Airborne Systems to Equip US Marine Corps with Enhanced Parachute System

Airborne Systems announced that they have been officially awarded the contract for the Enhanced Multi-Mission Parachute System (E-MMPS) for the United States Marine Corps (USMC). The E-MMPS is equipped with an Airborne Systems proprietary Hi-5 canopy and Edge harness container, as well as an attachable military working dog harness. The E-MMPS features our latest STORM drogue release system. Airborne Systems will provide training services, commercial manuals, and all necessary support to ensure the successful fielding of this new parachute system. The combination of elements in the E-MMPS is the result of several years of research and development by the Airborne Systems team and partners. This new system will replace the existing legacy MMPS currently in use.

The Hi-5 canopy is best known for its outstanding glide modulation system. The Hi-5 features a remarkable 5.5:1 glide ratio and can transition to a 1:1 glide ratio with a simple control input using the Glide Modulation System. Chief Technology Officer of Airborne Systems, JC Berland said, “The Hi-5 offers superior glide performance with its unique patent pending Glide Modulation System. It offers stability and resistance to stall and allows for the most accurate landings.”