High Energy Sports Partners with Fruity Chutes for Drone Parachute Systems Production

March 17, 2025

U.S.-Made Drone Parachute Systems Now Scalable with Fruity Chutes and
High Energy Sports Partnership

Columbia, MS - March 11, 2025 - Fruity Chutes Inc., a global leader in drone parachute recovery systems, has partnered with High Energy Sports, Inc., a specialist in precision engineering and manufacturing, to provide scalable, high-quality parachute solutions for UAV manufacturers. This collaboration bridges the gap between innovation and large-scale production, ensuring reliable recovery systems for drones of all sizes.
By combining Fruity Chutes' cutting-edge engineering with High Energy Sports' advanced manufacturing infrastructure in Mississippi, the partnership delivers end-to-end solutions from prototyping to full-scale production. Meeting the growing demand for dependable, U.S.-made drone safety systems.
"We're thrilled to work with High Energy Sports to offer drone manufacturers a complete recovery solution," said Gene Engelgau, CEO of Fruity Chutes. "This partnership ensures UAV companies can access high-performance parachute systems, made in the U.S., at the scale they need.”
The collaboration leverages state-of-the-art technologies, including laser cutting and rigorous testing protocols, while utilizing U.S.-sourced materials. These parachute recovery systems are designed for automatic deployment during emergencies, ensuring safe landings and compliance with industry safety standards, including Berry Compliance.
“With our expertise in high-precision manufacturing, we are ready to meet the UAV industry's demand for scalable, reliable parachute systems," said Mike Berge, DOM at High Energy Sports. "Whether for small prototype batches or mass production, we deliver with efficiency and accuracy."
This strategic alliance reinforces both companies' commitment to enhancing drone safety, reliability, and regulatory compliance while supporting domestic manufacturing and innovation while addressing a critical gap in the market: the need for reliable innovation and scalable production in drone recovery systems.
About Fruity Chutes, Inc. Since 2007, Fruity Chutes has been a global leader in UAV recovery solutions, serving over 4,000 customers. The company designs and manufactures premium parachutes for aerospace, commercial, research, and institutional applications, ensuring top-tier performance and safety.
Contact Fruity Chutes: Janice Engelgau, Director of Sales and Marketing info@fruitychutes.com fruitychutes.com
About High Energy Sports, Inc. Founded in 1982, High Energy Sports specializes in engineering, testing, and manufacturing parachute systems for aerospace and drone applications. The company is committed to innovation, precision, and delivering advanced safety solutions at scale.
Contact High Energy Sports: Brina Berge, PR brina@highenergysports.com highenergysports.com

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