Government of India

Heavy Drop Parachute

Heavy Drop Parachute

HD Para

Heavy Drop ParachuteThe AN-32 Heavy Drop System (HDS), developed by DRDO’s ADRDE for the Indian Air Force, enables the paradrop of heavy military stores, vehicles, and equipment up to 3 tonnes from the AN-32 transport aircraft. Using a robust platform and a multistage parachute sequence, the system ensures safe extraction, descent, and landing of loads in remote or inaccessible areas, making it vital for military logistics, disaster relief, and rapid deployment operations.

Technical Sheet

Specification : Details
Area of Canopy : 350 sqm
No. of Rigging Lines : 120
Basic Material : Fabric Nylon 32 gm U/D
Design of Canopy : Flat circular