HUPRA

Definitions

(Abbreviation) Hang-Up Parachute Release Assembly. HUPRA is a piece of equipment for releasing parachutists caught or "Hung-Up" onto the rear of a flying aircraft after failing to break away from the aircraft and remaining tethered by the static line. HUPRA is essentially a parachute that is secured to the static line and accompanied by a pair of bolt croppers which is used to release the Parachutist(s), the failed parachute(s) and the used static lines from the previous successful jumps in the stick (group).

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(Abbreviation) Hung Up Paratrooper Retrieval Apparatus. HUPRA is a Role Equipment System used to retrieve a paratrooper who is still tethered to an aircraft via static line. The apparatus itself is usually actuated via an electric winch which effectively winches the HUP back inside the aircraft.