Gryphon (parachute system)

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Military wingsuit that currently allows paratroopers to exit an aircraft at an altitude of 10 kilometres, then fly 40 kilometres while carrying up to 100 kilograms of equipment. The system is still in development and the goal, according to ESG, is to allow paratroopers to fly up to 200 kilometres, thus enabling them to penetrate enemy airspace without compromising the safety of the aircraft or being detected by radar. [1]

[edit] References

  1. ^ "Press release: ESG gives you wings – the parachute system for special operations", ESG, May 15, 2006.


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