PHANTOM RUBBER BANDS
A reduced length “short” rubber band of 1¼ inch (3.2 cm) was
designed specifically for packing Phantom AeroStar canopies.
They are similar to the standard retainer band but are ¾ inch
shorter so more tension is maintained on the low bulk
Phantom lines. If variation in the rubber bands thickness or
width makes it too strong or “ornery” for proper stowing
tension, it is permissible to scissors cut them in half
lengthways.
We recommend the standard 2” (5.1 cm) length “Parachute”
rubber bands be used for the first two diaper locking stows
bands attached to the #0 grommets).
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ILLUSTRATED PACKING STEPS
THE FOLLOWING IS GROUPED IN FOUR STEP INCREMENTS WITH RELATED PICTURES IN SEQUENCE
Step 1 - Place canopy on packing table and apply tension. Verify that canopy is not inverted, check suspension
line continuity and align the apex band. Verify that all inspections are complete to ensure the airworthiness of
the parachute. Flake the canopy in the normal manner and position the last panel with diaper centered on top.
Set canopy back on table with diaper down.
Step 2 - With equal number of panels on both sides, clear wind channel and install line separator. Note: diaper
must be down, facing the table. Straighten out each panel and stack skirt bands neatly one on top of the other.
Step 3 - Take left group of stacked skirt bands and fold at 45 degrees - skirt band has to be parallel with radial
seam tapes. Repeat for right side.
Step 4 - Long fold each side of canopy to center - DO NOT OVERLAP.
Emergency Parachute Manual P/N 81101-2P (Revised May 2004)
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