The Performance Designs PD9 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)
135 - - - -
150 19.35 7.75 - -
170 20.4 8.33 - -
190 21.79 8.72 - -
210 22.9 9.17 - -
230 23.98 9.59 - -
260 25.5 10.19 - -
280 26.46 10.58 - -
300 27.39 10.95 - -
340 29.15 11.66 - -
400 - - - -
Discontinued

Technical Details

Manufacturer
Performance Designs
Model
PD9
Type
Main Canopy
Wingloading
0.75 - 1.0
Suitable For
Student
Novice
Intermediate
Experienced
Expert
Size Range
135 - 400 sqft
Build
9 cells
Aspect Ratio
2.5:1
Fabric
low p isity fabric
Line Type
N/A
Production
1984 — 2006

Popularity over time

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Data collection in progress

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