The Parachutes de France Merit is part of our growing skydiving gear database. This page will eventually include a detailed description of the canopy's history, design, and flight characteristics.

In the meantime, you'll already find some basic information such as canopy type, sizes, and manufacturer details.

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Canopy Sizes

Size (sqft) Span (ft) Chord (min/max ft) Weight (lbs) Pack Vol (cu in)
130 - - 4.85 321
150 - - 5.07 355
170 - - 5.95 390
190 - - 6.61 420
210 - - 7.28 470
Discontinued

Technical Details

Manufacturer
Parachutes de France
Model
Merit
Type
Main Canopy
Wingloading
0.60 - 1.10
Suitable For
Student
Novice
Intermediate
Experienced
Expert
Size Range
130 - 210 sqft
Build
9 cells
Aspect Ratio
N/A
Fabric
PF3000 top and PF2500 bottom
Line Type
Spectra 725
Production
N/A — Current
Keywords
semi-elliptical

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