PARACHUTE RIGGER HANDBOOK
 

Glossary "E"

EMERGENCY PARACHUTE
A certificated parachute intended for emergency use.

END FLAP
The fabric on the end of a pack as opposed to the side, used to enclose and protect the canopy.

 

END TABS
Metal tabs on the end flap of the pack (principally chest and seat containers) used to secure it closed.

 

EYE
A small steel-wire loop attached to the parachute pack, into which a hook on a pack-opening elastic is fastened.

 
 
 
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