What is it??? Some kind of tiedown?

[rd_macgregor]

Wait, are those related to the whole line of soldiers jumping out of a plane while clipped into a line that automatically releases the chute when they leave the plane?

 

[aczlan]

Wait, are those related to the whole line of soldiers jumping out of a plane while clipped into a line that automatically releases the chute when they leave the plane?

I don't think so, those are heavier per:
Static Line Hooks - The Rigger Depot

I think the ones in question are to hang the parachute to clean/dry it, but I am not sure.

Aaron Z

 

[California]

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No, I don't think it's a hobble.