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Which fiber is used for making parachutes and stockings?
Nylon is used for both parachutes and stockings.
When were parachutes first used in space?
Parachutes have never been used in space, and never will be. Without atmosphere, parachutes accomplish nothing. They are used to prevent the fiery destruction of a space vehicle when it re-enters earth's atmosphere.
What are parachutes used for?
parachutesb are used to et out of an airplane
What is an RAF flight?
the term can be used as A) An RAF airshow fly by or B) A fighter/bomber wing or formation
What is para cord?
strong rope, used for parachutes and stretchy
What were the first parachutes made from?
Silk. Later nylon was used.
Why are parachutes white?
White parachutes are white so you can see them against the ground. This is a good thing if you're dealing with an emergency parachute that's not going to be used in a war zone. However, very few parachutes are white.
Anti aircraft parachutes used on ships piano wire with parachutes on each end of the wire.?
This does not ask a question or make a statement that is easy to understand.
What was the RAF aeroplanes called?
The RAF has used many dozens of type of aircraft. You are probably tthinking of the famous Spitfires.
How do you say parachutes in french?
Its still parachutes.
What properties of silk that make them suitable material for parachutes?
silk is no longer used for making parachutes. It was a good material before nylon came along, but no parachutes are made from silk anymore. Not for decades. <><><><> When it WAS used, it was because it was very light, extremely strong, was not bulky, and could be woven in a very tight weave.
How big are parachutes?
Parachutes come in varying sizes.
