First in-flight test of a ballistic parachute for a helicopter (Curti Zefhir)
Friday, June 22, 2018
This is a Significant Technology milestone.
Description:
The test was carried out at 30 kt/56 km/h from 1000 ft/300m. The stabilized landing velocity was 25 fps/7.5 m/s.
Source: "Zefhir Parachutes to Safety", AHS Staff, Vertiflite November/December 2018, page 8
