Aircraft recovery parachute maker BRS says more than 300 lives have been saved after pilots deployed the company’s system, one that gently returns an aircraft in distress back to earth. Cirrus reports more than 60 BRS deployments, many on the 3,600-pound SR22. Cirrus is also bringing a BRS parachute to the 6,000-pound SF50 Vision Jet.
Will a Large-Aircraft Parachute Recovery System Catch On?
Key Takeaways:
- BRS has successfully deployed whole-aircraft recovery parachutes, saving over 300 lives on various aircraft, including Cirrus models up to 6,000 pounds.
- Aviation Safety Resources (ASR) is developing the "TriChute Safe Landing system" for larger aircraft (up to 8,000 lbs), based on a decades-old patent.
- The TriChute system uniquely functions by separating the aircraft's fuselage from its wings during an emergency, aiming to recover both parts for potential repair and future airworthiness.
- ASR's survey indicates market interest for its system, and the company is seeking $4 million and a partner to bring it to market within 36 months.
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