July 1995 - Parachute Industry Association

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Volume 95-3
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Parachute Industry
Assoclation 1 994-95 Off icers
President
Cliff Schmucker
SSK Ind. Inc. / Stewart Systems
Vice-Presidenl
George Galloway
Precisioi Aerodvnamrcs
SecreIary
Nancv LaBiviere
Parachute Labs, Inc. / Jump Shack
Treasurer
Dori Bachman
Para-Gear Equipment Company, Inc.
Executive Advisor
Elek Puskas
Para-Flite, Inc.
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To our Members and Subscribers:
1995 Slandlng Commlttee Chalrs
DZ / Sporl Promotion
Al Gramando
Accelerated Freefall East
Membership
Dan Wilcox
Relative Workshoo
Museum
Lowell Bachman
Para-Gear Equipment Company, Inc.
Riooino
AlleriSilVer
Silver Parachule Sales & Serv.
So
Svmposium'95
Da-n Tarasievich
Para-Phernalia, Inc.
es
Svmposium'97
Palricia Chernis
Norlhern Lite Enterprises, Inc.
Technical
John LeBlanc
Performance Designs
1995 Ad-Hoc Commlttee Chalrs
Communications Seruices
Cliff Schmucker
SSK lrd. Inc. / Stewart Systems
Ethics
George Galloway
Precisioi Aerodvnamrcs
Headeuarlers
Lowell Bachman
Para-Gear Equipment Company, Inc.
Soecifications
Bill Gerrow
Performance Texti les, Inc.
Steerino
Sandv R-eid
RigEing Inn6vations, Inc.
Our upcoming meeting in Germany is a grand opportunity
to familiarize others in the World Parachuting
Community with our organization, what we represent,
and what we are all about. I encourage everyone to
attend what will truly be a most unique meeting for our
organization.
It is great to see between-meeting progress occurring
in a number of projects: Symposium '97, Dual Square
ff?,:1fr:fle':"il#
le. This work is wha"t
will keep our organization growing, and allow continued
information and services to be offered to the
parachuting comm unity.
Because of a few late breaking items, we have elected
to delay publication of this issue by two weeks.
Also, to be quite honest, this being a non-meeting
issue, there was a lot of scrambling for material to
include. Again we would like to encourage everyone
who has anything to contribute to this publication to
So,rffielllbers and readers alike. Para NewsBrief is
about us, what we do, and how we do it. Above all,
Para NewsBrief is a method to get important information
to parachute users and riggers.
,(//l
Cliff Schmucker,
President

NEW PRODI.ICTS
Tackin$ Cord
Parastock now has tacking cord with a finish that holds knots like "magic". This is the
same certified minimum 50 pound tensilc strength nylon cord, only thl finish is different.
Tie waxed cord together with a square knot, leaving the tails about 3'' long, and tie the
new style the same way. Pull on the pieces to see how much effort it takes to make the
square knot slip. Tensile tests show that the waxed knot slips apart at just under 20
pounds. The new style holds until the cord breaks.
Put some of this "magic" in your riggers kit. A 500 yard spool of out' new hand tack cord
(U2lb.) sells for $28.60. Contact Dan Wilcox at Parastock, Inc. (90+)736-7589.
PD 1 13 Reserue Now Available
After spending a great deal of time in research, development and testrng, the PD 113
Reserve has received FAA approval under the new TSO C23(d). This is the first PD
Reserve specifically designed and tested to mcet the new TSO requirr:ments. The new
TSO is a more stringent testing program and addresses new standardr; not previously
required by the old TSO-CZ3(c). The PD 113R was successfully drop tqsted with 300
pounds aI2O5 MPH, which is well beyond thc old and the new TSO's requirements. For
optimum flight and landing characteristics, the recommended maximum suspended weight
for this reserve is 135 lbs. Like their other reserves, PD has continued to use spanwise
and chordwise reinforcement tapes, which is rare on a reserve that pa,lks this small. The
PD 1 13R will fit into the tiniest rigs available. The PD 113R has preclictable and
responsive handling, and the very efficient airfoil design enables better landings than you
would expect from such a small re3erve. Performance designs also hirve several other
TSOed rescrves sized from 126 to 253 square feet. For more inform;rtion, contact
Performance Designs.
Para NewsBriet - July 199.5 Volume 9-5-3

