"Other special packs include the 'High Rise' which caters for one adult and includes an escape parachute...when all other ways out of a high-rise have been exhausted. They open automatically and can be used from a height of 100 feet. After the World Trade Centre, when whole companies were wiped out... employers have made plans for emergency situations". www.saferamerica.com

The Evacuchute Civilian System for High Rise Occupants is available for private purchase at www.evacuchute.com.

The Evacuchute suggests new thrilling possibilities. Windows become doors; stairs and lifts aren't the only way down. Gazing from the window, it's secretive owner fantasises about their inevitable heroic flight from an horrific death, descending into media glory.

QTmovie(2.5MB) - world trade centre (may be distressing)

QTmovie(3.0MB) - evacuchute trials