Cross parachute
LCLA
Resupply where it matters.
LCLA (Low-Cost, Low-Altitude) is a prepacked cross parachute for cargo delivery. Its single-use design suits resupply missions where recovery is not planned, including humanitarian aid, disaster response, and remote logistics.
BUILT FOR YOUR APPLICATION
Features and configuration
Low-altitude delivery
The cross-parachute design is intended for low-altitude cargo delivery.
Prepacked and single use
The parachute arrives prepacked for missions that do not include equipment recovery.
System compatibility
Individual and clustered configurations must meet the approved load, cargo assembly, and aircraft integration requirements.
THE DETAILS
Technical specifications
Imperial and metric units are shown together. Added conversions are approximate; the original published limits govern. KAS and KEAS retain the airspeed reference specified by the source.
| Specification | Description |
|---|---|
| System | Low Cost Low Altitude cross parachute |
| Payload capacity | 80-600 lb (36.3-272.2 kg) across approved configurations |
| Descent rate | Below 30 ft/s (9.14 m/s) |
| Deployment altitude | 150-300 ft (45.7-91.4 m) AGL |
| Operational use | Nonrecoverable cargo airdrop |
| Packaging | Prepacked, single use |
| Delivery formats | Door bundle or ramp airdrop |
Payload configuration
| Configuration | Canopies | Payload lb / kg |
|---|---|---|
| Single | 1 | 80-200 / 36.3-90.7 |
| Double cluster | 2 | 201-400 / 91.2-181.4 |
| Triple cluster | 3 | 401-600 / 181.9-272.2 |
Aircraft interfaces in the supplied specification
| Aircraft | Exit |
|---|---|
| C-130 Hercules | Rear ramp / side door |
| C-17 Globemaster III | Rear ramp |
| C-27J / C-295 / CN-235 | Rear ramp |
| C-145A Skytruck | Rear ramp |
| C-146A Wolfhound | Side door |
| DHC-6 / Cessna 208 / 206 / 207 | Side door |
LET’S DISCUSS YOUR REQUIREMENTS
LCLA — Configuration options
Contact our team to discuss your organization’s needs, equipment options, and approved system compatibility.