FYI
2nd Air Press Symposium
Berblinger Solar Powered Aircraft
hc 2nd Air Press symposium will bc hcld
this year lrom Novcmber 09 to Novcmbcr
12 in a beautiful town one hour liom Sao Paulo.
Thc Symposium will takc placc in a nice hotcl
whcre c

Boogie in Brasil
Skydive City Alive and Well
Thc .socond annual Boogio in Brasil is bcing

Committee News
July 1995
Executive Committee
Thc Executive Committcc mct on May
22 in Atlanta, Gcorgia. The main itcm of
busincss was selcction o[ the Symposium
'97 Dircctor. Cheryl Zimmcrmann. who
hold this position foi Symposium '95 was
again hircd.
Addition itcnrs ol'busincss includcd plans
lbr thc Fcbruary 1996 mccting, and
Specil'ication Comnrittcc's plans t

makcr, computcr hook-up, and daily
ncwspaper.
Technical Committee
From July 17-19,1995, rcprescntatives of
USPA, PI.A and thc FAA gathercd in
Oklahoma City at the FAA Civil
Acromedical Instituto (CAMD to conduct
a scrics o[ tosls involving the usc of thc
parachutc harness as part ofthe personncl
rcstraint systoms for skydiving aircrall. 4
dil'l'erent harncss and container systems
wcrc tcsted ovt:r a scries of 11 tests.
Thoso tesls involved thc use of dynamic
impact tcst slcd at the Biodynamics
Research Section of the Protection and
Survival Laboratory through the use of
this slod and anthropometic dummies,
various parachute harncsses and
attachmcnt systcms wcre tested and
documcntcd t

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MAKING OF A 'DROP ZONE' - THE IUOVIE . Guy Manos
- S-3 ORGANIZING AND FLYING BIG WAIaS . Guy Manos
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_ S-4 USPA SAFETY AND TRAINING PROGRAMS . lackGregory
- S-5 TANDEM SIDE SPIN PHENOMENON " Eill Morrissey
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SEPTEMBER 18.20
MONTTUESIWED
(Following the CISM Meeting in Rome, ltaly and the World Formation Meet in
Gap, France; Prior to the World Freestyle Meet in Ampting, Germany and the
World Pops Meet in Ampuvia, Spain)
Make Your Travel Plans and Reservations Now:
"Landhotel Walwinkel" Hotel, located just
outside of Wrinnenberg, Germany
(Home of Airtec GmbH)
DM 119,- per Person, per Night (lncludes Breakfast)
To make Hotel Reservations, Contact Sylvia Watolla at
Airtec GmbH: 4929538010, Fax 4929531293
(Those who have already responded to the Meeting questionnaire in the April,
1995 Para NewsBrief will be receivinq written Hotel confirmation
I
Rev. 7/18/95 9:03 AM

