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javelin · 5th September 2008, 22:53

But then he smacked himself into a mountain ferrying a Heinkel

If you are coached, semi proficient and sensible, you will not break a Super D. It may catch fire, but so may a Cessna 150.

Just because you had a parachute in the WABC, doesn't mean that you need one now.

I have flown a Zlin 526 with a parachute but it was my seat cushion, without it, it was extremely uncomfortable. Other than that, I wouldn't bother. Yes, yes, yes, I know people have jumped out of stricken aeroplanes and survived. Be realistic, we are talking about a Super Decathlon, not an unlimited Extra, Zivko or Edge.

Save the money, weight and hassle

5th September 2008, 22:53	#7 (permalink)
javelin Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: 30 West Age: 51 Posts: 829	But then he smacked himself into a mountain ferrying a Heinkel If you are coached, semi proficient and sensible, you will not break a Super D. It may catch fire, but so may a Cessna 150. Just because you had a parachute in the WABC, doesn't mean that you need one now. I have flown a Zlin 526 with a parachute but it was my seat cushion, without it, it was extremely uncomfortable. Other than that, I wouldn't bother. Yes, yes, yes, I know people have jumped out of stricken aeroplanes and survived. Be realistic, we are talking about a Super Decathlon, not an unlimited Extra, Zivko or Edge. Save the money, weight and hassle