The following outlines the training curriculum at USAPR.
Subjects covered in USAPR lectures include the following:
Candidates are evaluated at each level of training. At the conclusion of the training, each candidate meets with and is evaluated by the instructors.
Each candidate will meet with the Chief Instructor for preparation for the FAA Written and Practical Exams. This includes a mock written exam based on a sampling of test questions by the FAA. A simulated oral and practical exam will also be completed prior to the scheduled appointment with the FAA DPRE.
FAA Senior and Master Rigger Certificates are issued by the FAA DPRE after successfully completing an Oral and Practical Exam. The temporary Airman Certificate is valid for 120 days. The permanent Airman Certificate is issued by the FAA in Oklahoma City and mailed directly to the rigger.
USAPR Graduate riggers also receive a USAPR Graduation certificate, Graduate T-Shirt, USAPR Rigger Wings and USAPR Coffee Cup.
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A senior rigger candidate will pack at least 20 parachutes (round and square) under supervision for a BACK type rating plus sewing and minor repairs. |
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A master rigger candidate will undertake major repair and maintenance. In addition, they will be required to demonstrate experience in ram air reserve packing. The candidate must have the required number of pack jobs. |
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Subjects covered in USAPR lectures include the following:
- Tool ID and control
- FAA Regulations
- Record Keeping
- Component & Compatibility
- Hardware & Grommets
- Parachute Materials
- Hand tacking and Knots
- AAD's Assembly and Maintenance
- 3-Ring Maintenance
- Parachute Testing
- Service Bulletins & AD's
- Sewing Machines & Maintenance
- Canopy Repair and Line Maintenance
- Round Parachutes
- Ram Air Parachutes
- Maintenance, Alterations & Manufacturing
- Rigging Ethics & Economics
- Fitting & Donning Equipment
Candidates are evaluated at each level of training. At the conclusion of the training, each candidate meets with and is evaluated by the instructors.
Each candidate will meet with the Chief Instructor for preparation for the FAA Written and Practical Exams. This includes a mock written exam based on a sampling of test questions by the FAA. A simulated oral and practical exam will also be completed prior to the scheduled appointment with the FAA DPRE.
FAA Senior and Master Rigger Certificates are issued by the FAA DPRE after successfully completing an Oral and Practical Exam. The temporary Airman Certificate is valid for 120 days. The permanent Airman Certificate is issued by the FAA in Oklahoma City and mailed directly to the rigger.
USAPR Graduate riggers also receive a USAPR Graduation certificate, Graduate T-Shirt, USAPR Rigger Wings and USAPR Coffee Cup.