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If you haven't got your plans together for September's meeting, the time is now! Helmut Cloth has been busy
making sure this a most memorable event. Indications are that we will have many visitors that nclrmally can
not attend; this is an opportunity to show others what we are all about.
Transportation:
Based on the responses received to date from the April, 1995 Para NewsBrief Survey, group transportation
from Gap or to Ampfing is nol possible. If you are planning on attending one of the four major events prior
to or after the meeting, we suggest making plans by air, train, or car.
Reasonable airfare from the U.S. is limited for this time peritd; check with your travel agent now to get the
best possible arrangements to Frankfurt. (For those from the U.S. who need help, Dori Bachman's travel
agent is familiar with the situation: Sherry Fowler @ 800-872-8399.)
For those traveling by air to the Frankfurl Airport, rental cars are available, and there is a train leaving every
10 minutes for the Frankfurt main station (about a 12 minute trip). From there, the ICE (high speed train, 250
km. per hour) goes to Kassel / Wilhelmshrihe (about 80 minutes). The train leaves hourly, the cost isDM 72,-
one-way. Group discount fares are available. (A 10-day European train pass is available for DM 476,-.)
Airtec will provide transportation from Kassel to the Hotel. Please call or fax Sylvia Watolla at Airtec with
your Frankfurt Flight arrival date and time so lhat train schedules can be sent or faxed" and pick-up
arrangements at Kassel can be made. Rental car information is also available from Sylvia. In addition, you
will receive tips and instructions lo make your lrip and stay easier and more enjoyable.
Facilities:
The meeting is being held at the "Landhotel Walwinkel", located just outside of Wi.innenberg. Helmut and I
just visited there last week and the facilities are really first class!
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The price per person is DM 119,- per night (about $85.00 U.S. with today's exchange rate). This includes
breakfast (no small event); the meeting rooms, along with two coffee breaks each day with fruit, yogurt, cake,
coffee, and tea; two inside pools, a sauna, a Finnish sauna, a Roman steambath, and whirlpool.
Other Activities : (T r ans por tatio n prov ide d. )
Monday Evening: A visit to Paderborn old town. A 1000 year old portion of Helmut's home town, includes
many old buildings, a huge Cathedral, all located around the center square of the town. Our trip will conclude
at a typical German Inn.
Tuesday Evening: A trip to Bad Lippspringe, another nearby town, which is also the site of a British Military
DZ Club.
their Turbine Twin Islanders at no c/rarge. Bring your gear!
Hoping to see you there!
Cl iff Schmucker, President
Rev. 7/18/95 8:59 AM

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Federcl Avi

FAA PART 65 UPDATE
Dear PIA Membcr:
As you can see liom the latest lettcr I rcccivcd from thc FAA, our Part 6-5 update project has once again
run into a brick wall. The FAA has closcd the docke t on thc pclilion request which mcans that the FAA
has rcmoved it fiom any consideralion. (Wc'rr: not even on the long list, let alone the shorl list of items
they aclually wolk tiom).
Ttre FA.afgg$$budgetary constraints and more pressing satety problems as the reason for closing the
docke t. Skydiving has always been a much misunderstood activity which the FAA for the most part has
allowed it lo regulate itscl[. Thc public is not aghast at the 30-40 skydivers which are killed every year
and skydivers art: rarcly killcd by rigger or cquipnrent failures, so we have cnded up in a governmcnt
machine which irr my opinion, may ncver find any lime, money, or need to update Subparl F.
In my opinion, we have two slim to none chanccs to further this pro.ject. Thc first is the next regulalory
review. Chances are w€ will again find ourselvcs loo far down on the priority list and lhe FAA will tind
that lhcy will run out of money before they reach our priority level.
Thcre is one thing that could movc us up thc list high enough to get the projecl worked on. That thing is
a simplc little lcltcr from you! I asked not thal long ago lrom everyone lhat reads lhis, be they rigger.
inslruclor. jumpmaster, or just Joe Jumper to write a le tter, bul most didn't do it. ln [act, only l8 lettcn
wcre reccivcd by thc FAA.
I was vcry disappointed al lhe responsc to my requ€st. In fact, I have come very close to saying the hell
with this projcct lwice . This is it tolks, it I don't get the help I need from the PIA membership, I see no
reason lo wasl€ any more oI my time on the project. Papcr will cut brick if we have enough letlers.
Wc nccd well ovcr l0O lctters to the FAA and wc will probably need it morc than once. Eighlcen letters is
a big yawn people ! Below is a sample lcller, so you don't strain anything!
Dear Sir:
Plcase reopcn lhe Dockct #27652. The currcnt Part 6-5 Subpart F "Parachute Riggers" of
the FAR's is grossly outdated and in need of updating for salety reaso]rs. I am in favor of
lhc propor;cd rule changes for Part 6-5 Subpart F as proposed by PIA and summarizcd in the
Federal Rcgister Docke t #27652.
Sinccrcly,
Mailto:
RULES DOCKET #27652
FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION
8OO INDEPENDENCE AVE. SW
WASHINGTON. DC 20.591
** Without your lettcr we can kiss six years o[ work good-bye! If you want to read thc proposed rule
changes, sce Parrr NewsBrie I April 1994.
The sccond slim to none chance is by Congressional help, so you see what chance we have it you don't get
on lhc bandwagon and do your part!
-Paul ThomPson
Para NcwsBrief - Julv 199-5 Volume 9-5-3

