Parachutes; Aerial Pickup, Delivery, Recovery Systems; and Cargo Tie Down Equipment
FSC 1670: Parachutes; Aerial Pickup, Delivery, Recovery Systems; and Cargo Tie Down Equipment
Federal Supply Class (FSC) 1670 covers parachutes, aerial delivery systems, recovery systems, and cargo tie-down equipment used in military airborne and logistics operations. Items conform to MIL-SPEC and TSO standards for personnel safety and load delivery.
This equipment delivers personnel, cargo, and equipment by air and secures loads inside aircraft. It supports airborne assault, resupply, and aerial recovery missions across all services.
Common items include personnel parachutes, cargo extraction and delivery parachutes, aerial refueling drogues, cargo tie-down straps, and airdrop platforms. Canopies and webbing are made from nylon and aramid fibers built to airdrop specifications.