High-velocity airdrops

Cargo parachute; 12-foot and 26-foot diameter, high-velocity, capacity max. 500 lbs and 2,200 lbs

12-foot cargo parachute; NSN 1670-00-788-8666 (PN 11-1-216)

26-foot cargo parachute; NSN 1670-00-872-6109 (PN 11-1-555)

High-velocity airdrop is used when threat conditions dictate that the aircraft remain at high altitudes to avoid hostile air defenses but, for accuracy, drift must be minimized. The load descends at a rate of 70 to 90 feet per second. The rapid rate of descent mitigates drift. A small parachute provides enough drag to hold the load in an upright position. Energy absorbing material is used to reduce the effect of the ground impact. Subsistence items, packaged petroleum products and ammunition are the most probable candidates for this type of delivery.

The high-velocity cargo parachutes provides a capability to vertically deliver non-fragile supplies and equipment using high-velocity air delivery method to support troops fighting on the ground.

Capabilities and features;
• Designed for decelerating and stabilizing of high-velocity air delivery cargo loads
• Capable of supporting max. 500 lbs and 2,200 lbs
• Increased accuracy
• Low cost