How Effective Is The Cirrus Parachute System?

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Key Takeaways:

  • The Cirrus aircraft line has been flying for 20 years, prominently featuring its full aircraft parachute system (CAPS).
  • With more than 90 reported uses of CAPS, a critical question is raised about its true effectiveness in saving lives.
  • AVweb's Paul Bertorelli provides an analysis of the CAPS deployment record to evaluate its life-saving impact.
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The Cirrus line has been flying for 20 years and although most people in aviation know they have full aircraft parachutes, it’s fair to ask how effective these have been. With more than 90 uses of the so-called CAPS, has the system really saved lives? In this video, AVweb’s Paul Bertorelli analyzes the record.

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