AR 750-32 — Airdrop, Parachute Recovery, And Aircraft Personnel Escape Systems
AR 750-32 governs policies and responsibilities for airdrop, parachute recovery, cargo, and personnel parachute systems.
- Publication number: AR 750-32
- Title: AIRDROP, PARACHUTE RECOVERY, AND AIRCRAFT PERSONNEL ESCAPE SYSTEMS
- Date: 07/15/2024
- Proponent: G-4
- Status: ACTIVE
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AR 750-32 covers rigger qualifications and currency, facility operations, parachute packing, and contracted aerial delivery support. It requires current certifications, defined inspection and supervision practices, and limits on contracted personnel activities.
Topics covered
- Parachute rigger qualifications
- Rigger facility operations
- Static line parachute packing
- Military free-fall parachute packing
- Aerial delivery facility supervision
- Contracted aerial delivery support
Questions and answers
What qualifications must an Army parachute rigger have?
A parachute rigger is a Servicemember who has been formally trained and certified by the USAQMS, Fort Gregg-Adams, VA, as a 92R, 921A, or an officer with the ASI R9. (paragraph 3-1)
What duty status and certifications must an Army parachute rigger maintain?
An Army parachute rigger must be on paid parachute duty status with current certifications as a 92R, 921A, or an officer with the ASI R9. (paragraph 3-1)
What happens when a parachute rigger has been away from the MOS for more than 24 months?
A 921A, 92R, or an officer with ASI R9 who is on special duty or on a tasking for more than 24 months outside of his or her MOS will be recertified before executing any parachute rigger duties. (paragraph 3-1)
Who performs the final in-process inspection for static line parachute packing?
Final in-process inspection will be performed by a 92R in the grade of E 5 or higher. (paragraph 4)
What parachute packing and rigging activities are prohibited for contracted personnel?
Contracted ADS personnel will not: (1) Pack/rig in any manner the main parachute of an Army common type-classified personnel parachute system except in support of ATEC activity. (paragraph 4)