JFX2-81

The JYRO JFX 2 (also known as the NZ Aerosports JFX 2 is a high-performance, 21-cell crossbraced skydiving canopy designed for experienced pilots transitioning into swooping.

While “JFX2” refers to the model, “81” typically refers to the 81-square-foot canopy size, which falls within its available range of 69 to 119 square feet.

Design and Construction

The JYRO JFX 2 is engineered to provide the benefits of crossbracing—such as reduced drag and increased wing rigidity—with more user-friendly handling than more aggressive competition wings.

Minybrid Construction: this model uses “sail loaded ribs” (sail fabric on loaded ribs) to reduce distortion and increase glide and stability while maintaining a lower pack volume.

Powerband: Borrowed from the high-performance Petra model, the Powerband helps control the top surface shape, particularly at the leading edge where most lift is generated.

Cell Count: It features a 21-chamber design that mimics the smooth opening characteristics of traditional 7-cell canopies.

Flight Performance
Experts and users describe the
JYRO JFX 2
as a versatile “do-it-all” wing that performs well in various conditions.

Openings: Reviewers on Reddit and Jyro’s own blog emphasize that openings are “predictable,” “soft,” and “smooth,” avoiding the hard opening stigma often associated with crossbraced wings.

Control Inputs: Harness inputs are described by The Ranch Pro Shop as light, instinctive, and highly responsive.

Landing and Flare: Para Gear notes that the canopy has an “immense” bottom-end flare and the ability to fly slower than its predecessor, providing a later stall point and more stopping power.

Swooping: While it has a longer dive than the original JFX, its recovery arc is described as slow and predictable, making it ideal for pilots dialing in bigger rotations.

The JYRO JFX 2
is specifically marketed as a transition wing for those moving from elliptical 9-cell canopies (like the JYRO Crossfire 3) to crossbraced performance.

Experience Level: JYRO typically recommends this canopy for pilots with 700–1,000+ jumps who have received specific canopy coaching.
Wing Loading: The recommended wing loading is between 1.8 and 2.8, though lighter pilots may fly it at 1.6 to 1.8 for better performance in turbulence.

Purchasing Options
The JYRO JFX 2
is available through several specialized skydiving equipment retailers.

JYRO JFX 2 Main Parachute
Available at Para Gear, which provides detailed technical descriptions.

Offered at Skydiving Gear Canada

JFX2-81
JFX2-81
JFX2-81