MC-4 & MC-5 Flashcards
Which release is used on both the MC-4 and MC-5?
CYPRES automatic activation.
Which risers are the steering lines attached?
Right and left rear.
What two things do the steering lines do ?
Allow steering and slow forward decent speed.
What does removing the last four suspension line stows unlock when the suspension lines are fully stretched?
The free fall deployment bag.
What causes the reserve chute to open immediately?
When a problem arises and the fain parachute fails to, open a cutaway handle is pulled to actuate the reserve ripcord.
What happens after the two rings on the risers, RW-2 and RW-3, are disengaged from the harness ring, RW-1?
The main risers release from the pack.
How do you lay out the parachute for inspection?
With the trailing edge of the canopy to the left when viewed from the riser end with the pack/harness face down, top toward canopy.
Which is the smallest ring in the 3 ring system?
The RW-3.
Which ring is attached to the packs riser assembly?
The RW-3
What is the basic shape of the ram air canopy when it is full of air?
Low aspect ration wing.
What happens if you insert the steering line toggles past the toggle thong?
The deployment brakes may be difficult to release.
Describe the slider assembly.
It is used for reefing, measures 27X28 in and is made of type I nylon fabric.
What does the loop in the center of the slider attach to?
Drouge/slider control line.
Where in the pack are the main and reserve systems located?
On the upper, reserve, and lower (main) compartments.
