Safety Notice
Investigation into incidents involving the Paralock 3 paragliding carabiner
22 December 2024
A total of at least five cases of unintentional openings have become known. (Germany, Switzerland, Austria, Italy)
• In two cases it is certain that the speed bar line has opened the release knob of the release lever (see ‘2. Incidents due to a loose speed bar line’).
• The other cases are described in ‘3. Incidents due to the release lever not snapping shut and locking into place’).
The aim of the investigation was to find under what conditions the carabiner can open unintentionally and release the riser.
Go to the link below for findings and recommendations.
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