low-velocity drop


low-velocity drop

[′lō və¦läs·əd·ē ‚dräp] (ordnance) The act or process of delivering personnel, supplies, or equipment from aircraft in flight, utilizing sufficient parachute retardation to prevent injury or damage upon ground impact.

low-velocity drop

A paradrop or another drop with a velocity below 30 ft/s (9 m/s).