Is there such a thing as a rocket opening parachute?

In other words a rocket attached to a metal static line that pulls a
parachute out of a bag and makes it open almost instantaneously?


I am thinking of safe ways of testing a tilt rotor aircraft.

Paul Lamar ...No rotor no motor.

Here's the idea:
NASA mounted the launch recovery system outside the capules.

How about mounting your recovery system between the pilot and the rotors?

The kicks away the rotors, pulls out the parachute, and lets
you gently sway back to earth.  You would still be inside the aircraft,
as per the earlier suggestion, giving you a little more protection on the descent.

Les


It is the first 100 feet I am worried about.


Paul Lamar ...No rotor no motor.

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