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Welcome to our blog! Here you'll get the latest news on what Fruity Chutes is currently up to with posts on drone parachute recovery, new products, design upgrades, software updates and more.
Insight Up Solutions Partners with Fruity Chutes
Aug 29, 2017 Gene Engelgau
Fruity Chutes has partnered with Insight Up Solutions, the host of the Professional Drone Demo Day, as part of Drone World Expo! Fruity Chutes is psyched to present demonstrations at this event!
Fruity Chutes Pins Down 10 Years of Success, Literally!

Jul 25, 2017 Gene Engelgau
This October marks Fruity Chutes' 10th year as the leading UAS parachute recovery manufacturer. When CEO, Gene Engelgau and his wife, Paula, crafted the first parachutes in 2007 their intention was to provide high quality recovery for the high power rocketry community. Fruity Chutes made their first sales at the October Skies Rocket Launch near Fresno, California in 2007. Their booth consisted of a single card table, homemade laminated banner, and a few chutes on display. With the sale…
Jolly Logic Chute Release and AltimeterThree Recording Altimeter

Jan 21, 2016 Gene Engelgau
The chute release is a cool little device that lets you control the altitude at which your parachute opens.
Why We Call Ourselves Fruity Chutes!

Nov 25, 2015 Gene Engelgau
When you look at all the awesome colors we offer, you can see why we have the name Fruity Chutes!
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