PPKU (Aneroid capusle working principle)Instrument on Reserve parachute

[indradhanush 0]

hi Guys i just came across a system called Malwa.
Its having PPKU as AAD on Reserve.
PPKU is russian model and works really fine as main parachute opener. the way Russian Designed the working of this instrument on Reserve parachute is Superb.
Brief Description: The Main right Rear Riser is connected to 30-45 CM cable(Similar to cut away cable). this inturn connects to reserve ripcord cable end and the PPKU is connected to it.
In Normal Deployment of main main risers stretches out and it pulls the yellow cable, no reserve activation takes place.
Incase if main is not opened by the Preset Altitude of PPKU, the PPKU retracts the cable and reserve ripcord cable and activates reserve.
this workd fine only in total malfunctons.
this systems fails under spinnig main.
there are other features which i never saw on any modern sport rig.
1. the Reserve is square instead of freebag its having Sleeve and pilot chute.
2. Lines are attached to risers not by Soft links neither Drings/French connectors, Instead all lines are attached to circular Stain less Steel Ring.
3. The main Parachute is about 250 Sq feet... there is no 50 % brake seting loop in steering lines... also like para glider they have Given D line stalling loops.
4.rigging line material i have never saw before.. Golden in colour flat does not look like Kevlar, Its not Dacron/Braided polyster.
5. Main parachute rigging line attached to Flares like accuracy canopy.
6. The rear portion of the slider is stitched with piece of fabric and of the same dimension of slider..... so after opening you can see slider and square piece of cloth fluttering in the air.
i tried to gather some info on the system, nothing was avialble on the net.
i made 2 jumps... it flown like student parachute flared like Accuracy.
i am attaching the photo... some photo of slider and Canopy i will get later.
PLESE LET ME KNOW WHERE I CAN PROCURE PPKU INSTRUMENT ITS COST AND DEALER. I TRIED ON NET NO INFO IS AVIALABLE.

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[LouDiamond 1]

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LESE LET ME KNOW WHERE I CAN PROCURE PPKU INSTRUMENT ITS COST AND DEALER.

If memory serves me correctly , that device was designed for use by the former Russian military( I think it was the D5/6 parachute system, not positive)and is similar in function but not design as the FF2 that is/was used on US Military systems. My guess is that you will not find a dealer/manufacturer still in existance but I have heard some people still use them and that they are available in the former Eastern block countries.

Try these resources:

http://stinet.dtic.mil/oai/oai?&verb=getRecord&metadataPrefix=html&identifier=AD0781220

http://www.mpz2.ru/win/prod/p5.html

http://www.slk.ee/1176.html

http://avia.kz/eng/parachute.htm

http://www.ivparachute.com/price.aspx

Lastly, you can try contacting the individual in this thread as he is currently using the same device. http://www.dropzone.com/cgi-bin/forum/gforum.cgi?post=18517;search_string=russian%20aad;#18517

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[mark 102]

PPKU is the same as KAP-3, isn't it? If so, I don't think you will find any for sale outside Russia or former Eastern Bloc.

There are no KAP-3 repair stations in the U.S. You might try http://www.paramecanic.se/sky/home.html (Sweden).

PPKU/KAP-3 was used in Iskra jet trainers, perhaps including some flown by the Indian Air Force, so you may be able to find some close to home!

If you are looking for a mechanical AAD, then the current production FXC 12000 has not changed design in 20 years. Older (manufactured in mid-1980's) FXC 12000 AADs can be had for $50 - $100, with mechanical/moving parts in as good condition as new. The factory service required every two years eats up all the savings on initial cost.

Both FXC 12000 and KAP-3 require regular tests in a pressure chamber to ensure correct functioning.

Mark

[indradhanush 0]

there are plenty of them i pacjed them many times. Most of the Ejection systems comes with PPKU for Fighters. I want to own Them. Servicing can be free. since airbases have test chambers.. i would like to buy one....... i cant buy from Airforce.
Regards

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[phoenixlpr 0]

Correct.

I had jumps with PPKU/KAP-3 in Hungary attached either to the main or reserve.

Think again! Do you really want to have a ADD has to be set before ever jump and arm after you climbed over its activation altitude by pulling a pin out? That belongs to a museum!

I forgot to arm last time I used. Its better not to have any ADD than having PPKU/KAP-3. That way you do know that you are own your own.

Even the FXC12000 is more sophisticated.

[KRBKV 0]

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That belongs to a museum!

One thing. This devise is useless after deploing your main.

[phoenixlpr 0]

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One thing. This devise is useless after deploing your main.

Why do you think so?

If it is connected to your reserve you have a high opening and cut it away, but fail to deploy reserve. It can save your life.

[NWPoul 1]

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One thing. This devise is useless after deploing your main.

Why do you think so?

If it is connected to your reserve you have a high opening and cut it away, but fail to deploy reserve. It can save your life.

Coz it has "deactivation system" connected to the main riser (see OP description)

However it doesn't useless after deploymet... it's still metal and heavy :)

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[phoenixlpr 0]

Sorry. You are correct.

[KRBKV 0]

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Why do you think so?

I know it. I had one of this systems. My first rig was equipped with this strange device and i jumped it over a year. It was years ago...

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[skydivezimbabwe 0]

I want to own Them.***

Well you're in luck. The Peoples Socialist Democratic Republic of Zimbabwe happens to have a few KAP-3's lying around. Think we got them about the same time the red star arrived on our flag. We've since moved on to Cypres, Vigil and square parachutes. I can even throw in a few MarkXX's if you like?

Rob-By
Check it out at http://www.skydive.co.zw Clicky!

[indradhanush 0]

yes can you ship it.
Santhosh Nagaraj
735/N, LIG-B-6,
V Phase New Town Yelahanka
Banaglore-560064(India)

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