Ballistic Recovery Systems, Inc. designs, develops and manufactures whole-aircraft emergency parachute recovery systems for general aviation and specialized aircraft applications. The company’s flagship Cirrus Airframe Parachute System (CAPS) integrates a rocket-deployed canopy that can safely lower an entire airplane during a critical in-flight emergency. Beyond fixed-wing aircraft, Ballistic Recovery offers tailored solutions for unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), powered parachutes, ultralights and other light sport aircraft, as well as high-performance parachute systems for skydiving operations.
The company’s product portfolio includes hardware kits, installation components and aftermarket spares, supported by a global network of authorized dealers and service centers. Ballistic Recovery Systems provides detailed training programs, installation services and field maintenance support, ensuring operators meet all regulatory and safety standards. Its parachute systems are engineered to withstand rigors of flight and deployment, with designs certified under U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) supplemental type certificates as well as equivalent certifications in Europe and other jurisdictions.
Founded in the 1980s, Ballistic Recovery Systems is headquartered in St. Paul, Minnesota, and maintains strategic partnerships with leading aircraft manufacturers, including Cirrus Aircraft. The company has achieved several industry firsts, from obtaining its inaugural FAA approval in 1988 to expanding into autonomous aerial platforms in recent years. Ballistic Recovery’s leadership team comprises experienced aerospace engineers and safety experts dedicated to advancing whole-aircraft recovery technologies.
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