Which defense applications does APCO develop recovery systems for?

APCO develops parachute and textile-based recovery systems for UAVs, loitering munitions, missile multi-stage recovery and tactical payloads. They include steerable gliding parachutes, reefed canopy deployment systems, airbag-based decelerators and ballistic and mechanical release mechanisms. The systems are engineered for tough missions in high-speed, high-altitude and high-risk conditions.

Which standards and credentials do the defense and security systems meet?

The systems meet demanding MIL-SPEC and NATO standards. They are produced in our ISO 9001 and MIL-SPEC certified facility. For our own exports, we state: “Fully compliant with Wassenaar Arrangement export controls”. Testing covers payloads up to 1,000 kg; the systems are field-proven on IDF UAV and ISR platforms.

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Military parachutes, defense and security

Parachute and textile-based recovery systems for asset recovery and protection – from UAVs and loitering munitions to tactical payloads.

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Recovery systems for UAVs and tactical payloads

With over 50 years of hands-on aerodynamic expertise, APCO creates parachute and textile-based recovery systems for asset recovery and protection. From UAVs and loitering munitions to missile multi-stage recovery and tactical payloads, the systems are used by defense forces and aircraft manufacturers.

APCO supports every stage – from initial concept to field deployment – with systems that meet MIL-SPEC and NATO standards for performance and reliability.

Systems for high speed and high altitude

The systems are engineered for tough missions in high-speed, high-altitude and high-risk conditions. The range includes:

Steerable gliding parachutes for precision recovery
Reefed canopy deployment systems for controlled deceleration
Airbag-based decelerators to reduce impact forces
Ballistic and mechanical release mechanisms for rapid deployment

Aerial view: dark square parachute on the ground next to a landed fixed-wing UAV

Why defense leaders choose APCO

Authorised supplier to the Israeli Ministry of Defense
Field-proven across multiple IDF UAV and ISR platforms
Produced in an ISO 9001 and MIL-SPEC certified facility
In-house testing capabilities up to 1,000 kg payloads
Active partnerships with IAI, Rafael, Elbit, U-Vision and more

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Source: apcodefense.com (APCO Aviation), as of 25 September 2026.

Military parachutes, defense and security

Recovery systems for UAVs and tactical payloads

Systems for high speed and high altitude

Why defense leaders choose APCO

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