The Raven Dash-M Series was designed from the very
beginning to be a reserve-only canopy. Unlike the Super Raven Series which is
commonly used as a main or as a reserve, the Raven Dash-M Series has no main
bridle attachment ring and associated hardware, and no packing tabs or other
bulky tapes necessary for a canopy used in the environment as a main parachute.
The upper surface and rib templates are similar in both canopies, as is the line
trim, but the Raven Dash-M Series is only available with Spectra Line.
Each canopy in the Raven Dash-M Series has its own Maximum
Operating Weight Limit, and because it is certified under C-23d it is not
limited to the 254 lb maximum imposed by the older standard. The Raven 282-M is
certified for use up to almost 300 lbs . The Maximum Operating Weight Limit for
all models is expanded, and with the addition of a 109 square foot version, the
Dash-M Series is comprised of 8 different sizes.
The Maximum Operating Weight Limit for each model is
dictated by the drop zone elevation, and the Limit decreases as DZ elevation
increases. The Maximum Operating Weight Limits should Never be exceeded, under
any circumstances. |