Airtec GmbH, the manufacturer of the Cypres AAD, has recently discovered a set o[ nonoriginal
(not Airtec supplied) batteries in a Cypres unit. They are grt:atly concerned aboul
this situation, and the risks that rcsult lrom using such an unapprovcd battery assembly.
Airtec states: "To understand the reasons lbr our great concerns about the usage of nonoriginal
battery assembliqs in thc Cypres, it is neccssary to realize what is involved in the
asscmbly, testing, and quality control ol' thc Cypres battery assembly. Although the
Cypres with the non-Airtec battery assembly (from a source in A.ustralia) did activate
when the skydiver opened too low, it is simply unacceptable to use."
"This particular battery assembly, even though it did utilize the proper cells, does not meet
our spccifications in five critical areas. The loss of quality causcd by this is enormous, this
type of substitution is very dangerous, Cypres units with this non-al,proved assembly will
ultimatcly fail in use."
"Please realtze that our motive in this matter is salety related and his nothing to do with
the loss o[ revenue. The Cypres battery assembly is sold with mininral mark-up, thc costs
are much more than just that of the two battery cells. The fact is, that the only way to
make a reasonable profit on the assembly, is by careless assembl',' techniques, lack of
testing, and lack of quality control, the very problems found with this particular substandard
substitute battery assembly."
"Thcrcfore, we have to again strcss that only Airtec-supplied battery assemblies are
approved for use with Cypres. Please help in our efforts to keep ihe level of safety as high
as possible."
*t*|t*
Acmc Parachute Systcms Co. has receivcd FAA and manufacturer approval for it's
installation of Airtec Cypres AAD's into the Para Flite, Inc. SWIFT II harness/containers.
Numcrous systems have been retrofitted and are now in servicc.
At this time Acme is working on another P.F.l. harncss/container, the EOS, which is
undergoing testing and upgrading. This is to incorprorate several refirrements to allow for
ease oI control operation.
Thc demand for retrofit Cyprcs installations into oldcr manufactured harness/containers
has incrcascd. Acme provides engineering, rigging and administrativr: scrvice.s to
accomplish legal installations. They can be reached at (203)-489-1290.
Para NcwsBriet - July l99-5 Volume 9-5-3

.STRON(; ENTERPRISES
!! ?36 Sntel!lte Blvd.
Orlande, FL 32837 USA
407-859-93 r 7
Frx 407.t50-697E
PRODUCT ALERT
09 August 1995
MIDDLE RINGS
on Dual Hawk Tandem Risers
IDENTIFICATION: Strong Enterprises Type VII niain risers on Dual
Hawk randern syslems: part No. 834606 (Master 425 nrain),
and Part No. 834607 (T-520 main); both manufactured
between 0l January 1994 and 3l July 1995.
BACKGROUND; llsers reported tlrree nriddle rings that literally broke
(separated fronr the riser and were lost on opening). and
seve ral tlrat were defornred (either elorrgated or "potato
chiplletl") Our investigatiorr revealecl that our vendor supplied
nriddle rings u'hich, although vitually identical climensiorrally,
were nraclrined insteacl of forged, and therefore not as strong.
Visually, the two types may not be reliably distinguished fronr
ellch other. Tensile testing shows the forged rings to be nrore
than twicrl as strong as the niachined version. Tests conducted
on RW-2 rings purchased recently fronr a different vendor for
test purpc,ses were also machined. we have no reports of
darnage on solo (non-tandenr) equipnrent. Sonie rrave
suggested that hard openings caused by spectra lines and/or
ZPo canopies may be at fault, but our data does not
substantiare this. While it seems obvious that the nrachined
rirrgs lrav,s permeated the paraclrute industry ov€r the last I
I 12 years. the problenr appears to be restricted to tandem
jumping t'ecause of the the greater forces involvecl. At this
tinre we ilre actively seeking a satisfactory ring to replace the
nrachined ring. Further resring and investigarion is on-going;
we seek any information on broken or danraged rings. we will
issue a service bulletin when more conrplete infornration is
avai lable.
RECOMMENDE,D ACTION: Until more infornration is availatrte, users
should inslpect the middle ring of each tandenr 3-ring 6ssenlbly
prior to every jurnp by vie'*'ing both fror' the front and
especially from the side while turning each nriclctle ring 360
degrees. Any sign of stretchirrg "out of round" or bencling" out
of plane" is cause for immediate repracenrent prior to jumping.

