Safety Isn't a Checklist.
It's Our Baseline.
Every rig that leaves our hands meets or exceeds FAA standards. We document everything — because your life depends on it.
FAR Part 105
Under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations, Part 105, reserve parachutes used in sport skydiving must be inspected and repacked by an FAA-certificated Senior or Master Parachute Rigger every 180 days — regardless of whether the reserve has been deployed. This is not optional. It is federal law.
Orange Diamond Rigging LLC operates in full compliance with FAR Part 105. Every reserve repack is performed by a certificated rigger, documented in the equipment logbook, and stamped with the rigger's certificate number, date, and signature.
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When you step to the door, the only thing standing between you and the ground is the quality of the last repack. We don't take that lightly.
How We Operate
180-Day Certification Cycle
Reserve parachutes must be repacked every 180 days. We track your cycle and can notify you when your reserve is coming due. Never step to the door with an out-of-date reserve.
Logbook Documentation
Every inspection and repack receives a complete logbook entry: date, rigger certificate number, equipment serial numbers, and rigger signature. Your logbook is your legal record — we treat it accordingly.
Certificated Senior & Master Riggers
FAR Part 105 requires reserve repacks be performed by FAA-certificated riggers. Our riggers hold Senior or Master Parachute Rigger certificates and maintain current currency on all systems we service.
Manufacturer Specifications
Every repack follows the manufacturer's packing data card and approved packing procedures. We do not improvise. Deviations from approved procedures are not permitted — period.
Equipment Airworthiness
We inspect every component of the system — not just the canopy. Harness, container, closing loops, hardware, AAD, and deployment system are all evaluated. Unairworthy equipment is flagged before it leaves our table.
We Jump What We Pack
Our riggers are active jumpers. We jump the same systems we inspect and pack. That accountability is not a marketing line — it is the standard we hold ourselves to on every rig.
FAA Compliance FAQ
How often does my reserve need to be repacked?
Every 180 days under FAR Part 105, regardless of whether it has been deployed. Most drop zones will not allow you to jump with an out-of-date reserve.
What happens during a reserve inspection?
We inspect the canopy for damage, porosity issues, and wear; check all suspension lines for continuity and condition; inspect the harness, container, hardware, and closing loops; verify the deployment system; and then repack to manufacturer specifications.
Do I need to be present for the repack?
No. You can drop off your rig and we will contact you when it is ready. We document everything and will walk you through any findings when you pick up.
What if you find something wrong during inspection?
We will contact you immediately, document the finding, and discuss repair or replacement options before proceeding. We will never return a rig we are not confident in.
Do you service military surplus parachutes?
Yes. We specialize in military round canopy systems including T-10, MC1-1, and MIRPS. See our Military Canopy Spec page for full details on systems we service.
Schedule Your Reserve Repack
Don't wait until your 180-day cycle expires. Contact us to arrange a drop-off.