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Safire 4

All-round 9-cell developed from the Safire 3, positioned as a first sports wing.

Low-bulk 9-cell built on the Safire planform for lighter wing loadings; a forgiving first canopy that packs small.

JYRO’s student canopy for AFF and dropzone training, previously sold as the LZL.

Semi-elliptical 9-cell released in 2001 as the successor to the original Sabre; no longer in production and listed among PD’s legacy products.

Docile, forgiving student canopy, also used for demonstration jumps with extra weight.

Low pack volume canopy designed for responsive handling at lower wing loadings, for students to experienced jumpers.

7-cell built to fly like a 9-cell: steep glide, long recovery arc and powerful flare; also used for wingsuiting and casual CReW.

Wide-range 9-cell for novice to intermediate jumpers at moderate wing loads and advanced jumpers at heavier loads.

All-round 7-cell introduced in 1997, known for soft openings with a long snivel and a flat glide.

Low pack volume 9-cell combining ZP and low-bulk fabric, for novice to experienced jumpers.