tse JN !s- Pac FE-A1t:'E ROFKSdtt' hC. O8t
1645 N Lexington Avenue
DeLand, Florrda USA 32724
Telephone: (904) 736'7589
Facsinnile: (904) 734-7537
l9 July 1995
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
CONCERNING THE
TANDEM VECTOR RISER GROUNDING IN SWITZERLAND
1) Relative Workshop has not issued a grounding of Type 7 tandem risers.
2) There is not a problem with Tandem Vector main risers,
3) Fact: Three (3) tandem risers produced by Strong Enterprises have recently
failed in Switzerland. Two (2) of them broke the large riser ring (Part #446),
the third riser's #446 ring was deformed. Relative Workshop does not supply
Strong Enterprises with these rings.
4) Edi Weilenmann of the Swiss Parachute Association has grounded all Type 7
tandem risers because they think Relative Workshop has the same problem.
We do not have this oroblem!
5) We have requested information concerning any problems with our tandem
risers from the Swiss Association. They have not given us any information or
outlined any problems concerning Relative Workshop risers, even though they
have communicated with us by Fax twice this week. lf they experienced a
problem, they should have informed us by now.
6) We believe the grounding of Retative Workshop risers is irresoonsible.
lf you require further information, please contact T.K. Donle or Bobby Overbey
at Relative Workshop. Thank you.
; iIOFIIDA
COHP'-]H ATICN

Rigging Tips From Dave DeWolf
Whilc training ncw riggcrs, I have lbund that most people can do the canopy really well,
but putting it in the bag in the same condition is the real problem. The Molar strap (Moes
3rd Hand) is one method, but it is one more thing to leave in and to mess with. I came up
with a systom and have recently improvr:d it, which a lot of people call the DeWol[ Pack.
(Actually it was namcd after a team that came in last at Z-Hills, Oh well).
l. Cocoon the canopy and placc bag undcr it with the lip of the bag even with
the bottom of the canopy (cdge ol'tail).
2. Place.long Bar across canopy just below where the grommet is in the bag,
and with the other hand bring an S fold up to thc bottom edge of the canopy.
3. Place lnng bar over same place (oft top and bring rest o[ canopy over and
place shot bag on the end (like a Safety Flycr).
4. Arrarrge (expose) leading edgc.
5. Place long bar over canopy whcrc the flap of the bag is and using your
knce hold it down very tightly.
6. CAREFULLY ease top ol bag out from undcr this and place one side
(corner) in tho bag and thcn go to thc other corncr and do thc same thing.
(Now you havc the lines in thc bag without moving them at all).
7. Placc long bar on the top of the bag even with the lip and bring canopy
over it. Put knees on flap o[ bag.
8. Molar - Place centor cell in thc center and inscrt thc molars LAST.
You will find this is really good when you have a rather tight lit. It works for all rigs that
I have tricd it on.
Para NcwsBriet- Julv 199-5 Volume 95-3

