G4 Owner’s Manual – 19.1 – Folding The Main Pilot Chute

There are several methods of folding the main pilot chute.  Mirage Systems, Inc. does not recommend one method over another.  We suggest that you follow the folding instructions recommended by your instructor or a rigger, until you gain experience in the method you prefer.

If you are unclear about any of the procedures described here, ask your instructor or a rigger for assistance.

Spread the pilot chute canopy out with the mesh up.  Fold the canopy in half at the handle, with the fold parallel to the longest portion of the handle.

The bridle should exit the bottom between the folds.

Make a second fold parallel to the first by folding the edges up toward the handle, making the folded pilot chute approximately the length of the spandex pouch.

S-fold the bridle on top of the canopy folds just under the handle until about 8” of the bridle remains unfolded from the canopy to the bottom corner of the main container.

Fold the ends of the folded canopy to the center, until the folded pilot chute is approximately 4” wide.

Insert the folded pilot chute into the spandex pouch.

No bridle or main pilot chute material should be exposed when the pilot chute is properly stowed.

Any exposed bridle or pilot chute could result in a premature deployment.

If the pilot chute is equipped with a freefly tab, insert the tab under the edge of the right main container flap.