Squad Light 42 Reserve Parachute

Squad Light Emergency Parachute

The Squad Light emergency parachute is an advanced reserve concept. Its completely new second-generation square shape sets new performance standards compared with traditional emergency parachutes.

This project represents a major evolution in emergency parachutes, providing a large projected area with stability supported by side valves and geometric balance. It can be used for both paragliding and paramotor flying, and may be installed in the reserve compartment of a compatible harness or in a suitable external container.

The performance gain of the project allowed SOL to develop a reserve that is much lighter and more compact while still using durable materials.

Compared with Traditional Reserves

• Very low sink rate, around 10-15% lower than the requirement at the weight limit.
• Better pendular stability in all circumstances.
• Opening time 20-30% shorter.
• Approximately 20% lighter and more compact.
• Second-generation design, easier to handle and pack.

Certification

Certified according to LTF 91/09 and EN 12491.

Technical Data

Available models: 32, 35, 38, 42 and 57-Bi. Weights: 1.43 kg, 1.63 kg, 1.78 kg, 1.96 kg and 3.00 kg. Take-off weight ranges: 55-95 kg, 70-110 kg, 85-125 kg, 100-140 kg and 140-220 kg. Areas: 32.00 m², 35.00 m², 38.00 m², 42.00 m² and 57.00 m². Packing volumes: 3.3, 4.1, 5.0, 5.8 and 9 litres.

Maximum-weight sink rate is 5.0 m/s on models 32, 35 and 38, and 5.3 m/s on models 42 and 57-Bi. Certification references include EAPR-RG 0638/17, EAPR-RG 0637/17, EAPR-RG 0621/17, Air Turquoise EP 233.2018 and EAPR-RG 0789/18.

Materials

Downloads

Manual, information sheet, warranty terms, folding and installation instructions, and homologation test.

Delivered With

Manual and reserve inner bag.