INTCRNCT
RBBRCVIRflON'
What Those Symbols Meant
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:-) = Funny or Happy
also :) = smiling
:*P = French kiss
'-) or,-) = wink also ') or ,)
:p = Bleech or pppth (sticking out
tongue)
:/) = 11o, Funny also :/
:) = Happy or funny also :> =
smiling also
:X = Ooops! (covering mouth)
:-) = Smirk also :)
:T = Trying to keep straight face
:-O = Oh, Noll (a la MR. BILL)
:{ = Unhappy also :(
:D = Big Smile
:-< = Forelorn also :<
:# = Gensored
:J = Dlsgusted also :l
:W = Whispering or talking softly
:-? = Licking lips
:N = NOll
:Y = YES!
:{ = Vampire
!!! = Really! or Great! or Super!
:J - Tongue in cheek (or
Joking) also :J
??? =What?
:€ = Talking out both sides of
mouth (lying)
??ll = Guess what??
E-l = Evlt grin or naughty grinl
B) = Smiling with Sunglasses on (for
those "brite" statementsl)
;*> or :') = clowning around

FAA CC)MPARISON OF FAR PART 21 WITH ISO 9OO1
August 1994
( PRODUCTION GERTIFICATES}
FAR 9001 COMMENTS
e 21.139 4 09001 aDoears to meet the seneral intent.
s 21,143 421&. FAR requirements go beyond Q9001 by speci$,ing
that data must be submitted for approval.
422
S 2l.la3 (a) (l) 4.1.2 FAR requirements go beyond Q9001 by speci$,ing
S 21.1a3 (a) (2)
46.4&
4.t0.2
$ 2l la3 (a) (3) 49&
4.r0.3 &
4.10.4
that a chart must be submitted.
FAR requirements go beyond Q9001 by emphasizing
description of procedures for ensuring quality of
product that cannot be completely urspected when
delivered.
FAR requirements go beyond Q9001 by speci$,ing
that final test procedure, and for aircraft,
manufacturer's production flight test procedures and
checkoff list, be submrtted for approval.
s 2l ra3 @) (a) 413 FAR requirements go beyond Q9001 by specifoing the
recording of review board decisions.
S 2l la3 (a) (5)
S 2l.la3 (a) (6)
s 21. r43 (b)
4.4.9 &.
4,5.3
42.3 &
4.10.3
46.3 &
4.6.4
FAR requirements go beyond Q9001 by speciS,ing a
system for informing inspectors of changes (ur
addrtion to desiprr/document control ur 09001).
FAR requirements go beyond Q9001 by specifuing
that a list or chart showing location and t1'pe of
rnspection stations be submitted for approval.
FAR requirements go beyond Q9001 by specifying
availability of information regarding delegation of
inspection authority to suppliers.
Analvsis: In our opinion, accreditation of a manufacturer to Q9001 would go a long way
towards meeting FAR Part 21, Subpart G requirements. However, there are a number of
FAR requirements not specifically addressed in Q9001 which would have to be complied
with before approving production.
However, Q9001 exceods FAR Part 21, Subpart G requirements in paragraphs 4.3.1
through 4,3.4,4.4. 1 through 4.4.8,4.5. l and 4.5.2, 4.6.2, 4.7, 4.8,4. 10.5, 4. 1 1. 1 through
4.11.2,4.12, and 4.14 through4.20.2. Using AC 2l-lB as an acceptable means of
compliance, Q9001 would still exceed FAA requirements/guidance in paragraphs 4 3. I
