North American Aerodynamics
North American Aerodynamics, LLC
Roxboro, NC, United States
About
Founded in 1964, North American Aerodynamics is a defense contract manufacturer based in Roxboro, United States working in soldier equipment, air systems.
North American Aerodynamics (NAA) is a parachute manufacturer based in Roxboro, North Carolina, with more than 60 years of experience since 1964. The company manufactures build-to-print military parachutes and components to U.S. Government drawings and specifications, including fielded tactical, airborne troop, reserve, cargo, extraction and emergency parachutes. Its manufacturing facility, which can be sectioned into secure areas for sensitive programmes, includes a large sewing and cutting operation and offers contract cut and sew services. NAA states that its military products meet Mil-Spec requirements and comply with the Berry Amendment and FAA Technical Standard Order (TSO) requirements. The company also makes high-accuracy sport canopies for civilian skydivers. NAA was the first company approved by the FAA to modify the Army T-10 main canopy and the Navy conical reserve canopy to make them steerable. Its quality system is audited by the FAA, and it received ISO 9001:2015 certification in March 2026.
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Fielded Tactical Parachutes
Military parachute
Parachutes designed for the safe and controlled deployment of military personnel in combat and operational environments.
Airborne Troop Parachutes
Military parachute
Parachute systems for airborne troops, built to military specifications.
Reserve Parachutes
Military parachute
Reserve canopies, including a steerable modification of the Navy conical reserve canopy.
Cargo Parachutes
Cargo extraction parachute
Parachutes for cargo extraction and delivery of military supplies.
Extraction Parachutes
Extraction parachute
Parachutes for extracting cargo and equipment in flight.
Deceleration Parachutes
Deceleration parachute
Deceleration parachutes for military applications.
Emergency Parachutes
Emergency parachute
Emergency bailout and egress parachutes for aircraft in distress.
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Defense standards
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ISO 9001:2015
