Reserve parachute
A separate emergency parachute carried for use during flight.
Also known as
- reserve standard term
- rescue parachute standard term
Terms and slang labels apply to this language. Usage may differ in other languages.
What it means
The reserve, its container and the harness must form a compatible system. Reserve is the usual shortened name.
Example in context
My reserve is fitted in the harness container.
Sources and review
- ADVANCE / Companion — SQR Light: installation (opens in a new tab)
- MAC škola — Beskydský padáčkářsko-český výkladový slovník (opens in a new tab)
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