SENIOR RIGGER CERTIFICATE REQUIREMENTS
Eligibility requirements: General.
To be eligible for a parachute rigger certificate, a person must -
- Be at least 18 years of age;
- Be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language,
- For further requirements, go to https://www.faa.gov/documentLibrary/media/Advisory_Circular/ac65-5b.pdf
An applicant for a Senior Parachute Rigger Certificate must:
Present evidence satisfactory to the Administrator that he/she has packed at least 20 parachutes of each type for which he seeks a rating, in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions and under the supervision of a certificated parachute rigger holding a rating for that type or a person holding an appropriate military rating;
- Pass a written test, with respect to parachutes in common use.
- Pass an oral and practical test showing his/her ability to pack and maintain at least one type of parachute in common use, appropriate to the type rating he/she seeks.
IMPORTANT DOCUMENT LINKS:
WHAT WE WILL COVER DURING THE COURSE:
RIGGING LOFT SAFETY
- SEWING TECHNIQUES
- SEWING MACHINE OPERATION, MAINTENANCE AND TUNING
- RESERVE CANOPY INSPECTION AND PACKING
- MATERIAL IDENTIFICATION
- GEAR INSPECTION
- GROMMET SETTING, REMOVAL, AND REPAIR
- COMPATIBILITY OF PARACHUTE SYSTEMS
- KNOT TYING
- FAR’s
SENIOR RIGGING COURSE COSTS:
- Senior Rigger's Course Back Rating: $2,800.00
- Practical test $450.00 (Without the course)
- Chest and Seat Ratings are also available.
- FAA Written Exam: $175.00
Note: We will assist you with making an appointment for your written FAA Exam,
YOU WILL NEED TO REGISTER ON https://iacra.faa.gov/IACRA/default.aspx
Students will be responsible for travel and local Accomotations.
A Map & Directions and a list of suggested local Hotels can be found on our Contact page
FAA MASTER RIGGER CERTIFICATE - REQUIREMENTS
Eligibility requirements: General.
To be eligible for a parachute rigger certificate, a person must
- Be at least 18 years of age;
- Be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
For further requirements, go to https://www.faa.gov/documentLibrary/media/Advisory_Circular/ac65-5b.pdf
An applicant for a Master Parachute Rigger Certificate must meet the following requirements:
- Present evidence satisfactory to the Administrator that he/she has had at least 3 years of experience as a parachute rigger and has satisfactorily packed at least 100 parachutes of each of two types in common use, in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions while under the supervision of a certificated and appropriately rated parachute rigger or a person holding appropriate military ratings.
- If the applicant is not the holder of a Senior Parachute Rigger Certificate, pass a written test, with respect to parachutes in common use.
- Pass an oral and practical test showing his/her ability to pack and maintain two types of parachutes in common use, appropriate to the type ratings he/she seeks.
MILITARY RIGGERS SPECIAL CERTIFICATION RULE
Active duty military personnel and civilian personnel who work for the military as parachute riggers may qualify for a
Senior Parachute Rigger Certificate under the provisions of 14 CFR part 65, section 65.117, Special Certification Rule.
If they meet the practical requirements, they need only take a special 25-question test on regulations.
UPON COMPLETION OF THIS COURSE:
Student will:
- Have completed 20 pack jobs of at least one Type.
- Be prepared to take the FAA Written Exam
- Be prepared to take the Practical and Oral Rigger Exam.
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Pottstown, PA 19464
United States