through 4.3.4,4.4.1through4.4.8,4.'1,4.8,4.10.5,4.14,4.t5.1,4.15.4through4.15.6,
and 4.16 through 4.20.2. In our opinion, therefore, FAA approval for production under
FAR Part 2l Subpart [irequirements and AC 2l-lB would not be enough to comply with
Q9001 requirements.
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July 1995
A. H. RICE CORP
AC SOFTWARE LTD.
ACCELERATED FREEFALL EAST, INC.
ACTION AIRPARACHUTES
ADVENTURE LOFT, INC.
AEGIS SAFEry LTD.
AERO GLIDE, INC.
AERO STORE CORP.
AERODYNE RES EARCH CORPORATION
AEROGRAPHICS
AEROTEX PRODUCTS COMPANY
AIRTIME DESIGNS, INC.
AIRTEC GMBH
AIRVENTURES UNINSI.JRED, INC.
ALTICO,INC.
ALTITUDE CONCEPTS
ARCHWAY SKYDIVING CENTRE
ARZONA AERO SPORTS
ARZONA PARACHUTE SUPPLY
AUSTRALIAN PARACHUTE FEDERATION
B & F ENTERPRISES
B&GPRODUCTS,INC.
BALLY RIBBON MILLS
BIG SKY PRODUCTIONS, INC.
BLTJE SKY MAGAZINE
BODY SPORT USA
BOURDON FORGE CO,, INC.
BSD EUREKA SARL
BUSSEMAKER ELLEN
BUTLER PARACHUTE SYSTEMS
C.A.P. CENTRE AEROSPORT DE TOTILOUSE
CAROLINA SKY SPORTS
CONSEW
CUMMINGS RIGGING WORKS
D.L.T. DESIGNS
DJ ASSOCIATES, INC.
DIJRO INDUSTRIES, INC.
ENGINEERED INFORMATION SYSTEMS. INC
FABTEX,INC.
FLIGHT CONCEPTS INTERNATIONAL
FREE FLIGHT ENTERPRISES
FREEFALL EXPRESS
GELVENOR TEXTILES (PfY) LTD.
GREATER KANSAS CITY SKYDIVING CLUB
GUARDIAN PARACHUTE / FXC CORP.
HARRIS & REEDHEAD
HARTWOOD AVIATION INC.
IRVIN INDUSTRIES CANADA LIMITED
IRVIN INDUSTRJES, INC.
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July 1995
JUMP AND FLY
LIFE SUPPORT INTERNATIONAL
NATIONAL PARACHUTE INDUSTRIES, INC.
NORTH AMERICAN AERODYNAMICS, INC,
NORTTMRN LITE ENTERPRISES. INC.
PARA PI.JBLISHING
PARA-FLITE,INC.
PARA.GEAR EQUIPMENT COMPANY, INC.
PARA-LOFT,INC.
PARA-PI{ERNALIA INC.
PARACHUTE ASSOCIATES, INC.
PARACHUTE IND. OF SOUTFIERN AFRICA
PARACHUTE LABS, INC. - JUMP SHACK
PARACHUTES DE FRANCE S.A.
PARASPORT ITALIA
PERFORMANCE DESIGNS, INC.
PERFORMANCE TEXTILES, INC.
PERRIS VALLEY SKYDIVING
PHOENX /Z-TNLLS PARACHUTE CENTER
PIONEER AEROSPACE CORPORATION
PORCINE PARACHUTING PRODUCTS
PRECISION AERODYNAMIC S
RELATIVE WORKSHOP. TFIE UMNSURED
RIGGERS SO'URCEBOOK, TI{E
RIGGING INNOVATIONS, INC.
RW SHOP INC., TI{E
SILVERPARACHUTE SALES & SERVICE
SKYFUN I,INC.
SKY SYSTEMS
SKYDIVE ARJZONA.INC.
SKYDIVE SEBASTIAN
SKYDIVE TEXAS,INC.
SKYDIVE UMVERSITY
SKYDIVING ADVENTURES, INC.
SKYDIVING CENTER OF WASHINGTON DC
SPADAFORA & ASSOCIATES
SQUARE ONE PARACHUTE SALES & SERVICE
SSE,INC.
SSK INDUSTRIES INC. / STEWART SYSTEMS
STRONG ENTERPRISES
SUN PATH PRODUCTS, INC.
SUNSHINE FACTORY, INC.
SWITLIK PARACHUTE CO., INC.
SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGY. INC.
T & T RIGGING
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US ARMY AIRBORNE TEST DIRECTORATE
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WESTERN PARACHUTE SALES. TNC.
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