The Seatpack SOFTIE is a full pilot emergency parachute system designed for aircraft cockpits where a backpack-style parachute cannot be used due to space or seating constraints. Instead of being worn on the back, the parachute is built into a seat-pack container that the pilot sits on, with the harness integrated into the system.

It is manufactured by Para-Phernalia under the Softie parachute family and is widely used in aerobatic, glider, and general aviation environments.

Key features include:

Seat-pack style emergency parachute system
Designed for aircraft with limited cockpit space
Integrated harness and container system
Available in Flat, Wedge, and aircraft-specific configurations (e.g., Citabria/Decathlon)
Steerable conical canopy (standard configuration)
Rated for pilots up to ~240 lb (configuration dependent)
Built for aerobatic and general aviation use
FAA rigger repack required at regulated intervals
Custom sizing and harness options available