SOFTIE Parachutes

All SOFTIES are extremely comfortable, state-of-the-art, light weight emergency parachute systems designed to fit into the restricted cockpits of today's aircraft.

 

The very low permeability (0-3 cubic feet/minute) fabric used in the SOFTIE parachute canopy results in a lower rate of descent than older standard & low porosity materials. The parachute is steerable with toggles controlling meshed vent modifications. A full-stow type diaper offers reliable deployment and opening. Two sizes of canopy are offered for maximum weight thru 180 lbs (82kg) or 220 lbs (100kg).

 

The 220 lb (100 kg) versions of the SOFTIES are all 15" (38 cm) wide to fit most people comfortably and weigh between 14 and 16 lbs.

 

The 180 lb (82 kg) versions are 13" (33 cm) wide to stay secure over the shoulders of smaller individuals and weigh approximately 1 lb (0.4 kg) less than the respective 220 lb (100 kg) model.

 

A 16" (41cm) wide version of the MINI SOFTIE is also available. The extra inch of width allows this MINI to be thinner for pilots who need minimum thickness behind them.

See the Colors & Options page for color choices, harness types, and other options. 

 

Colors & Options page



MINI SOFTIE

 

The most popular and convenient style of parachute system, the back pack is extremely comfortable, small, and lightweight. The MINI SOFTIE offers the flexibility to be packed with the bulk of lines either at the top of the container or at the bottom (like the WEDGE).

 

Price: $2175



MICRO SOFTIE

 

A narrower version of the MINI SOFTIE designed to fit securely on smaller individuals. The MICRO SOFTIE offers the flexibility to be packed with the bulk of lines either at the top of the container or at the bottom (like the WEDGE).

 

Price: $2175

WEDGE SOFTIE

 

A wedged shaped version of our popular backpack is designed specifically to add lumbar and sacral support during high positive "G" maneuvers as well as limiting the vertical movement of the container in negative maneuvers. Ideal for the upright seating found in a Pitts.

 

Price: $2175

LONG SOFTIE

 

The chair-style is designed to conform to and maximize the comfort of the contoured seating found in today's high performance gliders and aerobatic aircraft. The LONG SOFTIE offers the flexibility to be packed with the bulk of lines either at the top of the container or at the bottom (like the WEDGE).

 

Price: $2225

SEATPACK SOFTIE

 

A comfortable seat pack that offers the reliability of a SOFTIE along with the packing ease that has been famous in all the SOFTIE models. The standard container size is 14" fore & aft x 15" wide x 3" thick. Custom sizes are available! The seat pack includes a removable 3/8" thick seat cushion for added comfort. An alternate 1 3/4" thick cushion is available for an extra $50.00

 

Price: $2275