any advice on this matter and
note that the bulletin distribution did not include GFA, although I was
told "someone at GFA office"was informed.
As there is a requirement to have a serviceable
parachute for comps, this may affect some entrants to this years events.
Forwarded for your information.
Regards
Glenn Mclean |
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