In 1963, NASA-Langley produced a film demonstrating the deployment of a parawing for the recovery of a Saturn I booster. This innovative approach utilized a Rogallo wing, which was pivotal for the S-IB recovery process.
The film features a 1/12 scale model of the Saturn I, which was dropped from a helicopter to test the effectiveness of the recovery system. The goal was to land the booster on a runway for refurbishment and reflight.
Considerable effort went into developing this method, showcasing NASA's commitment to advancing aerospace technology and improving booster recovery techniques.