RIGGING SERVICES

RIGGING SERVICES by Don Mayer Master Parachute Rigger

Reserve canopy/container inspection and repack $50-$125.00
The reserve canopy/container inspection and repack. Per FAA regulations, the entire harness, container and reserve parachute must be inspected every 180 days. All riggers follow a thorough checklist during the inspection/repack process and stay up-to-date on manufacturer service bulletins. Repack due dates as well as Cypres battery and maintenance due dates are recorded on your invoice

Assemble reserve and/or main canopy to container $125.00
Reserve and/or main canopy assembly is required for new gear purchases or when moving canopies from one container to another. It is critical when buying new or used gear that the container and parachutes are compatible in size. Container/parachute sizing cannot be adjusted. Manufacturer assembly specifications are strictly followed. Steering lines are sewn down to factory marks unless otherwise specified. The serial number and date of manufacture are noted on the packing data card.

Annual reserve canopy strength test $35.00
The annual reserve canopy strength test is required for Performance Designs reserve canopies by the manufacturer.

Repack main canopy with line check and new stows  $20.00      The canopy steering lines are untwisted, the line continuity is verified and the stow bands are replaced. In addition the canopy and its components are examined for wear during the repack.

Replace Reserve Cypres Closing Loop  $6.00 The reserve closing Cypres loop does get worn out after 2-4 reserve repacks, it looses it's silicon body and has to be replaced, this fee includes the new loop and the installation.

AAD SERVICE

Install Cypres or Vigil automatic activation device (AAD) $10.00
AAD installation is required and included with a new gear purchase or when if having a Cypres or Vigil automatic opener installed for the first time. The date of manufacture, serial number and any prior service or battery dates are noted on the packing data card.

New Cypres batteries and 4-year maintenance
Cypres I batteries must be replaced every 24 calendar months, 500 jumps or when the unit gives a low-battery reading. Cypres I and II units must be sent to the factory for maintenance every 4 years  from the date of manufacture. Service time for the Cypres maintenance is two weeks. All rigs will have Cypres battery and/or factory dates written on the packing data card. The Cypres life is 12 years plus 3 month and is no longer airworthy and must be taken out of service.

$90 new battery installation;
$200 4-year service includes shipping and full insurance both ways.
 

PARACHUTE MAINTENANCE

Inspect main canopy
A full inspection of your main canopy and its deployment system is recommended every 100 jumps. This is meant to supplement your general inspection each time you repack your main. Our Riggers inspect the main risers, links, lines, bar tacks, line attachment points, canopy fabric, stitching, main deployment bag, grommets and pilot chute system. $25.

Line replacement or canopy reline
Complete or partial relines of your parachute is available. Most parachutes should be entirely relined every 400-500 jumps. Steering lines should be replaced every 350 jumps. Individual line replacement may be necessary due to snags, unusual wear or if a single line breaks.
Complete steering line replacement $35.00

Complete line set $325.00

Canopy patches and other miscellaneous repairs
Most damaged canopies can be repaired immediately. Canopy patches, line attachment replacement and seam repairs are some of the services offered. Our expert Riggers keep numerous colors and types of canopy fabric, links and line in stock for immediate repairs.
$30 canopy patch; $50 per hour for miscellaneous repairs.

Replace/install metal or soft links with slider bumpers
Metal and soft links are always in stock. Slinks manufactured by Performance Designs are always in stock. We also carry a variety of metal link sizes as well as webbing and silicone slider bumpers.
$40 Slinks Installation
 

CONTAINER MAINTENANCE

Wash container and reassemble, 
Complete washing of your container is available. Your container is completely disassembled, washed, dried and reassembled. Allow 1-2 weeks for this service. Scotchgard protection is also available.  $125.00 Includes Repack & Scotchgard, Add $25.00 for Racer Rigs.

 Install/replace Spandex BOC pilot chute pouch $45.00
The spandex pilot chute pouch must be replaced periodically due to wear. A worn or loose pouch can lead to a premature main canopy deployment.