ALASKA SMOKEJUMPERS

THE LOFT

Packing the Ram-Air Parachute
Checking main canopies
Main parachutes on the shelf and ready to jump
The Alaska Smokejumpers loft specializes in creating, maintaining, repairing and developing the gear and equipment smokejumpers depend upon to do their jobs. The loft is a hub of activity with assorted sewing and fabricating machines lining the walls, separated by large tables used to rig and work on various projects. From packing parachutes to sewing harnesses, jumpsuits and gear bags, the loft is where many smokejumpers spend their days working and waiting for the fire call.
Loft Supervisor Togie Wiehl
Training Jump

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