So, all this talk of how dangerous a round chute is.

In the last 8 years I've been back in soaring, I only recall hearing of
3 saves. I'm sure there are others.

Are there any statistics on how many people in America have been able to
save themselves with a parachute, over the last 10, 20, 30 years? Any
numbers on unsuccessful attempts? By unsuccessful attempts, I mean,
situations where it looked like the pilot was attempting to bail but ran
out of time.

Sincerely,
David Walsh


Sven Olivier wrote:
What is best: a round or square chute? Do they differ in time to open? Are
previous experience or training jumps with a square chute mandatory? Is a
static line better - if so why?
(we have a packer at our club that has recommended square chutes, but
apparently two training jumps are mandatory - we are based in South Africa)

Sven
EY