Parachutes are such a part of the military from D-Day to Special Ops. They are not integrated into dioramas that often because they are such a challenge. Here is a nice technique that depicts a realistic parachute from simple household items.



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Hello Robert
That's a clever way of making a parachute.
You've done a great job.
The clear Kitchen foil is called "Cling Film " . would never of thought to have used it.

Simply, an awesome post, all the way around!! Your dio looks fantastic, and the steps you have illustrated in making a parachute are superb. Thanks for such a great post.

BTW, your wife's "plastic foil" is, here in America, variously called cling wrap, Saran Wrap (a trademarked name), and Handi-Wrap (also a trademarked name, but I'm not sure if it's even produced any more).

Cheers
Tim

yup, its still made..I use it for wrapping built models for shipping..great stuff.. and a very great idea for its use! always wanted to make a chute deployed for an F-4 landing.now I know how. nice idea for rcycling batteries there too.

Robert-- pretty darn clever! I will have to try this one. I would also have to research the cargo parachute system to see if they have a vent cap as do the personnel parachutes. The vent cap is located at the very top of the canopy and allows air to escape during the decent thus controlling the oscillation or swinging motion. It also aids (to a very limted degree) steering the parachute. What is the source document you used for the construction?
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Well done
DJ

Thank you very much for this. I have been wondering about a solution for quite a while now. And your SBS gave me the push I needed. I shall however first try your ballon jig with Magic Sculpt rolled out flat.

Cheers