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by k7sune 769 days ago
Something like a powered paraglider comes to mind. It has the additional benefit of being reusable.
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Why rely on an inflated wing that can be punctured or change in stiffness with temperature and altitude when fiberglass and carbon fiber rods exist?
Portability and durability.

Imagine a version with modern drop-stitch technology .. [1]

[1] - https://www.yachtingworld.com/yachts-and-gear/the-new-inflat...

The original use-case was supposedly spy exfiltration of a plane in a "suitcase" minus the engine.
Imagine now it could have a much larger pressurised cabin.