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UK unveils first individual powered paraglider with foot launch
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British startup Blakcro has developed the first powered paraglider with foot launch for individual soldiers. The UK Ministry of Defence invested around £6 million in the project, which includes contracts for system delivery in 2026-2027.
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- British startup Blakcro
- Investment of £6 million
- System delivery in 2026-2027
- Royal Marine Corps
- Airborne Regiment
Blakcro · UK Ministry of Defence · Royal Marine Corps · Airborne Regiment · Wiltshire
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