Parachute Rigging Course – Full Details

Your next step in parachute mastery starts here.

🎯 Who This Course Is For

Skydivers who want to level up their gear knowledge
Drop zone crew or gear specialists
Military or civilian personnel preparing for rigger certification
Anyone passionate about the technical side of parachutes

📋 Standard Courses Offered

Our parachute rigging training program includes multiple course levels to suit your current skill set and long-term goals:

Senior Parachute Rigger Course
Master Parachute Rigger Course
Continuing Skills Course
Additional Parachute Rigger Ratings Course
Sewing Machine Operation and Maintenance

We also offer military-focused training options:

Parachute Rigger – Military Troop Parachutes
Parachute Rigger – Military Tactical Parachutes

Need something specific?

We can also create an optional customized course to meet your exact operational or certification needs.

📚 Parachute Rigging Course Outline

The course is designed to give you both theoretical understanding and hands-on experience in parachute systems. Key topics include:

FAA Regulations
AAD assembly and maintenance
Canopy repair
Component compatibility
Hand tacking and knots
Hardware inspection
Suspension line maintenance and replacement
Parachute maintenance, manufacturing & alterations
Parachute materials
Parachute testing procedures
Ram-air parachute systems
3-Ring system inspection and maintenance
Record keeping & logbooks
Rigging ethics and responsibility
Round parachute systems
Service Bulletins & Airworthiness Directives (ADs)
Sewing machines and maintenance
Tool identification and control

✅ Course Requirements

To get the most out of this parachute rigging course, students are encouraged to come prepared with the following items completed before arrival:

Completed 5–10 reserve pack jobs under the guidance of an FAA-licensed rigger
(Bring logbook as proof. Students who complete this early will have more time for sewing and additional rig types.)
Read The Parachute Manual by Dan Poynter
Read the Parachute Rigger Handbook (FAA-H-8083-17)
Practice the written test via exams4pilots.com or Dauntless Test Prep

📌 Pre-Requisites

Must be able to pack a square main or reserve parachute (sport rig)
Jump experience is helpful but not mandatory

🗓️ Course Format

Duration: 14-21 days (intensive)
Style: Workshop + classroom
Assessment: Written + practical test
Certificate: Issued upon completion

🛠️ Tools & Equipment

All tools, sewing machines, and practice parachutes will be provided. You may bring your own gear for hands-on real-world training.

📍 Location

We conduct training in Malaysia or in the U.S., depending on your target certification.

Note: FAA Oral & Practical exams are held only in DeLand, Florida (USA).

💼 Instructors

Led by FAA-certified Master Riggers and instructors with real-world experience in parachute systems.

💸 Fees

(Contact us for pricing)

Includes: Training, tools usage, notes, and certificate
Excludes: Accommodation, meals, and airfare (if applicable)

🎯 Course Objectives

Successfully complete a minimum of 20 parachute pack jobs, focusing on at least one specific parachute type, under guidance or assessment.
Develop the practical skills, confidence, and rigging discipline required to sit for the Practical Parachute Rigger Examination with competence.
Gain the theoretical knowledge and technical understanding needed to confidently attempt the FAA Parachute Rigger Written Examination.
Complete the course with a significantly improved grasp of rigging principles, safety protocols, system functionality, and industry-standard best practices.

📢 Why Choose This Parachute Rigging Course?

This parachute rigging course is more than just a certification program — it is a complete training solution for anyone serious about parachute systems, gear safety, and rigging procedures. Whether you’re working towards becoming a certified FAA rigger or simply want to master the fundamentals of inspection, packing, and repairs, our course is designed to guide you step by step.

Led by experienced instructors and supported with hands-on workshops, this course ensures you gain real-world rigging experience. From reserve packing to hardware inspection and sewing machine operations, every module is tailored to prepare you for operational demands. With flexible course options and international relevance, this parachute rigging course is trusted by jumpers, DZ operators, and tactical units alike.