| Our Ram-Air Parafoil Canopy provides glide ratios and forward speed to cover extreme distances. FXCs Guardian Parachute Division has developed para-foil canopies with glide-ratios in excess of 4.5:1 and forward velocities of 18 to 48 M.P.H.. Reefed deployment allows PEGASUS APADS to be dropped at speeds up to 200 KIAS and altitudes of 30,000 feet MSL with reliability. |  |
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Cargo Delivery Systems (CDS) payloads up to 2000 pounds can be successfully
launched with landing accuracy of less than 75 meters of error probability
(Circular Error of Probability) recorded. Near-term development includes
a CDS with capabilities in excess of 8-Tons. The entire family of Guardian
Parachute Systems boast precision "Into-the-Wind" landing capability. FXC has been a supplier of sophisticated ejection-seat sensors, aerial-delivery hardware, and life-support equipment test-sets for over twenty years. FXCs subsidiary, Guardian Parachute, has developed unique and advanced ram-air parafoil systems for personnel, as well as for weapons and cargo delivery applications. With its strong engineering staff, FXC-Guardian Parachute continues to provide on-time and affordable solutions to aerospace and military customers. | |
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CORPORATION
3410 South Susan Street
Santa Anna, California 92704
(714)556-7400
TWX 910-595-2801
FAX (714)641-5093
E-Mail: fxc@pia.com