9.3-2 LIMITATIONS
WITH MANUAL ACTIVATION OF PARACHUTE
1. Due to space constraints, the maximum number of jumpers aft of red line
at FS 111 at one time is 5.
2. Due to space constraints, the maximum number of jumpers at fwd part of
jump door (FS 146) at one time is 2.
3. Due to space constraints, the maximum number of jumpers at aft part of
jump door (FS 163) at one time is 2.
4. Only 1 jumper may utilize the external jump step at a time.
WITH AUTOMATIC (STATIC LINE) ACTIVATION OF
PARACHUTE
1. For jumper safety, the maximum number of jumpers aft of red line at FS
111 at one time is 3 (2 jumpers and 1 jumpmaster).
2. The static line length must not exceed 135 inches and must allow a
minimum of 2 inches clearance between the open end of the deployment
bag and the leading edge of the horizontal tail.
3. The external grab bar and foot step must not be used during static line
parachuting.
4. Outside and inside handholds must not be used for static line attachment.
ALL TYPES OF JUMP OPERATIONS
1. The maximum number of parachutists to be carried is 15. This number
may be further limited by the weight and cg envelope and the provision of
approved parachutist restraints.
2. The transient cg limit must be observed during all jump operations
regardless of the number of jumpers allowed aft of the red line.
3. All passenger seats must be removed.
4. Parachutist restraints rated at 1500 pounds conforming to TSO-C22f
must be installed and used for each jumper during taxi, takeoff, and
landing (if applicable). These restraints shall include the following
features:
• Restraint length adjustment mechanism
• An anchor compatible with the KODIAK 100 seat tracks
• A quick release mechanism for attachment to the parachute harness
5. Parachutist restraints shall be used in accordance with the guidance
provided in Report DOT/FAA/AM-98/11.
6. Jump door must be closed during takeoff, climb, descent and landing.
7. Parachutes must be worn by the crew during the entire parachute
operation.