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Ultralight aircraft wing attachment bracket failure.
Ultralight aircraft parachute systems.
UltralightNews.com
Parachutes: If your parachute is more than 5 years old it more than likely needs to be updated to a
new system. There have been several manufacturers producing units for
ultralight aviation.
Today there is only one North American company BRS. BRS systems have
undergone extensive changes over the years that they have been in
business. It is suggested that you contact them directly for updates and
information.
Two areas of major concern are in the deployment handles, or firing mechanism. These corrode!
This corrosion results in system failure! Another area of concern is in the mounting location. To
date I know of several incidents where the parachute has been fired, but the system deployed into
part of the wreckage of the aircraft, causing late or only partial deployment.
Ultralight Aircraft, buying a used ultralight aircraft,
how to buy a used NOT abused ultralight!
coming "unstuck", in some cases this has resulted in fuselage covering material entering the propeller .
Check the leading and trailer edge for signs of damage. Check the strut attachment points. Check the wing
attachment points. Many early manufacturers used the type of bracket shown on the right. These have failed
in flight. It is suggested to you consult the aircraft manufacturer or someone knowledgeable in the industry
for advise if the craft your craft uses these stainless steel brackets.
You can also see that the aircraft you are
considering buying for $10,000 could be
worth considerably less!
In our next installment we will look at the
prices for some good used aircraft, where
to find parts and pieces for them and their
approximate retail value in .
After nearly 50 hours of writing and
another 20 hours preparing it for the web -
the end!
U.B. Judge
