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APCO Aviation Mayday Squared User Manual

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V1.01 2019 01 13
APCO Aviation
Setting Future Standards
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APCO Aviation Mayday Squared Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandAPCO Aviation
ModelMayday Squared
CategoryAccessories
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Maintenance

Periodical Repacks

Repack by qualified person every six months. Pilot's risk for unqualified packing.

Attachment Procedure

Intended Use

Technical Specifications

Parachute Durability

Storage Guidelines

Parachute Installation

Parachute Functionality

Instructions for Use

Pre-flight Checks

Check parachute and release/deployment system before flight. Do not fly if defects found.

Deployment Procedure

Use as last resort. Pull handle, throw container away from paraglider. Collapse paraglider if possible.

Controlling the Parachute

Not steerable, drifts with wind. Collapse reserve on ground in windy conditions to avoid dragging.

Packing and Repacking Instructions

Canopy Folding

Fold canopy gores from skirt to crown, ensuring even layout. Flip and repeat for second side.

Final Gore Alignment

Ensure equal number of gores on each side, with corners at bottom, sides, and centre top.

Width Reduction Folding

S-Fold sides to reduce width to one-third, then fold onto each other to halve width.

Stowing Canopy in Bag

S-Fold the canopy into the deployment bag, removing clamps as you go.

Tidying the Pack

Fold the last "S" to the inside to tidy the pack before closing.

Post Folding Checks

Pull Test

Hold bridle and lift; bight should slide through bungee before canopy lifts.

Extraction Test

Perform extraction test pull to ensure correct installation in container/harness.