Cirrus Parachute

Cirrus Parachute

To deploy the parachute, 35 pounds of force on the red CAPS™ that ignites a solid-fuel rocket. The 55′ diameter canopy will assist the aircraft descent. The final impact comparable to jumping off a 10 foot ladder, is absorbed by the specialized landing gear, a roll cage and Cirrus Energy Absorbing Technology (CEAT) seats. Cirrus has flight tested CAPS to 135 knots.